Kamala Mwaba is a Zambian surveyor seeking new opportunities. He has a Bachelor's degree in Geomatic Engineering from the University of Zambia and is pursuing a Master's in Project Management from Copperbelt University. His experience includes cadastral surveys, mine surveying, and road projects. He is proficient in surveying equipment, AutoCAD, GIS, and project management skills like planning, quality control, and contract management. He aims to add value as a leader through technical and problem-solving abilities.

1. KAMALA MWABA CV
9 Mimosa Street,
Luangwa Township,
Kabwe
+260-977-647763, +260-977-797196, +260-966-602354
Email: kamalamwaba@gmail.com
PERSONAL DATA
Date of Birth : 26th
October, 1986
Place of Birth : Kalulushi
Nationality : Zambian.
Gender : Male.
NRC Number : 323254/16/1.
Civil Status : Single.
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
COLLEGE
1. (2007 – 2012): Bachelor of Engineering Degree in Geomatic (Surveying) Engineering from THE
UNIVERSITY OF ZAMBIA, Lusaka. Graduated top of my class with a credit. I was awarded the
Mikalile Trading prize award for being the best graduating student in Geomatic engineering.
2. (2015-Present): Master of Science Degree in Project Management from THE COPPERBELT
UNIVERSITY. Currently my skill set includes quality management, risk management, contract
management, procurement and bidding, project planning and control, management theory and
practice and organizational behavior in a business environment.
SECONDARY LEVEL
1. (2001– 2005): GCSE Ordinary Level Certificate from ST PAULS SECONDARY SCHOOL in Kabwe,
Zambia. I served as the house captain of the hostel I was in during my grade 12. I was generally
responsible for the wellbeing of the dormitory. I completed school with a best 5 grading of 10
points and I was also the third best grade 12 for that intake.
ELEMENTARY LEVEL
2. (1995 – 2000): Grade 7 Certificate of Education from KABWE PRIMARY SCHOOL in Kabwe,
Zambia. I was an active member of JETS and I was also a prefect.
3. (1993 – 1994): Reception to Grade 1 at KALULUSHI TRUST SCHOOL in Kalulushi, Zambia.
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
1. (23rd
Nov. 2009 – 23rd
Dec. 2009) Regional Survey Office Kabwe, was attached as an assistant
Surveyor. Participated in Cadastral Surveys which involved beacon verification, boundary
establishment using GPS, subdivision surveys.
2. (14th
May, 2010 – 29th
June, 2010) Regional Survey Office Kabwe, was attached as an assistant
surveyor. Participated in cadastral surveys which involved beacon verification, boundary
establishment using GPS, subdivision surveys.
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2. 3. (15th
Nov. 2010 – 17th
Dec. 2010) Geo-Survey Enterprises, Lusaka was involved Cadastral Surveys
which involved beacon verification, boundary establishment using GPS, subdivision surveys.
4. (31st
July 2012 to 16th
January 2013) ABIMWA ENTERPRISES/COPPERFIELD MINING SERVICES
in Mufulira. Worked on the pedicle road project as a surveyor. I was involved in setting out of
the road, placing centre lines, placing profiles, placing levels on profiles, leveling, and detail
picking on road bed level, top of fill levels and by-pass levels as well as establishing control.
Other activities included benchmark verification, placement and replacement as well as
downloading and processing of data that was collected on site.
5. (26th
February 2013 to 15th
November 2013) CHOMA MUNICIPAL COUNCIL, MINISTRY OF
LOCAL GOVERNMENT AND HOUSING. Participating in cadastral surveys which involve beacon
verification, boundary establishment using GPS, subdivision surveys, beacon replacement,
tender document evaluation and CDF projects monitoring.
6. (18th
November 2013 to Present) Konkola Copper Mines Plc. Currently employed as a senior
sectional surveyor for the Nchanga Underground mine practicing mine surveying. Tasks
performed include volume and invoice calculation, survey pegs placement and grade control
and issuance of mining information.
PROFESSIONAL OBJECTIVES
• To work with an organization that allows me to put my skills and knowledge which prosper the
growth of both the organization and me and also to emerge as a dynamic and charismatic leader
with great technical skills.
• To add value to my future employer’s organization by applying my academic knowledge as well
as my experience to the best of my ability.
• To be a lead Land Surveyor for residential and commercial land development projects.
PERSONAL VALUES
• A team player who welcomes challenging tasks and problem solving;
• Hard working and efficient time manager;
• Focused and attentive to details;
• Fast learner and flexible to an organizations requirements.
INTERESTS
• Reading Novels;
• Listening to music and watching movies
• Swimming;
• Playing board games, Monopoly and Scrabble.
SKILLS
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3. Handling computerized surveying equipment works and functions
• Total Stations (Leica, Nikon, Sokkia, Theodolites, Top con, South Total Station)
• GPS (Leica, Topcon)
• Dumpy level, Tilting level, Digital Level, Automatic level
• Laser Surveying equipment
• Psion work about controller
Computer Literacy
• Downloading, processing and plotting of data using total station software (Surfer, Model maker,
Trimble Geomatic Office, Leica Geomatic Office)
• Processing and plotting of data using AutoCAD (Survey diagrams, General plans, Working plans
and House plans)
• Data manipulation and analysis using ArcMap v 9.3
 Preparation and loading of data into GIS.
 Performing of spatial interpolation using GIS.
 Use of spatial, geo-statistical and survey analysts in GIS.
 Coordinate system transformation, clipping, buffering and projections.
 Image analysis.
• Microsoft Word, Excel, Database, PowerPoint, Publisher, Access.
• Image analysis and processing using ILWIS software and Image J.
 Image import and export
 Image preprocessing and processing
 Geo-referencing
 Raster operations
• Statistical analysis using Minitab software.
Project quality management
• Diagnose and analyze quality-related problems
• Utilize analytical tools and techniques to address quality concerns
• Implement team-based quality improvement efforts
• Evaluate the quality practices of a project, including employees
• Describe the role of the customer in quality decisions
• Define, plan for, control, and audit quality processes
• Develop a quality assurance plan
Project Contract Management
• Manage relationships with stakeholders
• Understand the overall scope and nature of the contract, its primary objectives, and the risks
involved
• Monitor, manage, document and communicate contract requirements to maintain continuity of
supply, ensure compliance with specified customer expectations, contract deliverables and
budget are proactive
• Act with due care and diligence and observe all financial and legal requirements during the
course of the contract
• Manage any disputes or issues to avoid them escalating.
• Tender preparation
• Running of the Tender process
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4. Project Planning and control
• The skills and confidence to use project planning technique.
• Complete multiple project tasks on time
• The ability to determine if a project can be delivered on time and in budget
• An understanding of how to discover the risks necessary to meet a constrained delivery date.
• The confidence to communicate project “trade-offs” clearly and set attainable goals with clients,
managers, and project team members.
• The knowledge of how to record actual project progress and then use the project baseline to
spot and manage variance.
PROFESSIONAL BODIES
Engineering Institute of Zambia (EIZ): Professional Engineer. I am also in possession of a valid
driver’s license and first aid certificate
REFERENCES
Name: Mr. Wallace Mukupa
Organization: The University of Zambia
Designation: Lecturer
Phone: +260-976789641
Name: Mr. Winston Mumba
Organization: Ministry of Lands, Kabwe regional survey office
Designation: Provincial Land Surveyor
Phone: +260-977303537
Name: Mr. Zulu Zebron
Organization: The University of Zambia/Geo-Survey Enterprises
Designation: Lecturer
Phone: +260-977485720
Name: Mr. Elias Mwambela
Organization: The University of Zambia
Designation: Lecturer/Head Department of Geomatic Engineering
Phone: +260-950227384 or +260-968412157
Name: Mr. Peter Gumbo
Organization: Abimwa Enterprises
Designation: Projects Manager
Phone: +260-973466879, +260-979838198, +260-0965762227
Name: Mr. Nicholas Okello
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5. Organization: The Copperbelt University
Designation: Chief Technician Survey Department
Phone: +260-966701262
Name: Mr. Moses M Chibuye
Organization: Konkola Copper Mines Nchanga IBU
Designation: Chief Surveyor
Phone: +260-978779304, +260-966165286
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6. Organization: The Copperbelt University
Designation: Chief Technician Survey Department
Phone: +260-966701262
Name: Mr. Moses M Chibuye
Organization: Konkola Copper Mines Nchanga IBU
Designation: Chief Surveyor
Phone: +260-978779304, +260-966165286
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