KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Leadership and Staff Management
• Provide leadership, supervision, and support to the site team to ensure effective service
delivery.
• Induct, train, and develop site workers to maintain high performance levels.
• Conduct annual staff assessments and performance reviews.
• Delegate tasks to staff and external contractors, ensuring adherence to health and safety
regulations.
• Lead morning devotions for workers and encourage active participation in Christian
fellowship.
2. Maintenance and Infrastructure Management
• Oversee the maintenance of buildings, electrical and water systems, and grounds to the
highest standards.
• Implement preventive and reactive maintenance schedules.
• Plan and oversee infrastructure projects, ensuring accurate cost estimates and material
procurement.
• Maintain a detailed asset register for all school installations.
• Ensure roads, drainage systems, and pathways are well-maintained, liaising with local
authorities as necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Diploma or higher in civil, electrical, mechanical or any built environment discipline.
• Membership to a professional body (EIZ, ZIA, or any other applicable membership)
• Good understanding of facilities and project management
• Experience of managing and motivating a team and on-site contractors
• Excellent knowledge of Health and Safety Law and Fire Safety Law
• Track record of managing both preventive and reactive maintenance schedules
• The ability to maintain accurate maintenance records and site risk assessments
• Good stakeholder management skills ranging of people including children, staff, parents, visitors and contractors.

EXPERIENCE:

Experience of working in a maintenance and projects role (5 years), preferably in a similar environment, coupled with having worked in a managerial or senior supervisory capacity.MKUSHI CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP TRUST
3. Fleet Management
• Supervise school vehicles and engines, ensuring regular maintenance and compliance
with Zambian road regulations.
• Manage vehicle bookings to support school activities efficiently.
• Implement fuel usage and vehicle maintenance strategies to optimize costs and prolong
lifespan.
4. Health, Safety, and Environmental Compliance
• Ensure school facilities meet health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Maintain up-to-date risk assessments for site-related activities.
• Supervise pest control measures, including mosquito spraying in key facilities.
• Oversee fire safety, ensuring proper maintenance of safety equipment.
• Enforce the use of protective clothing and equipment for staff.
5. Planning and Budgeting
• Provide monthly reports on site activities with recommendations for improvement.
• Plan work schedules aligned with the school calendar.
• Manage and ensure compliance with allocated budgets.
• Implement procurement strategies to optimize efficiency and reduce costs.
6. Resource and Facilities Management
• Ensure the reliability and maintenance of school vehicles, tractors, and workshops.
• Oversee water treatment, sewage disposal, and backup electricity supply.
• Monitor outsourced cleaning contractors to maintain high hygiene standards.
7. External Relations
• Serve as the primary liaison between the school and external contractors, suppliers, and
government agencies.
• Ensure that Chengelo’s public image aligns with its Christian values in all external
interactions.
REVIEW AND AMENDMENTS
• The Site Manager may be assigned other reasonable duties related to the job purpose
as required.
• This job description is subject to periodic review to ensure relevance and effectiveness.