Employer: Fountain Gates Crafts and Trades School
About The Employer
Building Skills. Shaping the Future.
We are a Zambian training hub, delivering world-class, hands-on education in construction trades, engineering trades, renewable energy, and professional development. Our mission is to turn raw talent into industry ready professionals who drive productivity, innovation, and sustainable growth. Our academies span core trades such as mechanical, electrical, and construction disciplines, as well as emerging fields like solar energy and low- tech innovation.
Through strong partnerships with industry leaders, we align training with real- world demands. In collaboration with Liebherr Zambia Limited, part of the global Liebherr Mining Division, we are launching a Technical Excellence Programme focused on developing the next generation of heavy equipment specialists.
This programme equips trainees with practical, industry-relevant skills in themaintenance and servicing of advanced mining equipment. We are looking for experienced engineers who are passionate about developing others, sharing knowledge, and shaping future technical talent in Zambia’s growing industrial sector.
Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract
Closing Date: Wednesday, 24th June 2026.
Location: Chongwe District, Lusaka Province.
Reporting To: Head Of School
Industry: Mining & Education
About The Role
To deliver practical and theoretical training in heavy-duty machinery
maintenance to trainees.
Key Responsibilities
• Deliver structured classroom-based training on heavy-duty equipment
systems, including engines, hydraulics, powertrain, steering, braking, and
suspension systems.
• Design and develop detailed lesson plans covering core and advanced
topics such as Diesel Engines, Hydraulic Systems, Powertrain & Drivetrain,
Electrical and Electronic Systems, CANBUS, Diagnostics, Telematics, and
Maintenance Management.
• Translate technical content into practical, industry-relevant training aligned
to operational requirements.
• Continuously update training materials to reflect equipment
advancements, OEM standards, and industry best practices.
• Conduct assessments and maintain compliance documentation.
• Support development of laboratories and simulators.
• Ensure regulatory and safety compliance.
• Guide trainees in electrical, hydraulic and mechanical diagnostics.
• Demonstrate use of diagnostic software and measurement equipment.
• Supervise troubleshooting of electrical, hydraulics and mechanical
systems.
• Teach diagnostics and telematics principles and applications in OEM
settings.
• Maintain training records and support curriculum reviews and
improvement.
• Coordinate closely with workplace mentors to support on-the-job learning.
• Review and validate apprentice logbooks and workplace evidence.
• Participate in apprentice progress and review meetings.
• Design and conduct formative and summative assessments.
• Maintain accurate assessment and training records.
• Participate in moderation processes, audits, and accreditation reviews.
• Coach and develop apprentices and trainees.
• Supervise workshop-based practical training.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot technical issues.
• Assess competence against defined standards.
About The Work Environment
• Work Hours: Monday – Friday, 08:00 hours to 16:00 hours, excluding public holidays
• Training workshops & Laboratories
• Occasional outdoor or Industrial partner facilities
• Exposure to heavy equipment and outdoor field work.
• Standing and supervising trainees for extended periods
Educational Qualifications
• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Heavy Equipment Engineering or
Mechatronics Engineering or Mining Equipment Engineering
• Diploma - Teaching Methodology
Competencies
• Deep knowledge of heavy-duty equipment systems
• Instructional & Facilitation Skills
• Coaching & Mentorship
• Assessment & Competency Evaluation
Digital Competencies
• Office 365 (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Virtual training platforms (e.g., Teams, Zoom)
• Learning Management Systems (LMS) proficiency
Advantageous Certifications
• TEVETA Instructor Accreditation
• Train-the-Trainer Certification
• Occupational Health & Safety Certification
• Assessor Certification
Experience
• Minimum 5 - 8 years of heavy equipment maintenance experience.
• Minimum 2 years instructional experience.
What We Offer
• Competitive remuneration
• Professional development opportunities
• Exposure to large-scale industrial operations
• Supportive learning culture
