To apply kindly download the attached form below and send to recruitment.zambia@huaxincem.com after filling it in.

PRE-JOB APLICATION FORM
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Chilanga Cement is the leading supplier of building materials and major construction solutions provider in Zambia and the regional market. The Company operates a network of facilities, which includes two integrated Cement plants (with a combined capacity of 1,500,000 tonnes per annum) in Chilanga and Ndola, and distributes by road and rail to all corners of the country and southern Africa.

Joining Chilanga Cement means being part of a successful organization that builds its business strategy around product innovation. For Chilanga Cement, People Development is an investment in the future. Training and skills development means employees can take control of their own careers; everyone builds their own rich and diversified career portfolio. You hold the keys to your success!

Chilanga Cement, Ndola Plant, is looking to recruit a dynamic, motivated, enthusiastic and qualified individuals to take up the roles of;

1.      CREDIT CONTROLLER (X1)

 

Overall Mission of the Role:

To Supervise and manage the Accounts receivable portfolio in a timely and efficient manner in accordance with best accounting practice and respecting Chilanga Cement policies and procedures.  To maintain complete and accurate accounting records of all transactions with customers and to minimize customer credit risks and ensure that all money owed to the company is collected in a timely and efficient manner according to the value proposition

Main Responsibilities:

·        Perform customer credit risks analysis and determine credit limit by customer

·        Ensure good communication with sales department in order to inform promptly the right person about any overdue or claim

·        Review and recommend application for credit facilities and follow up payments for overdue invoices

·        Organize and monitor the Credit Committee

·        Review aged debtor overdue accounts in coordination with Sales Managers  

·        Ensure the updating of credit information in the Customer Master File

·        Review and follow up on overdue credit with customers.

·        Work with AR team by following up on customers for balances not confirmed

·        Ensure plant monthly collection target are set and actual achievements are monitored with timely communications for any deviations to target.

·        Regular assessment of credit limits (facility), performance of temporal credits and ensuring appropriate approvals

·        Ensure that accurate monthly credit reports are prepared and shared, and action points are followed for closure.

·        Prepare regular reporting to the management (Sales, Finance, General Management), credit monitoring and collection targets

·        Ensure the DSO is maintained as per Group Policy.

·        Release orders from credit hold as per the Chilanga Cement Credit Policy

·        Ensure the implementation of the Internal Control Standards and the respect of related procedures through-out credit management

·        Ensure all processes leading to closure of tasks, preparation of the sales report and closing of Accounts Receivables module are concluded by D-1.

·        All orders to be released daily and communicated to the Sales and Commercial team

·        Ensure all credit applications meet requirements as stipulated in the Credit Policy.

·        Ensure accurate reconciliation of all bulk raw materials including processed materials and notable variances are resolved.

·        Ensure accuracy of cost bookings, costs are posted in correct GL and cost centres through review of plant performance and cost trends.

·        Ensure inventory stock takes and cycle counts are timely done and notable variances rectified

·        Check whether the accrual of expenses at the end of the month is complete, and providing a detailed list of accruals and basis.

·        Review and ensure paper sacks received by the sub-store on previous day are posted in Kingdee. Reconcile paper sack consumed by sub store with dispatch in DPR & ADL

·        Ensure that MD are posted on time and invoices are submitted to procurement.

·        Work with procurement to ensure that unclosed receipts are cleared within 60 days.

·        Work with Procurement in reviewing open POs and PRs and ensure no PO remains open for more than 60 days.

·        Support plant controller in the preparation and submission of Finance express, cost calculation, MBR slides and cost reviews with plant management.

·        Ensure production report is aligned and reconciled accurately to the ERP system

·        Any other tasks, projects and responsibilities as may be delegated from time to time

 

Education background & Experience

·      Bachelor of accountancy/ ACCA/CIMA/CA or equivalents

·      At 3 years’ experience in a similar role

·      Must be a member of ZICA The successful candidate will be required to submit educational qualifications certified by the Zambia Qualifications Authority.

Professional Skills

·      Accounting principles

·      VAT regulations

·      Numerate

·      Advanced MS Excel ability

 

Behavioral Skills

·      Able to take quick decisions

·      Good communication skills

·      Time management

·      Team player

 

Application Details and Deadline:

Interested applicants may send their completed Application forms (to be obtained from the company website), application letter and curriculum vitae to the underlisted email address no later than end of day Monday, 24 February, 2025.  Applicants do not need to send copies of the qualifications at this stage.

 

Applicants should ensure that the position they are applying for is clearly written in the subject of the email. Only emailed applications will be accepted and should be sent to: E-Mail Address: recruitment.zambia@huaxincem.com

Please also note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Join the Legacy

Chilanga Cement is the leading supplier of building materials and major construction solutions provider in Zambia and the regional market. The Company operates a network of facilities, which includes two integrated Cement plants (with a combined capacity of 1,500,000 tonnes per annum) in Chilanga and Ndola, and distributes by road and rail to all corners of the country and southern Africa.

Joining Chilanga Cement means being part of a successful organization that builds its business strategy around product innovation. For Chilanga Cement, People Development is an investment in the future. Training and skills development means employees can take control of their own careers; everyone builds their own rich and diversified career portfolio. You hold the keys to your success!

Chilanga Cement, Ndola Plant, is looking to recruit a dynamic, motivated, enthusiastic and qualified individuals to take up the roles of;

1.      QUARRY ENGINEER

 

Overall Mission of the Role:

To Controls and Coordinates all Mining / Quarry Operations and Crushing operations for the entire Business unit, and to contribute to the best level of performance of plant’s equipment.

 

Main Responsibilities:

·        Quarry optimization, reviewing production efficiencies and trends and process material stocks.

·        Institute, co-ordinate and supervise project work aimed at developing new procedures and methods to improve and maintain quality, efficiency and productivity.

·        Ensure that work methods, processes and techniques are followed through liaison with the Country Mining Manager.

·        Maintain in depth knowledge of the condition of all plant equipment on a continuous basis.

·        Manages the health and safety of employees during the shifts to enable employees observe safety and domestic regulations with a view to achieving accident free shifts.

·        Additional responsibility of managing Contractors on Limestone Haulage.

·        To ensure good operation at Quarry and Crushing including Four Explosives Magazines Ensuring safe storage and proper usage.

·        To supervise drilling operations, charging operations, blasting operations i.e. both Primary and Secondary Blasting, haulage of Limestone and other raw materials and other auxiliary operations pertaining to production of Cement.

·        To supervise over all Subordinates involved in Limestone and phyllite haulage.

·        Prepare Monthly & Annual Explosives, Mineral Production and Labour returns to Mines Safety Department of the Republic of Zambia.

·        To ensures that we comply to any statutory requirement pertaining to mining

·        Propose economic ways to extend the life of quarry.

·        Perform any other tasks assigned by superiors.

Education background & Experience

·          Degree in Mining Engineering.

·          At least 3 years working experience in the industry

·          Blasting licence holder

·          Fully-paid member of the Engineering Institute of Zambia.

 

Technical Skills

·      Global

·      Local Safety regulations and procedures

·      Cement production process

·      Computer literacy, specially CMMS

·      Proficiency in Auto CAD

·      Problem solving methods and tools (Root Cause Failure Analysis, Risk Analysis).

·      Understanding of cause and effect relationships.

·      Ability to learn through formal training and work-related experiences.

Leadership & Behavioural Skills

·      Result driven (reliability, cost)

·      Accuracy and precision.

·      Good aptitude for field work

·      Ability to interact with plant personnel. Good interpersonal skills.

·      Ability to take decisions.

·      Ability to prioritise actions.

·      Ability to multitask effectively

·      Demonstrated Leadership capabilities.

Application Details and Dead Line:

Interested applicants should fill in the attached internal application form and submit it together with their updated CVs, application letter and scanned copies of qualifications to the address below no later than end of day Monday, 27 January, 2025.

 

Applicants should ensure that the position they are applying for is clearly written in the subject of the email. Only emailed applications will be accepted and should be sent to:

E-Mail Address: recruitment.zambia@huaxincem.com

Please also note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Join the Legacy

Chilanga Cement is the leading supplier of building materials and major construction solutions provider in Zambia and the regional market. The Company operates a network of facilities, which includes two integrated Cement plants (with a combined capacity of 1,500,000 tonnes per annum) in Chilanga and Ndola, and distributes by road and rail to all corners of the country and southern Africa.

Joining Chilanga Cement means being part of a successful organization that builds its business strategy around product innovation. For Chilanga Cement, People Development is an investment in the future. Training and skills development means employees can take control of their own careers; everyone builds their own rich and diversified career portfolio. You hold the keys to your success!

Chilanga Cement, Ndola Plant, is looking to recruit a dynamic, motivated, enthusiastic and qualified individuals to take up the roles of;

  1. CONTROL ROOM OPERATOR (X8)

Overall Mission of the Role:

The role of the Control Room Operator is to work in a team environment ensuring the safe and uninterrupted operation of the plant in order to achieve production targets, product quality, maximize operational efficiency, and maintain environmental compliance, all in an atmosphere of continuous improvement and on-going change

Main Responsibilities:

  • Control all major process lines within the cement manufacturing operation including equipment commissioning, starts- ups, shutdowns, and emergency condition management as per established SOP’s in order to meet production requirements.
  • Monitor continuously, all plant process lines using all available tools to ensure employee safety, stable equipment operation, equipment integrity within prescribe design limitations, operating targets, and environmental regulations
  • Control product quality at all stages of the cement manufacturing process by having a clear understanding of the targets, and the levers that are used to control the targets, along with the appropriate decision-making process based on the impact of each lever
  • Coordinate plant resources to troubleshoot, inspect, and maintain plant equipment as required, to meet production demands and prevent failures
  • Maintain awareness of the automation system control strategy and makes recommendations for continuous improvement.
  • Communicate effectively with all levels of the plant organization in both verbal and written format.
  • Maintain awareness of plant operating costs. Considers these costs regularly in the decision-making process.
  • Performs any other duties assigned by superiors

Behavioral competencies:

·        Must present a professional image to co-workers, external customers, and community.

·        Ability to analyze problems set operational priorities, implements actions and follow-through to completion.

·        Ability to multi task and perform under varying degrees of stress

·        Must be capable of following strict procedures and instructions while at the same time, able to manage unexpected events.

·        Ability to resolve personal conflict as well as facilitate group or team conflict resolution

·        Ability to act with influence in a group environment with high standards of personal integrity and honesty

·        Ability to manage ongoing change in a workplace environment

Technical Skills:

Basic principles

·        Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as interest, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Chemistry and Physics. As per CECIL + Prerequisites.

Safety

·        As per Chilanga Cement Safety Policy including Plant Safety Orientation including lock out, tag out, First Aid, CPR, Confined Space, Working at height, material hazard awareness systems

Environmental

·        Plant environmental regulations, permitting, and compliance

Equipment

·        An understanding of the major and auxiliary equipment used in cement manufacturing including components, inspection and troubleshooting requirements along with general electrical and mechanical aptitude for mechanical and electrical.

Process

·        An understanding of manufacturing theory including air and material flows and control strategies for all major process lines associated with cement manufacturing: Quarry, Raw grinding, Pyroprocessing, and Finish grinding operations.

Other

·        Problem solving methods and tools (Root Cause Failure Analysis, Risk Analysis).Understanding of cause and effect relationships. Other production tools

Communications

·        Good communication skills-including listening skills, the ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

·        Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

Qualifications and Experience required:

·        A Technical College diploma is recommended or equivalent

·        Minimum of 2 years of production experience, along with a formal entry evaluation.

·        All certificates must be certified by ZAQA

Application Details and Dead Line:

Interested applicants should fill in the attached internal application form and submit it together with their updated CVs, application letter and scanned copies of qualifications to the address below no later than end of day Friday 29th November, 2024.

Applicants should ensure that the position they are applying for is clearly written in the subject of the email. Only emailed applications will be accepted and should be sent to:

E-Mail Address: recruitment.zambia@huaxincem.com

Please also note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Join the Legacy

Chilanga Cement Plc is the leading supplier of building materials and major construction solutions in Zambia and the regional market. The company operates a network of facilities, which includes two integrated Cement plants (with a combined capacity of 1, 500, 000 tonnes per annum) in Chilanga and Ndola, and distributes by road and rail to all corners of the country and Southern Africa.

Joining Chilanga Cement means being part of a successful organization that builds its business strategy around product innovation. For Chilanga Cement, People Development is an investment in the future. Training and skills development mean employees can take control of their own careers; everyone builds their own rich and diversified career portfolio. You hold the keys to your success!

Chilanga Cement is looking to recruit dynamic, motivated, enthusiastic and qualified individuals to take up the following roles;

01.  Position: Procurement Specialist (x3)

Location: Ndola Plant; Chilanga Plant; Head Office

Reporting Line: Procurement Manager

Overall Mission of the Role:

Support and execute the operational, tactical and strategic procurement of goods and services. Support the implementation of procurement strategies in close cooperation with the procurement manager.

Responsibilities and Tasks

·        Procurement of goods and services in line with approved purchasing requests in an efficient and timely manner.

·        Manage the relations with vendors and internal customers in accordance with company guidelines to support the realization of agreed procurement contracts and achievement of successful employee engagement.

·        Manage and keep clear documentation of transactions with third parties including solicitations, correspondence, quotations and proposals, evaluation reports, award letters, purchase orders, contracts, invoices, completion certificates and payables documents.

·        Creativity and Innovation for problem solving and Cost Optimization while meeting the needs of the business.

·        Vendor Performance Evaluation Management and provision of accurate information to line manager and other stakeholders.

·        Prepare bid specifications in conjunction with the end user department, ensuring that scope of works, specification of required product is properly specified in as much detail as possible.

·        Issue bid requests and review bid proposals and quotations and select vendors to procure goods/services meeting specific evaluation criteria.

·        Negotiate agreements, purchase terms and conditions as specified in company procurement manual/policy ensuring maximization of business need and minimization of associated risks.

·        Ensures that procurement policy and quality objectives are applied in every sourcing activity.

·        Administers agreements.

·        Regularly follows up on orders and shares daily, weekly, and monthly updates with users.

·        Expedite any delays in works or delivery and facilitate closure of gaps to ensure on time and in full delivery of products and services.

·        Ensures that all supply requirements are negotiated, documented and committed within established policies and delegation of authority in order to achieve a satisfactory audit rating.

·        Keeps track of all measurable savings: cost reduction, cost avoidance and scope re-engineering.

·        Conducts quarterly and annual vendor performance evaluations using a cross functional team and monitors vendors for excellence service delivery.

·        Timely submission of payables documents. Liaise with accounts payable team to ensure timely payment of invoices to vendors.

·        Performs any other tasks assigned by superiors.

Qualifications, experience and skills required

Academic Qualifications (please note that all Qualifications must be certified by the Zambia Qualifications Authority (ZAQA)

·        Grade 12 with 5 ‘O’ levels

·        Degree or Diploma in Purchasing and supply or related field.

·        Good level of computer literacy in MS Office programs

·        At least 2 years work experience in a similar or related role

Technical Skills

·        Able to perform in a performance driven organization.

·        Able to handle, prioritise multiple projects simultaneously.

·        Able to manage expectations of multiple stakeholders i.e. partners, vendors and internal customers.

·        High personal standards and goal oriented.

·        Excellent interpersonal skills.

·        Excellent and effective communication skills, both orally and in writing.

·        Computer literate.

·        Relationship management.

·        Analytical

·        Facilitating high level of compliance with negotiated agreements.

·        Good working knowledge of supply chain principles.

Behavioural competencies

·        Negotiation skills

·        Adaptability and flexibility

·        Decision –making

·        Work independently

·        Takes initiative

Interested applicants may send their completed Application Forms (to be obtained from the company website) application letters and Curriculum Vitae to the under listed no later than Tuesday, 26th November, 2024. Applicants do not need to send copies of their qualifications at this stage.

Applicants should ensure that the position they are applying for is clearly written in the subject of the email. Only emailed applications will be accepted and should be sent to recruitment.zambia@huaxincem.com

Please also note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Join the Legacy

Chilanga Cement Plc is the leading supplier of building materials and major construction solutions in Zambia and the regional market. The company operates a network of facilities, which includes two integrated Cement plants (with a combined capacity of 1, 500, 000 tonnes per annum) in Chilanga and Ndola, and distributes by road and rail to all corners of the country and Southern Africa.

Joining Chilanga Cement means being part of a successful organization that builds its business strategy around product innovation. For Chilanga Cement, People Development is an investment in the future. Training and skills development mean employees can take control of their own careers; everyone builds their own rich and diversified career portfolio. You hold the keys to your success!

Chilanga Cement is looking to recruit dynamic, motivated, enthusiastic, and qualified individuals to take up the following roles;

  1. Position: Senior Accountant – Accounts Payables (x1)

Location/Department: Head Office, Finance

Reporting Line: Finance Manager

Overall Mission of the Role:

To ensure payments are correctly processed and the booking of all Accounts Payable entries are correct in the accounting system. This will include resolution of queries with suppliers to ensure the business maintains good relations with suppliers and business cashflow is optimised.

Responsibilities:

  • Generation and review of accounts payable vouchers
  • Monitor supplier accounts for overdue payments and ensure that invoices are paid as they fall due
  • Partner with end users and procurement to ensure advance account is timely matched and reconciled
  • Proactively engage suppliers on all outstanding issues before escalation.
  • Resolve any discrepancies or issues related to suppliers’ payments and statements.
  • Ensure proper accounting on all accounts payable related transactions.
  • Ensure that accounts payable subledger and general ledger are reconciled on a monthly basis.
  • Carry out all accounts payable month-end closing related activities.
  • Assist with the implementation of accounts payable best practices.
  • Manage both internal and external audit requests relating to accounts payable
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Experience and skills required:

  • CIMA /ACCA /CA (Zambia)
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
  • Minimum of 5 years in an Accounts Payable role.

Technical Skills

  • Good working knowledge of tax legislation
  • Tax returns
  • Accounting principles
  • Navigation of the ZRA tax online portal
  • Business systems and controls
  • Financial accounting

Leadership & Behavioural Skills

  • Attention to detail
  • Excellent Time Management
  • Numerical and Analytical skills
  • Great Communication and presentation skills
  • Team player
  • Basic Record Management skills
  1. Position: Accounts Payables Accountant (x1)

Location/ Department: Head Office – Finance

Reporting Line: Head of Accounts Payables

Overall Mission of the Role:

To ensure accurate processing of payments both in the accounting system and the banking platform as well as assigning correct cashflows to the payments made.

Responsibilities:

  • Performance of a three-way payment match
  • Generation of Payments notes for various suppliers
  • Assignment of correct cashflows
  • Processing of payments on the banking platform
  • Prepare bank payments and reconcile them with the account’s payables ledger
  • Resolve any discrepancies or issues related to suppliers’ payments and statements
  • Assist with month-end closing activities
  • Ensure supplier invoices are accurately posted on time
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Experience and Skills Required:

  • CIMA /ACCA /CA (Zambia)
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
  • Minimum of 3 years in an Accounts Payable role.

Technical Skills

  • Good working knowledge of tax legislation
  • Tax returns
  • Accounting principles
  • Navigation of the ZRA tax online portal
  • Business systems and controls
  • Financial accounting

Leadership & Behavioural Skills

  • Attention to detail
  • Excellent Time Management
  • Numerical and Analytical skills
  • Great Communication and presentation skills
  • Team player
  • Basic Record Management skills

Interested applicants may send their completed Application Forms (to be obtained from the company website) application letters and Curriculum Vitae to the under-listed no later than Friday, 13th September 2024. Applicants do not need to send copies of their qualifications at this stage.

Applicants should ensure that the position they are applying for is clearly written in the subject of the email. Only emailed applications will be accepted and should be sent to recruitment.zambia@huaxincem.com 

Please also note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.