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SAMUEL MWAMBA

Ndola

Summary

Dynamic Operations Engineer with a proven track record at Zesco Limited, excelling in electrical engineering and project management. Achieved a 10% reduction in SAIDI through strategic network analysis and crew optimization. Adept at ensuring safety compliance while driving quality assurance and operational efficiency in power distribution systems.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Operations Engineer (Power Distribution Utility)

Zesco Limited
Ndola, Zambia
02.2025 - Current
  • Reduced SAIDI by 10% and SAIFI by 20% year-over-year through proactive network analysis and targeted system upgrades.
  • Decreased Mean Time to Repair (MTTR) by 38% by optimizing crew dispatch.
  • Lowered technical losses from 10% to 7.5% through line reconfiguration, conductor upgrades, and load-balancing projects.
  • Contributed to a 25% reduction in safety incidents through hazard identification and equipment upgrades.
  • Managed daily operations to ensure efficient workflow and process adherence.
  • Analyzed operational data to identify areas for process improvement.
  • Trained new staff on operational procedures and best practices.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline project execution.
  • Conducted regular inspections to ensure quality standards were met consistently.
  • Monitored system performance metrics and identified potential bottlenecks to ensure optimal operations.
  • Assisted in developing strategies for capacity planning activities based on current and future business needs.

Construction Engineer (Power Distribution Utility)

Zesco Limited
Ndola, Zambia
09.2020 - 01.2025
  • Reduced material wastage by 20% and improved equipment utilization by 25% through strategic resource allocation and logistics coordination.
  • Ensured 100% adherence to technical construction standards, resulting in zero non-conformance issues during internal and regulatory audits.
  • Achieved 100% SHEQ compliance, contributing to a 40% reduction in safety incidents, and maintaining a zero-environmental-violation record.
  • Led and supervised site labor teams, increasing productivity by 20%, and reducing absenteeism and overtime dependency by 10%.
  • Maintained 95% adherence to weekly production schedules, resulting in less than 5% slippage across all construction projects.
  • Contributed to the preparation of monthly, weekly, and quarterly departmental performance reports, improving reporting accuracy and transparency by 100%.
  • Collaborated with project managers to coordinate schedules and resources effectively.
  • Supervised site operations to maintain quality and adherence to specifications.
  • Conducted site inspections to assess progress and ensure worker safety compliance.
  • Provided technical advice to project workers to apprise of issues and implement proactive solutions.
  • Performed quality assurance checks on completed work before final sign off by client.

Graduate Electrical Engineer (Power Distribution Utility)

Zesco Limited
Ndola, Zambia
01.2018 - 09.2020
  • Identified and reported over 10 pre-fault hotspots over 3 months, reducing unplanned outages by 10%.
  • Participated in over 30 switching operations with zero safety incidents, and contributed to reducing the average switching time by 15% through pre-planning and coordination.
  • Compiled and analyzed load data from 10 feeders, identifying 3 with overloading trends.
  • Analyzed several outage events, identifying root causes, and recommending preventive measures.
  • Achieved 100% completion of mandatory safety training and certification.
  • Installed 4 automated reclosers, improving network reliability, and enabling remote fault isolation within minutes.
  • Analyzed and tested various components of electrical systems to ensure conformity with safety standards.

Education

BEng - Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Copperbelt University
Kitwe, Zambia
12.2015

Skills

  • Electrical engineering
  • Distribution network design, maintenance, and operation
  • AutoCAD 2D and 3D design
  • Project management
  • Technical coordination
  • Network analysis
  • Crew optimization
  • Quality assurance
  • Safety compliance

Hobbies and Interests

Sustainable Energy Development: Keen interest in advancing technologies that contribute to sustainable and renewable energy production., Automotive Engineering: Fascinated by the design and innovation in electric vehicle engineering and its environmental impact., Music: Enjoy playing the keyboard, which promotes strong teamwork and leadership skills.

Accomplishments

  • 11 kV substation renovation: participated in the renovation of three 11 kV substations by decommissioning oil circuit breakers and installing vacuum circuit breakers, completing the projects within the timeframe
  • Project management: Managed construction projects with a budget in excess of $800,000, contributing to a 70% construction backlog reduction
  • Improved system reliability: Enhanced power distribution system reliability through the implementation of system reinforcements, thus improving CAIDI by 10%

COURSES

Renewable Energy Technology Specialisation: Completed on-line course on renewable energy systems from National Institute of Solar Energy - India, focusing on Solar PV.

Affiliations

  • Playing the piano
  • Farming, in general

Languages

Bemba
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2

Certification

  • MEIZ

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Operations Engineer (Power Distribution Utility)

Zesco Limited
02.2025 - Current

Construction Engineer (Power Distribution Utility)

Zesco Limited
09.2020 - 01.2025

Graduate Electrical Engineer (Power Distribution Utility)

Zesco Limited
01.2018 - 09.2020

BEng - Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Copperbelt University

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