PREVIOUS WORK CONTRACTS
ENGINEERING CONSULTANCY SERVICES
Apr - Nov 2024
Development 132/33/11kV power supply system to the Muntanga Uranium Project (40 km of 132 kV line and 25MVA 132/33/11kV Substation
Rural Electrification Authority (REA)
Oct – Dec 2023
Implementation of off-grid mini-grid solar PV demonstration projects, strengthening institutional capacity of REA, and conducting comprehensive feasibility studies for hydro and solar schemes to produce ready-made bankable projects.
Tetra Tech, UK
Sept – Dec 2021
Quantifying the energy requirements and costs associated with electrifying Zambia’s health care facilities with Solar PV Off-grid Systems including Mini-Grids. Carried out on-site energy audits at 13 health centres.
JSI/USAID Discover Health
Jun – Sept 2020
Solar PV Min-grid Backup Power Supplies for Ministry of Health Laboratories and Warehouses at eighteen (18) sites
Africeylon Power Limited
Apr – Aug 2019
Grid connection studies for proposed 20MW and 10MW hydropower plants in Serenje District in Zambia
Mabiza Resources Limited
Aug – Nov 2018
Grid connection studies for development of a 15/20MW solar PV power plant at the Munali Hills in Mazabuka, Zambia.
Rural Electrification Authority
July 2016 – 2020
Design review and supervision of the construction of the 640kW Kasanjiku Hydropower Project in Mwinilunga District in Northwestern Province in conjunction with Zulu Burrow Development Limited.
Rural Electrification Authority (REA)
Sept 2013 – Aug 2014
Supervision of grid extension projects under the 2013 Rural Electrification Programme. Responsible for ensuring compliance to design/specifications, schedules and cost for the projects. The projects include the following:
a) Milenge in Milenge District in Luapula Province
b) Lengwe in Kawambwa District in Nothern Province
c) Laurent Chita in Luwingu District in Northern Province
d) Nanjucha in Senanga District in Western Provice
e) Mushindamo in Solwezi District in Northwestern Province, and
f) Mbeza in Namwala District, Southern Province
Rural Electrification Authority (REA)
Jul – Nov 2012
Working in association with SMEC International to undertake feasibility study and detailed engineering design for Chikata Falls (3.5MW) and Kasanjiku (0.5MW) Mini Hydropower Projects in Kabompo and Mwinilunga Districts in North Western Province respectively.
ZESCO Limited
Mar 2011 – Apr 2012
Design of grid extension and intensification projects in various parts of Zambia for the World Bank funded Increased Access to Electricity Services (IAES) Project. This includes detailed design/specifications, preparing BOQ, bidding documents (RFP) for works, bid evaluation, contracts negotiations etc for electricity supply systems at 66/33/11/0.4kV in Northern, Copperbelt, Central, Lusaka and Western Provinces in Zambia. Estimated project costs of US$20 million.
POWERMIN Zambia Ltd
Sep 2010 – Jul 2011
Sub-contracted by IED to undertake a technical, economic/financial and environmental pre-feasibility study of the proposed Mutinondo (40MW) and Luchenene (36MW) Small Hydropower Projects in Mpika, Zambia.
ZAMBEEF Products PLC
Aug 2010 – Sept 2011
Engineering consultancy to review and upgrade ZAMBEEF electrical facilities across the country so as to facilitate adequate, qualify and reliable electricity supply and to recommend energy conservation and efficiency measures.
Mkushi Copper Joint Venture Limited (MCJVL).
A subsidiary of Senanga Mining and CGA of Australia.
Aug – Oct 2008
Engineering design and evaluation of power supply options to the Mkushi Copper Mine Project. Preferred option was for the construction of a 66kV transmission line from Lunsemfwa Hydropower Station to Mkushi Mine and construction of 15MVA, 66/11kV substation at Mkushi Mine.
Albidon Zambia Limited
Nov 2006 - Nov 2008
Engineering consultancy services in the development of the Munali Nickel Mine project in Mazabuka. Utilink is responsible for (a) engineering, procurement and construction of 11kV distribution system at the mine and (b) development of the 33kV 30km long transmission line, Kafue River Crossing and 10MVA 33/11kV substation
Universal Mining and Chemical Industries (UMCI) Limited
(The first steel manufacturing company in Zambia)
Aug 2007 – Sep 2008
Engineering services in the development of the power supply system to the Kafue Steel Plant. This involved design, procurement and supervision of the construction and installation of 3 off 33kV feeder bays and cables to carry 60MVA power from ZESCO Kafue Town substation to the steel plant. This involved the construction of 33kV switching yard and 3 off 33/11kV substations within the steel plant.
BUILDING SERVICES
Mar 2015 – To Date
Design and supervision of electrical works
for the construction of new EIZ Head Office in Lusaka. Involved in detailed design/specifications, BOQ, bid document preparation, bid evaluation, works contracts negotiations, supervision and commissioning for the electrical systems, solar system, lighting, fire protection and Access Control.
Road Development Agency (RDA)
Mar 2015 – Jun 2017
Design and supervision of electrical and mechanical works for the construction of the Kafue Weigh Bridge and all associated building infrastructure. Carried out detailed design/ specifications, BOQ, supervision and commissioning of all the electrical systems, lighting, fire protection, Access Control, Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning, Water Supply and Waste Water.
Airtel Zambia Limited
Mar – Jun 2013
Design of electrical and mechanical works for the construction of Airtel Head Office in Lusaka. Involved in detailed design/specifications, BOQ, bid document preparation, bid evaluation, works contracts negotiations, supervision and commissioning for the electrical systems, lighting, fire protection, Access Control, Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning, Water Supply, Waste Water and Sewerage Systems.
Ministry of Health, Cancer Hospital Extension
Jan 2011 - To date
Design and supervision of electrical and mechanical works for the extension of the Cancer Diseases Hospital in Lusaka. Involved in detailed design/specifications, BOQ, bid document preparation, bid evaluation, works contracts negotiations, supervision and commissioning for the electrical systems, lighting, fire protection, Access Control, Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning, Water Supply, Waste Water and Sewerage Systems.
A.M.Desol (Z) Limited
May 2009 – April 2011
Engaged to carry out detailed design of electrical reticulation, procurement support and construction supervision for warehouse and shopping complex in Makeni, Lusaka.
POWER PURCHASE AGREEMENTS
Mabiza Resources Limited, Munali Nickel Mine
Jul 2018 – June 2019
Advisors on power supply agreements (Connection Agreement & Power Supply Agrement ) with ZESCO Limited for supply of electricity to the Munali Nickel Mine project at the Munali Hills in Mazabuka following the expirely of earlier agreements under the Albidon Zambia Limited the previous owners of the mine. Project involved the development of a new 16km, 33kV power line and reinstating of the existing 33kV and 10MVA, 33/11kV substation at Munali Nickel Mine site as dedicated infrastructure to the mine.
Nordzucker/Chimsoro JV
Mar – Sep 2014
Development of 20MW bagasse fuelled power generation plant. Assignment was to conduct an analysis of the electricity market in Zambia and in the region and to identify potential off-takers of power for the proposed 20MW plant. To establish the market price for power in Zambia and the region and to help in the negotiation of a power purchase agreement (PPA) with agreed off-taker. Further, to support the development of electricity infrastructure to facilitate connection to the national grid for transmission of power to the off-taker.
Ndola Energy Company Limited
Feb – Sep 2011
Providing consultancy services in the development of a 50MW HFO Power Plant and the Ndola Oil Refinery. The work involves the development of 11/33kV electrical system to evacuate power to the ZESCO grid. Negotiated Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) and Connection Agreement on behalf of the client.
Lafarge Cement Zambia PLC
Sep - Oct 2009
Carried out a review of the electricity billing arrangements to ascertain compliance with the Power Supply Contracts between Lafarge and ZESCO. Also prepared requirements and a checklist to assist Lafarge to comply with the requirements of the Power Supply Contracts.
Denison Mines Zambia Limited
Sep 2009 - To Date
Power supply advisors for supply of power to the Mutanga Uranium Project. Responsible for negotiating Power Purchase Agreements with ZESCO and Connection Agreement for the development of 132kV transmission line from the proposed Kariba North Bank 330/132kV substation to Mutanga Uranium Project site and 25MVA, 132/33/11kV substation at Mutanga.
Universal Mining and Chemical Industries (UMCI) Limited
May 2006 - Sep 2008.
Advisors to UMCI on power supply agreements with ZESCO Limited for supply of 50MVA electricity to Kafue Steel Plant Project.
Albidon Zambia Limited
Mar 2006 - Feb 2007.
Advisors on power supply agreements with ZESCO Limited for supply of electricity to the Munali Nickel Mine project at the Munali Hills in Mazabuka. Project involved the development of 30km, 33kV power line and 10MVA, 33/11kV substation at Munali Nickel Mine site.
Chambishi Copper Smelter Limited
Dec 2006 – Apr 2007
Carried out an evaluation of power supply options and negotiated power supply contracts based on the preferred option for the Chambishi Copper Smelter Limited on o the copper smelter project in Chambishi, Kalulushi. Contracts were for the development of a 50MVA, 330/11kV supply system to the refinery.
Lafarge Cement Zambia PLC
Jul - Dec 2006.
Advisors on power supply agreements with ZESCO Limited for supply of 20MVA power to the Tukule cement project by constructing a 33kV power line from ZESCO Mapepe Substation to the project site and a 25MVA, 33/6.6kV substation at the cement plant.
Equinox Copper Ventures Limited (Lumwana Mining Company)
Mar 2005-Jan 2006
Assisted to develop a strategy to negotiate power supply agreements with ZESCO Limited for supply of 90MVA electricity for large-scale mining operations at Lumwana Mine (sub-contracted by ENFIN Solutions Limited). The project involved the construction of 330kV power line from Kansanshi Mine to Lumwana and a 60MVA 330/33/11kV Substation at Lumwana Mine.
Zambezi Portland Cement (ZPC)
Apr-Oct 2005
Advised the Zambezi Portland Cement Limited on power supply capacity requirements and specifications, supply alternatives, project costs, capital contribution and construction/procurement scheduling. Negotiated Power Supply Agreements with ZESCO Limited for supply of quality and reliable electricity for cement production. The project involved constructing 7km, 33kV power line and 15MVA 33/11kV Substation and the cement plant.
ENERGY MANAGEMENT
Mar 2013 – Jun 2015
Consultant responsible for implementing the ZAM Energy Management and Efficiency Project. The Project involves energy auditing, training and implementing energy management programmes at 50 Companies. The project is financed by the Embassy of Finland in Zambia.
Lusaka Hotel
Mar – Apr 2010
Carried out an energy audit and assessment to facilitate effective use of electrical energy and other forms of energy at the hotel. Recommended energy efficiency and conservation measures and also developed energy management implementation plan.
Sep 2005
Carried out an energy audit and assessment to facilitate effective use of electrical energy and other forms of energy at the hotels. Recommended energy conservation measures.
ENERGY POLICY AND REGULATION
ETC Foundation, The Netherlands
Apr 2010 – Jun 2011
ENERGIA MFS Programme Implementation – Gender in Energy. Implementing the following projects: (1) Gender and Energy Policy influencing Strategy for Zambia (2) Capacity Building in Domestic Energy Efficiency Techniques (3) Networking Strategy for the Zambia Gender and Energy Network.
ETC Foundation, The Netherlands
Mar - May 2010
SESA Country Study Zambia. A study for establishing the “Green Light for Africa” Project which aims to:
(1) provide affordable, appropriate and sustainable energy products and services (like solar lighting and energy efficient cooking) for several millions poor people in Sub-Sahara Africa; and
(2) develop commercially sustainable distribution chains for these products, in which local entrepreneurs in Sub-Sahara Africa play key-roles.
Ministry of Finance and National Planning (MFNP), Millenium Challenge Account (MCA)
Dec 2009 – April 2010
Engaged as consultants to assist the Ministry of Finance and National Planning (MFNP), Millennium Challenge Account (MCA) to evaluate project proposals and to prepare project concept papers for project financing by the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC), a US Government financing mechanism for qualifying countries
Ministry of Energy and Water Development (MEWD)
Aug – Oct 2009
Engaged by the Ministry of Energy and Water Development (MEWD) to facilitate the preparation of a policy paper and action plan to support increased development of power generation and transmission projects in Zambia
East African Tea Trade Association (EATTA)
Oct 2008 - Jan 2009
Regional Power Sector Expert for Policy and Regulation, Power Purchase Agreements for small hydropower stations in Kenya, Uganda, Malawi, Tanzania and Rwanda. Project supported by UNEP and African Development Bank
Ministry of Energy and Water Development (MEWD)
Jun 2008 – Oct 2008
Situational analysis of solar energy in Zambia and to make recommendations to facilitate effective and sustainable solar projects. The project involved nationwide assessment of solar projects and discussions with various stakeholders using or interested in different solar systems and technologies.
ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES & IMPACT ASSESSMENTS
Rural Electrification Authority (REA)
July – Nov 2012
Environmental Project Brief (EPB) for the development of Kasanjiku Mini Hydropower Project in Mwinilunga District in North-western Province.
Rural Electrification Authority (REA)
July – Nov 2012
Environmental Project Brief (EPB) for the development of Chikata Falls Mini Hydropower Project in Kabompo District in North-western Province.
Anglo Exploration Zambia Limited
July 2012 – To date
Environmental Project Briefs (EPB) for mineral exploration works in Kabompo, Zambezi and Chavuma Districts in North-western Province of Zambia.
POWERMIN/AFI
Oct 2010 – Mar 2011
Environmental Project Brief (EPB) for the development of the Mutinondo and Luchenene Hydropower Projects in Mpika District in Northern Province of Zambia.
RISK MANAGEMENT
HEALTH & SAFETY CONSULTANCY SERVICES
Zambeef Products PLC
Aug - Sep 2019
Carried out training of Zambeef electrical personnel to help improve health and safety of electrical installations. Courses included; Maintenance Management Systems, Electrical Maintenance Systems, Predictive Maintenance – Infrared Thermography, Earthing & Lightning Protection, Arch Flash, Switching & Isolation and Permit to Work Systems, Cables - Splicing, Jointing & Terminations, Electrical Measurements – Recording, Monitoring & Analysis and the Electrical Safety Code
Zambeef Products PLC
Sep – Dec 2018
Assisted Zambeef to assess the safety of its electrical installations and develop an electrical standard and checklist compliant with statutory requirements, Standard ZS971:2014 and international best practice to help the improve health and safety of electrical installations.
National Pension Scheme Authority (NAPSA)
Sep 2009 – Aug 2011
Health, Safety and Environmental Consultants for the Levy Business Park Development. The project is a multi-dollar project involving the development of a hotel, shopping complex, offices and residential flats in the central district of Lusaka.
Madison General Insurance Company Limited
2002 - To date
Risk assessments of numerous infrastructure and plants including Mulungushi, Lunsenfwa and Zengamina Hydropower Stations. Also risk management for numerous other industrial and commercial facilities. Some of these are Kafue Sugar Refinery, Amanita Premium Oils,
Freshpikd Food Processing Plant, etc.
FORENSIC STUDIES AND EXPERT WITNESS
Elite Insurance Brokers
Apr - May 2009
Reviewed an insurance claim lodged by Match Corporation Limited following the breakdown of the furnace transformer.
Madison General Insurance Company
Jul - Aug 2008
To review an insurance claim lodged by Lunsemfwa Hydropower Company (LHPC) Limited following a material loss and business interruption at Mulungushi Power Station resulting from the bursting of the main penstock to the power station.