1 Dec 2025

Superintendent at Zampalm Limited

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Job Description


SUPERINTENDENT

1.0 Job Identification

Job Title: Superintendent

Grade: ZMP 03

Department: Plantation department

Location: Zampalm HQs, Kanchibiya

Tenure: 3 years Contract

2.0 Job Description

The Superintendent is a Senior Supervisor in the Plantation and He/she Assists the senior Superintendent in the Supervision and Monitoring of plantation operations and activities such as work plans. Application of materials, harvesting, pest and diseases, labour Management, task management, report writing, monitoring and evaluating work done like weeding, mulching and general management of the plantation. Monitor and evaluate day worker performance in the plantation.

3.0 Duties and Responsibilities

KEY RESULT AREAS

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES(DUTIES)

Preparation of Materials, tools, Equipment

Assist in preparation of equipment, tools, materials, and transport required for the plantation operations such as planting, harvesting, input application, etc.

Supervision

Supervision of all field operations from land preparation to harvest and rightsizing labour.

Data Collection

Data collection such as plantings, yields, harvest trends, field performance, disease, and pest control.

Stock Management

Receiving and issuing stock and materials needed for operations.

Marking Attendance

Marking daily attendance register, leading, and counselling workers.

Stock inventory

Assist in maintaining inventory of stocks of tools, materials, and equipment.

Maintain Hygiene

Maintaining high levels of hygiene in the plantation.

Record Keeping

Keeping records such as accidents, incidents, daily attendance, etc

Planning

Assist in Planning for operation and calculating labour requirement.

Performance Evaluation

Assist in Monitoring and evaluating worker performance.

Reports

Write daily and weekly reports as assigned by the supervisor

Handle Grievances

Handle grievances and provide solutions.

4.0 Reporting Relationships

Reports to: Senior Superintendent

4.1 Number and Level of Immediate Subordinates

  • 38 X Supervisors

5.0 Knowledge and Skill Levels

    1. Minimum Primary/ Secondary Education:

  • Full Grade 12 GCE O’Level Certificate or GCSE

5.2 Minimum Vocational/Professional Qualifications

  • Degree in Agriculture or any related field

  • years’ experience in agriculture / related

  • Member of The Agriculture Institute of Zambia or related certifications

    1. Certifications:

  • Relevant trainings and certifications

    1. Minimum Relevant Work Experience.

  • Minimum of 3 years experience in Plantations/Agricultural firm, with at least 3 years as a supervisor.

  • Knowledge of the Palm Oil Industry will be an added advantage

5.5 Desired Attributes

  • Strong, conceptual and problem-solving skills

  • Strong analytical reasoning ability

  • Team Player

  • Ability to work in a pressured and deadline driven operational environment

  • Ability to self-Manage workload and work independently

  • Detail oriented with the technical aptitude and ability to perform tasks accurately and comprehensively

  • Results driven, bias for action and a passion for excellence

  • Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with superior and other employees

  • Honest and able to work with minimum supervision

  • Good Supervision and communication skills

  • Flexible to work when called upon.

6.0 Job Description Approval

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Method of Application

To apply for this job email your details to [email protected]

Closing Date : 9th December, 2025.




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