JOB VACANCY: CONSTRUCTION TECHNICIAN

Company Overview

Jaza is working to power Sub-Saharan Africa by building solar-powered shops that charge batteries used by customers to power their homes. Since 2022, we have completed over 4 million battery swaps, providing approximately 225,000 people with access to clean, affordable energy.

We employ women from each community—known as Jaza Stars—to operate our services, empowering them to become leaders, entrepreneurs, and drivers of local economic growth.

To learn more about our work, visit www.jazaenergy.com or watch the BBC feature on Jaza.

Position Overview

The Construction Technician is responsible for assessing potential sites, identifying suitable service locations for setting up a Jaza Hub or Shop, managing the leasing process, and overseeing renovation and installation activities to ensure sites are fully operational.

This role is critical in converting validated sites into high-quality, operational Jaza locations while meeting acquisition targets and maintaining strict quality standards.

Key Accountabilities

Ensure all assigned sites are visited and assessed for suitability as Jaza Hubs or Shops.
Complete all steps in the site acquisition process, including assessment, leasing, renovation, and installation.
Maintain a rework rate of ≤ 5% by strictly following acquisition procedures.
Ensure quality standards are consistently applied throughout acquisition, renovation, and installation.
Manage and maintain effective relationships with vendors, contractors, and landlords.

Responsibilities

Site Assessment and Leasing

Conduct site visits and complete assessment documentation for approval.
Negotiate lease agreements within approved budgets.
Issue leases and ensure all documentation is properly completed and filed.
Build and maintain strong relationships with landlords and key stakeholders.

Renovation and Installation

Identify and communicate required renovations for each site.
Identify and coordinate vendors or contractors as needed.
Ensure quality control protocols are followed throughout renovation and installation.
Ensure compliance with company policies for asset requests, shipment, and installation.
Confirm all sites meet structural and safety standards before commissioning.

Quality Assurance

Ensure all company quality standards for site acquisition are met.
Identify and flag risks that may affect quality, proposing mitigation measures.
Ensure all quality assurance documentation is completed and submitted.
Maintain acquisition rework rates at or below 5%.

Reporting and Communication

Provide regular progress updates to the Construction Engineer.
Present acquisition data and insights during expansion team meetings.
Track and report key metrics including:
- Sites leased
- Sites acquired
- Rework rates
- Monthly site rental costs
Escalate critical issues affecting timelines or quality.
Contribute to the continuous improvement of acquisition criteria and processes.

Application Details

📅 Application Deadline: 7th March 2026

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Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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