POSITION: GRADER OPERATOR

Location: Rumphi

OVERVIEW

H.E. Jackson Engineering Ltd (HEJ) is one of the leading providers of engineering solutions in Malawi and serves all sectors of the economy including mining, energy, agriculture, construction and manufacturing.

Training course directoryThe company has vacancies at its Rumphi Project Site:

Job Title: Grader Operator (1)

Nature of Contract: 12 months Fixed Term

Duty Station: Rumphi

Reporting to: Site Manager/Site Agent/Plant & Workshop Manager

Department: Construction

JOB SUMMARY

The Grader Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a motor grader to prepare, level, shape, and maintain roads, construction sites, drainage areas, and other earthworks in accordance with project specifications and instructions from the site supervisor.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate the motor grader safely and efficiently on construction sites and road projects.
• Grade, level, shape, and finish roads, shoulders, embankments, and other surfaces to the required specifications.
• Carry out rough and fine grading according to drawings, levels, and site instructions.
• Prepare surfaces for road base, sub-base, gravel, asphalt, or other construction materials.
• Maintain correct slopes, cambers, gradients, and drainage profiles.
• Use grader controls and attachments appropriately for different construction activities.
• Conduct daily pre-start inspections of the grader, including engine, hydraulics, tyres, blade, steering, brakes, lights, and safety equipment.
• Perform basic operator-level maintenance, lubrication, cleaning, and fluid checks.
• Report mechanical defects, equipment damage, and safety hazards promptly.
• Ensure the grader is kept clean and in good working condition.
• Follow site traffic-management procedures and all health and safety requirements.
• Work closely with surveyors, foremen, engineers, and other equipment operators to achieve required levels and finishes.
• Avoid unnecessary damage to underground services, existing roads, drainage structures, and other site infrastructure.
• Maintain daily equipment/plant operation records, including operating hours and fuel usage where required.
• Operate the machine responsibly to minimize fuel consumption, wear, and unnecessary downtime.
• Comply with Malawi road traffic requirements and company policies when operating equipment on public roads.
• Carry out other reasonable duties assigned by the Site Manager or Plant Manager.
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QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Malawi School Certificate of Education (MSCE) or equivalent is an advantage.
• Relevant heavy equipment/motor grader operator training or certificate.
• Valid driving licence appropriate for operating or moving the equipment on public roads, where applicable.
• Minimum 2–3 years’ experience operating a motor grader, preferably on road construction or civil engineering projects.
• Experience with road formation, gravel roads, drainage, and earthworks is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of basic grader maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Experience working with construction drawings, site levels, or grade stakes is an advantage.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Excellent motor grader operating skills.
• Good understanding of road construction and earthworks.
• Ability to achieve accurate levels, slopes, and gradients.
• Strong awareness of workplace and equipment safety.
• Basic mechanical knowledge.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to follow instructions accurately.
• Good judgment and attention to detail.
• Reliable, disciplined, and responsible.
• Ability to work long hours and under varying weather and site conditions.
• Minimization of equipment damage, downtime, and excessive fuel consumption.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates who have met the above requirements should send their applications together with certified copies of certificates and CVs to the address that is convenient, no later than 31st August 2026.

Email: hr@hejackson.com

Postal Address

The Head of Human Resource

H.E. Jackson Engineering Ltd

Kanengo Industrial

P. O Box 1218

Lilongwe

Malawi

Physical Address

Kanengo Industrial

Plot 91, Area 28

Lilongwe

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.