Assistant Clerk of Works

Zimbabwe Platinum Mines (Pvt) Limited (ZIMPLATS) is the largest producer of platinum group metals in Zimbabwe It owns and operates the Ngezi Underground Mines, the Ngezi Concentrator Plant, and the Selous Metallurgical Complex (SMC), delivering long-term value through responsible mining and sound financial stewardship.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

This position will be part of the dynamic Technical & Projects Management team based at Mupani Mine reporting to the Project Manager. The incumbent will provide on-site inspection, quality assurance, and construction supervision across capital and maintenance projects, ensuring compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and SHEQ requirements, while liaising with contractors and project teams and maintaining accurate site records and reports.

REFERENCE NUMBER - PJI2607004

DATE OF DISTRIBUTION - 08 July 2026

CLOSING DATE  - 14 July 2026

DEPARTMENT AND LOCATION - Technical and Projects Management, Mupani 

JOB TITLE  - Assistant Clerk of Works - Fixed Term Contract

JOB GRADING  - C5

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical or Construction management degree
• Minimum 3 years relevant experience
• Good understanding of SHEQ standards and procedures

KEY COMPETENCIES:

• Good communication, report writing and organisational skills
• Must have knowledge of mine management and safety regulation
• Ability to read construction drawings
• Experienced with engineering supervision within mining/heavy industry or related construction works
• Analytical thinking skills
• High numerical ability
• Knowledge of mine management and safety regulations
• Must be thorough, paying attention to detail
• A self-starter with excellent interpersonal skills

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Inspect construction work on site and compare workmanship, materials, and methods against approved drawings and specifications
• Identify construction defects and non-conformances; recommend corrective actions and monitor rectification to close-out
• Monitor construction progress against the approved programme and report status to the Project Manager and architects and clients
• Maintain detailed and up-to-date site records and ensure files are updated daily
• Liaise with contractors, engineers, and surveyors on site inspection findings, technical queries, and coordination matters
• Check and enforce compliance with building regulations, mine safety legislation, health and safety requirements, and Zimplats internal standards
• Compile accurate daily site development reports and submit within the agreed timelines
• Prepare and submit monthly construction progress reports within the agreed reporting cycle
• Prepare, distribute, and maintain the major projects meeting tracker
• Prepare and distribute steering committee (steercom) minutes for major projects meetings

Applications from persons meeting the above criteria together with a detailed Curriculum Vitae and copies of qualifications should be sent by 14 July 2026 to:

The Senior Human Resources Officer - Administration

Zimbabwe Platinum Mines (Private) Limited

Assistant Clerk of Works – Mupani Mine Project

P.O. Box 61

SELOUS

Shortlisted candidates may be subjected to psychometric or other assessments – Zimplats reserves the right to invite only those candidates it deems suitably qualified for interview. If you do not hear from the Human Resources Department within 30 days after the closing date of applications, please consider your application as having been unsuccessful.

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