Yalelo Limited
Yalelo Limited

Stores Lead and Maintenance Inspector

Siavonga

Full-Time

Mid-Level

Bachelor's Degree

Posted 10 Sept 2026

Due 30 Sept 2026

Engineering
Yalelo Limited
Yalelo Limited

Stores Lead and Maintenance Inspector

Siavonga

Full-Time

Mid-Level

Bachelor's Degree

Posted 10 Sept 2026

Due 30 Sept 2026

Engineering

Store Management

  • Manage minimum and maximum stock levels, conduct regular cycle counts, and reconcile physical inventory with ERP/computerized system records.
  • Inspect incoming materials for quantity, quality, and damage, and reconcile them with purchase orders.
  • Organize and label goods properly, ensure appropriate packing, and apply FIFO for stock rotation.
  • Issue parts, tools, and equipment efficiently and record all stock movements accurately.
  • Keep the store area clean, secure, and organized in compliance with safety regulations.
  • Generate inventory reports, identify obsolete items, and coordinate the disposal of surplus items.
  • Set minimum quantities for spare parts and monitor stock levels to prevent critical stockouts.
  • Process and send purchase requests, POs, RFQs, and RFPs to vendors via email, and record purchase details and status in a centralized database.
  • Share information between the CMMS and ERP.
  • Set minimum stock quantities.
  • Record vendor information in a centralized database.
  • File vendor contracts, rate sheets, warranties, and certificates of insurance in a centralized database, and group vendors by trade.
  • Update inventory receipts, stock levels, new spare parts, and purchase orders in FIXX from work orders and cycle counts.
  • Implement FIXX as a store management and reporting tool for parts consumption, MTBF, and MTTR.

Maintenance Inspections

  • Inspect facilities and equipment for maintenance needs, safety hazards, and compliance issues.
  • Conduct regular inspections of facilities (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and structural) and machinery.
  • Develop and implement PM schedules to detect and resolve issues before they cause downtime.
  • Record inspection findings, prepare reports, and track maintenance work orders in the CMMS.
  • Identify required spare parts and coordinate with the Store Head for their availability.
  • Inspect machines according to the manufacturer's SOPs and checklists, and complete inspections within the required timelines.
  • Inspect work completed by mechanics and electricians for compliance with standard engineering practices and proper record-keeping.
  • Record equipment breakdowns and evaluate MTTR and MTBF for individual machines and equipment.

Education and experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering or a related Engineering discipline.
  • Training or certification in Maintenance Management, Plant Maintenance, Reliability Engineering, or CMMS/ERP systems will be an added advantage.
  • Full Grade 12 certificate
  • Must be a member of the Engineering Institute of Zambia (EIZ)
  • All Academic Qualifications must be registered with ZAQA
  • Minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience in engineering stores, spare-parts management, maintenance, or a related technical environment.
  • Experience working closely with an Engineering or Maintenance Department in a manufacturing, mining, industrial, or similar environment.

How to Apply

Apply using the following link: https://a.peoplehum.com/l1ddj

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