Line Supervisor Electrical Engineer
Resume:
CURRICULUM VITAE
for
Eng. FACKSON CHANDA
Nationality: Zambian
Passport No.: ZN828308
N.R.C No.: 194645/32/1
Fackson Chanda - Engineer
PERSONAL SUMMARY
A competent engineer with a comprehensive knowledge of designing, planning, coordinating, developing, maintaining and commissioning of engineering works in electrical, civil, building, instrumentation, water and other engineering systems, with great focus on economy, safety, reliability, quality, sustainability and emphasis on innovation. Engineer Chanda has a consistent track record of successfully completing projects from the concept and detail of the design through to implementation, testing and handover.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Powertech Technology Limited, Lusaka - Zambia
Position: Manager - Technical Services, Apr. 2020 todate. Responsible to the Managing Director to efficiently plan, design and supervise all electrical, civil, building and other engineering systems. Principal Accountabilities
Specific Tasks
(1) To manage electrical installation works.
(2) To plan, coordinate and monitor electrical repair works.
(3) To plan, coordinate and monitor maintenance works.
(4) To Prepare and submit various reports on the performance of the electrical section as required and as agreed.
(5) Ensures all activities are carried out within the approved budget without compromising the quality of service.
(6) Advises Maintenance Manager on electrical plant and equipment capital investments requirements.
(7) Develop subordinates through mentoring, placement and coaching to equip them with skills and knowledge.
(8) Project identification, preparation and conducting preliminary feasibility studies to formulate terms of reference for tendering.
(9) Preparation of project briefs, proposals and cost estimates.
(10) Preparation of electrical infrastructure designs and specifications.
(11) Manage and monitor projects to ensure adherence to specifications and local procedures and conditions..
(12) Ensure adherence to routine maintenance systems.
(13) Preparation of monthly and annual reports to Management on the status of electrical Infrastructure.
(14) Perform any other duties as assigned by the Maintenance Manager. General Experience
(1) Supervision installation, maintenance and repair of 11kV switchgear and power cables, 400V distribution systems, power transformers.
(2) Installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of process instruments for level, temperature, flow and pressure measurement and control.
(3) Design, construction and commissioning of 33/11kV substations.
(4) Maintenance and troubleshooting of 500kVA diesel generating sets.
(5) Installation and maintenance of solar systems and backup power. Page 1 of 4
AREAS OF
EXPERTISE,
Electrical, Civil,
Building, Instrumentation
& Water Engineering
Quality Assurance &
Quality Control
Engineering
Planning & Maintenance
Programmes
Innovation & General
Design Engineering
Safety & Compliance
Management
International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) Ministry of Agriculture Kasama, Zambia
Position: Quality Assurance Engineer, Nov. 2015 to Mar. 2020. Engineer Chanda was responsible to the Local Agricultural Investments Manager
(LAIM) to efficiently design and supervise all infrastructural works in order to effectively contribute to the attainment of programme objectives. This programme was funded by the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) to help the Government of the Republic of Zambia eliminate post-harvest loses through the construction of storage sheds, feeder roads, bridges, weirs, rehabilitation of agricultural camp houses, farmer training centres, among others in Luapula, Muchinga and Northern Provinces of Zambia, covering a total of 24 districts. The project involved extensive travelling. The programme was implemented from 2012 through to early 2020.
Principal Accountabilities
Specific Tasks
(1) Supervised the rehabilitation and electrification of agricultural camp houses and construct new waterbone toilets and bathrooms.
(2) Prepared designs, working drawings and BOQs for the rehabilitation and construction works for tendering purposes.
(3) Provided Engineer’s project cost estimates for purposes of preparing Annual Work Plans and Budgets (AWPBs).
(4) Assisted the Ministry Procurement and Supplies Unit, at Provincial and National levels to prepare solicitation documents pertaining to the infrastructure works.
(5) Assisted the Ministry with the selection of Contractors.
(6) Ensured efficiency and quality of execution of works through close and regular supervision of works.
(7) Resolved contractor concerns related to signed contracts.
(8) Ensured that all works done by Contractors meet minimum standard requirements.
(9) Verified that Contractors carried out material tests according to standards, and ensured that the results such tests are credible.
(10) Ensured that standard operations are observed by Contractors and that Contractors had and used appropriate equipment.
(11) Ensured that Contractors observed safety regulations/standards.
(12) Reviewed and certified Contractors’ Payment Certificates.
(13) Reviewed, approved and oversaw Programmes of Works as prepared and submitted by Contractors.
(15) Participated in site meetings as were scheduled.
(16) Prepared and subjected for approval by authorities, issued Variation Orders relevant to the successful completion of works.
(17) Prepared, where applicable, EPBs and EIAs for submission to Zambia Environmental Management Agency (ZEMA) in line with applicable environmental regulations.
(18) Prepared daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual reports
.
Key Achievements: Designed, electrified and supervised the construction and rehabilitation of the following works in Luapula, Northern and Muchinga Provinces of Zambia.
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PROFESSIONAL &
MEMEBERSHIP
Engineering Institution of
Zambia (EIZ)
Membership No.
008762
Engineers’ Registration
Board (EngRB)
Membership No.
002434
Certificate of
Participation
World Bank
Procurement Training
Contract Management
(Sep. 24th to 26th 2013)
PERSONAL SKILLS
Able to Travel
Good Communication Skills
Target Orientated
Planner and Organizer
Self-Starter
(1) Construction of 12m x 20m x 6m high (15No.) food storage sheds in structural steel and blockwork.
(2) Rehabilitation and/or construction of 3 FTCs in Mbala, Isoka and Samfya.
(3) Construction of 6 embarkments & bridges/culverts in Mansa, Kasama, Nakonde, Mbala, Kawambwa and Luwingu districts.
(4) Construction of a Seed Testing Laboratory for Seed Control & Certification Institute (SCCI) under the Ministry of Agriculture in Mansa District.
(5) Rehabilitation of 28km feeder road from Luwingu to Chimpili.
(6) Construction of 8 community weirs for irrigation and daily use.
(7) Rehabilitation of 20 agricultural camp houses and construction of double VIP toilets at each camp house.
(8) Electrification of facilities on national grid and solar. Utilink Zambia Limited, Lusaka – Zambia
Position: Electrical Engineer/Team Leader, Sep. 2013 to Sep. 2015 Engineer Chanda supervised Rural Electrification Authority (REA) projects for the contract for the supply, delivery, installation and commissioning of grid extension lines and transformers in selected rural areas of Zambia (Mushindamo project, 41km, North-western Province, Namwala project, 56km, Southern Province and Samfya project, 34km Luapula Province). Worked with contractors, engineers, surveyors, foremen, technicians, linesmen to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget and was responsible for safety, Factory Acceptance Test (FAT), construction supervision and project timescales.
Principal Accountabilities
(a) General Supervision of Construction
Executed, with close participation from REA the following:
(1) Preparation of the program of works; work methodology, safety policy statement, work schedule and other documents prepared by contractors according to the contract document.
(2) Adjusted and modified the scope of works to actual field conditions, whenever necessary.
(3) Monitored the daily work progress.
(b) Conducting of Factory Acceptance Test-FAT
(1) Jointly conducted FAT with REA to ensure materials and equipment procured are to the prescribed specifications.
(c) Construction Supervision
(1) Coordinated, supervised and inspected the construction activities conducted by foremen and linesmen.
(2) Issued instructions to foremen for the improvement of works subject to REA’s approval.
(3) Reviewed and checked quantities of works conducted and compared such to the timeline schedule.
(4) Prepared Contractor invoices and submitted to REA.
(5) Controlled progress of works and initiated corrective measures if required.
(6) Prepared daily, weekly and monthly interim progress progress reports.
(d) Commissioning and Acceptance Tests
(1) Carried out commissioning of the works in conjunction with REA and ZESCO Limited.
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COMPUTER
ATTRIBUTES
Excellent Skills: -
MS Word
MS Excel
MS Power Point
MS Publisher
AutoCAD
ArchiCAD24
PERSONAL
DETAILS
Fackson Chanda
Age 51
Unit 189, Calderwood
Lifestyle Estate
19 Smarag Avenue
The Stewards,
Benoni, 1501
Johannesburg
SOUTH AFRICA
T-1: +276********
T-2: +276********
E-mail Address:
facksonchanda1970@
gmail.com
Languages Spoken
& Written
English Good
Cibemba Good
Chewa Good
Date of Birth
9th June, 1970
Driving License
Yes
Marital Status
Married, with 5
children
Nationality
Zambian
(2) Reviewed and approved testing procedures prepared by the site engineer or contractor representative.
(3) Supervised staff in the department.
(4) Carried out other assignments from line supervisor. Precise Products Limited, Lusaka – Zambia
Position: Project Manager, Jan. 2009 to Dec. 2012. Supervised projects involving electrical, civil, building and construction. This included the construction of Base Transceiver Stations (BTSs) for MTN Zambia and Airtel Networks Zambia PLC. Principal Accountabilities
Specific Tasks
(1) Planning and management of company projects.
(2) Preparation of working drawings and BOQs for all works.
(3) Attending site meetings whenever scheduled.
(4) Supervision of personnel at all levels to ensure project execution and completion.
(5) Issue instructions to foremen for the improvement of works subject to documentation and approvals.
(6) Preparation of daily, weekly, monthly and final reports. Indeni Petroleum Refinery Company Limited, Ndola – Zambia Position: Instrumentation Specialist, Jan. 2006 to Feb. 2008 Responsible for the installation and maintenance of all instrumentation in the plant and in the control room.
Principal Accountabilities
Specific Tasks
(1) Designing and instalation new instruments as well as the maintenance and service of old equipment in the plant.
(2) Responsible for the costing of new construction and all rehabilitation works and services.
(3) Critical analysis of flow, pressure, temperature and level with a view to maximizing plant operations.
(4) Responsible for the installation, maintenance and operation of the SCADA, RTU, PLC, etc. systems.
(5) Prepare and issue job specifications and time schedules for all project activities to ensure projects are done to the required standards and on time.
(6) Ensure compliance to safety regulations while supervising given projects or other jobs to prevent accidents.
(7) Ensure availability of critical spares for workshop and plant.
(8) Respond to emergencies at all times.
(9) In-charge of training of personnel in the department.
(10) Preparation of daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly reports and submitting them to the Technical Manager.
Zambia Consolidated Copper Mines (ZCCM) – 1995 – 1998 Plant Metallurgist - Concentrator
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ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS
B.Eng. Electrical & Electronics
The Copperbelt University, Kitwe
1999-2003
Diploma in Mining Metallurgy
The Copperbelt University, Kitwe
1993-1995
Senior School Certificate
Chifubu Secondary School, Ndola
1989-1991
Junior School Certificate
Chifubu Secondary School, Ndola
1987-1988
HOBBIES AND INTERESTS
- Attending Christian meetings
- Watching and playing soccer
- Watching and playing chess
- Studying and reading
- Making and meeting new friends
- Travelling
Referees
Mr. Paul Kampala
Teacher
Westwood Independent School
85 Bedford Street
Benoni
Johanesburg – South Africa
T: +278********
W: +277********
E: adndp0@r.postjobfree.com
Mr. Martin M. Liywalii
Consultant - Alliance for a Green
Revolution in Africa
P.O Box 50197
Lusaka - Zambia
E: adndp0@r.postjobfree.com
Mr. Patrick Chishika
Lecturer
University of Lusaka
Plot 15451/10/80
Kamwala South
Lusaka – Zambia
E: adndp0@r.postjobfree.com
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