Construction Mechanical Manager - Energy Sector, Kolwezi

Construction Mechanical Manager - Energy Sector, Kolwezi

Summary :

Gladys Synergies is recruiting on behalf of a leading renewable energy and power solutions group in the Democratic Republic of Congo for a Construction Mechanical Manager.

The company specializes in Solar PV, BESS, backup power and engineering solutions and is seeking an experienced professional with a strong background in power and infrastructure construction. The role will lead to mechanical construction, EPC/subcontractor management, HSE, QA/QC, commissioning and O&M handover across utility-scale Solar PV/BESS projects. The position is based in Kolwezi, Lualaba.

Overview :

• Job Reference: W38YWY59
  
• Contract Type : Fixed-term contract
  
• Industry : Renewable Energy
  
• Work Location : Kolwezi, Lualaba Democratic Republic of Congo
  
• Start Date : ASAP
  
• Salary : Depending on experience
  

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead and coordinate all mechanical construction activities across Solar PV, BESS and associated infrastructure
  
• Manage mechanical installation, equipment setting, lifting, rigging, welding, bolting, pipework, HVAC and tracker installation
  
• Prepare daily/weekly progress reports, risk assessments and mitigation plans
  
• Manage EPC contractors, subcontractors, suppliers and OEM representatives
  
• Manage NCRs, punch lists, as-built documentation and handover dossiers
  
• Oversee testing, commissioning, FAT/SAT and commissioning readiness
  
• Support the successful handover of completed assets to O&M
  

Profile : 

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering, or a relevant technical qualification
• Extensive background in power, energy, or large-scale infrastructure construction
• Hands-on involvement in utility-scale Solar PV, BESS, or power projects
• Expertise in mechanical installation, including lifting, rigging, piping, HVAC, equipment alignment, and trackers
• Experience overseeing EPC contractors and subcontractors, with a strong focus on HSE
• Ability to coordinate civil, electrical, and mechanical activities across complex project sites
• Proficiency in Primavera P6/MS Project, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Excel, with solid reporting skills
• Effective leadership and stakeholder management, with fluent English and readiness to work on-site in the DRC

Contact us :

• Recruiter : Emmanuel Besselo
  
• Email : [email protected]
  
• Phone / WhatsApp : +33 1 59 06 75 73 / +243 821 167 584 / +243 828 179 256