Chomba Enock Brando Chomba
Dar es Salaam
Summary
Seasoned and registered Railway Engineer with a demonstrated record of achievement in a senior management role. Successfully solved difficult problems that required adaptation and modification of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Civil Engineer
TAZARA
07.2014 - Current
- Managing about 1350 employees along the rail network plus its units and providing them with tools and materials for the consistent smooth running of all maintenance, production, and construction works along the 1860.543km railway authority
- Delivered maintenance targets as set out in the plans and KPIs for consistent availability of the railway track and its auxiliary infrastructure
- Promoting the normalization of operations through prompt repair of the permanent way after train derailments
- And rehabilitate the affected areas to eliminate temporally speed restrictions (TSRs) from 55no
- To 13no
- Of such sections (within five years)
- Coordinating and facilitating material and human capital requirements for reconstruction works during track catastrophes
- Major sites included a major wash-away at Kurasini section km 2 – km 4 (2015/16), a Landslide at Km 32 (2020), a railway bridge accident at Chambeshi River (2021), and collapsed mega culverts at km 211 (2022)
- Stabilised supply of materials and some equipment to the Quarries for continued production of ballast and reinforced concrete sleepers
- Ensured delivery in providing and maintenance of signalling and telecommunication systems to facilitate train operations and movements for the entire railway line
- Maintained habitable production buildings and residential properties and ensured adequate sanitation and water reticulation systems at all centres.
Regional Civil Engineer (Z)
TAZARA
01.2013 - 06.2014
- Managed a team of about 600 employees involved in the maintenance of the 884.632km railway stretch and auxiliary infrastructure
- Worked directly with district civil engineers to prepare the bill of quantities (BOQ), and schematic diagrams and submitted the same to the Regional general manager for consideration
- Supervised the district civil engineers and permanent way inspectors to achieve the planned track and civil works
- Carried out day-to-day planning duties accurately and efficiently for the 37 permanent-way gangs to carry out maintenance works timely
- Contributed to the smooth operation of train movements through continuous rehabilitation of bad stretches of the railway line, in this case from 16no
- Down to 10no
- Of such sections of the track
- Improved the general outlook of the station buildings and residential properties along the rail line through consistent maintenance schedules and lobbying for dedicated funding for such works.
Projects Engineer
TAZARA
07.2005 - 12.2012
- Managed the planning of activities, generating of revenue and expenditure for the construction unit in terms of material and human capital to ensure smooth operations of the unit
- Prepared engineering drawings, bills of quantities (BOQ), work charts, and surveys for well-informed project scopes, job planning, and personnel management for the construction unit
- Researched and documented all required materials and manpower needed to implement the proposed projects such as bridges, blocks of classrooms, and station buildings
- Managed the planning of the projects for material and human capital to ensure a consistent smooth supply of materials to project sites
- Delivered an exceptional level of project output by completing the construction works of 4no
- Bridges on time and handing them over to external clients
- Worked closely and reported to the Regional civil engineer (Z), Municipal Authorities, and government district and provincial administrations in the establishment of activity requirements and delivered the same to the required standard
- Prepared progress reports on actual work done, materials used, and those required, but also identified problems that may have caused delays in completing such projects.
Costs Engineer
TAZARA
08.2003 - 06.2005
- Assessed costs of labour and materials then prepared bills of quantities (BOQ) for each work, ensuring adherence to budgetary requirements
- Prepared work diagrams, charts, and surveys for well-informed job planning and maintenance scopes
- Supervised construction works, giving guidance to my subordinates and highlighting to my superiors
- Reviewed maintenance plans and financial projections, verifying the accuracy and feasibility of the works
- Motivated my maintenance team to meet work deadlines through regular site inspections and site meetings, problem-solving accordingly, and eliminating bottlenecks
- Handled maintenance and construction tasks on schedule to ensure timely delivery of the infrastructure for use.
Property Management Officer
Keystone Co. Ltd
01.2000 - 12.2001
- Worked closely with property developers for project identification and negotiation of projects
- Performed initial project assessment, and prepared bills of quantities (BOQ) for project costing and analysis with investors
- Prepared the work schedules, manpower required, and material resources for the maintenance teams
- Efficiently undertook the valuation of properties for various purposes such as rentals, rates, investments, mortgages, and insurance
- Maintained detailed property and estate registers to manage available properties against the demands
- Undertook maintenance of buildings and auxiliary infrastructure.
Education
Post Graduate Advanced Certificate in Railway Engineering -
Tianjin Railway Technical College, China
12.2008
Post Graduate Certificate in Supervisory Management -
Luanshya Training Institute, Zambia
09.2005
Bachelor of Science Degree (Land Economy) -
The Copperbelt University, Zambia
02.2001
School Certificate -
Chingola Secondary School, Zambia
12.1993
Skills
- Railway management and operations
- Transportation engineering
- Project management including cost estimation & bidding
- Process implementation including contract management
- Infrastructure construction and management
- Property valuation and estate management
- Sustainability practices and quality control
- Public works and planning
- Staff management
- Team leadership
Affiliations
Full Member and Registered Engineer for the Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ). Attend annual and professional conferences for the Institution of Engineers Tanzania (IET). And full participation in continuous progress development (CPD) for the EIZ and IET.
Languages
English, Bemba & Swahili
Timeline
Chief Civil Engineer
TAZARA
07.2014 - Current
Regional Civil Engineer (Z)
TAZARA
01.2013 - 06.2014
Projects Engineer
TAZARA
07.2005 - 12.2012
Costs Engineer
TAZARA
08.2003 - 06.2005
Property Management Officer
Keystone Co. Ltd
01.2000 - 12.2001
Post Graduate Advanced Certificate in Railway Engineering -
Tianjin Railway Technical College, China
Post Graduate Certificate in Supervisory Management -
Luanshya Training Institute, Zambia
Bachelor of Science Degree (Land Economy) -
The Copperbelt University, Zambia
School Certificate -
Chingola Secondary School, Zambia
Research Studies
Undertook a research project and wrote a thesis on The Maintenance of Buildings after the Sale of Institutional Properties, A Case of Houses for the Zambia Consolidated Copper Mines (ZCCM) in Luanshya, Zambia.
Technical Seminars
- 11/09/23, Plasser & Theaurer, Dar Es Salaam, Track Maintenance Practices
- 09/01/19, International Centre of National Development - Dodoma, China, Infrastructure Construction and Management
- 06/01/19, Galilee International Management Institute of Israel, Dar Es Salaam, Transport Planning and Railway Safety
- 27/06/18, Sandton Convention Centre, Johannesburg, Presented A Paper " Track Maintenance Practices In TAZARA" At Africa Rail Conference
- 07/01/17, Beijing Jiaotong University, China, Railway Infrastructure and Operations
- 01/12/16, Eastern Africa Federation of Engineering Organizations, Arusha, UN Sustainable Development Goals in Innovation, Technology and Engineering
- 09/01/15, Beijing Jiaotong University, China, Railway Planning and Construction
- 09/01/14, Shanghai, Yantai & Beijing, China, Technical Study Tour (Railways stations and operational areas)
- 09/01/06, Qingdao, Dalian & Beijing, China, Technical Study Tour (Railway engineering, port facilities and marshaling yards)
Areas Of Responsibility
- Holding supervisory and management positions at the place of work in various capacities and delegating duties to subordinates
- Holding leadership roles in community, social, and cultural associations for the promotion of human co-existence
- Held leadership positions in civic organizations including the University Students’ Council
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 01/24/75
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Zambian
- Marital Status: Married
- Children: 2 biological & 4 dependants
References
- Eng. Bruno T. Ching’andu, Managing Director, Tanzania Zambia Railway Authority, PO Box 2838, Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania, +255 788 762 405
- Dr Johnson Kampamba, Senior Lecturer, University of Botswana, PO Box 3554, Gaborone, Botswana, +267 71 704 767
- Eng. Kambani Ndhlovu, Regional General Manager, Tanzania Zambia Railway Authority, PO Box T01, Mpika, Zambia, +260 974 511 705
Extracurricular Activities
- Enjoys active participation in athletics and ardent supporter of football (Soccer)
- Full communicant of the United Church of Zambia (UCZ) and Kanisa la Kinjilio cha Kristu Tanzania (KKKT)
- Member of the sporting club, Gymkhana at Dar Es Salaam
Research Studies
Undertook a research project and wrote a thesis on The Maintenance of Buildings after the Sale of Institutional Properties, A Case of Houses for the Zambia Consolidated Copper Mines (ZCCM) in Luanshya, Zambia.
Technical Seminars
- 09/01/19, International Centre of National Development, China, Infrastructure Construction and Management
- 06/01/19, Galilee International Management Institute, Israel, Transport Planning and Railway Safety
- 07/01/17, Beijing Jiaotong University, China, Railway Infrastructure and Operations
- 09/01/15, Beijing Jiaotong University, China, Railway Planning and Construction
- 09/01/14, Shanghai, Yantai & Beijing, China, Technical Study Tour (Railways stations and operational areas)
- 09/01/06, Qingdao, Dalian & Beijing, China, Technical Study Tour (Railway engineering, port facilities and marshaling yards)
Areas Of Responsibility
- Holding supervisory and management positions at the place of work in various capacities and delegating duties to subordinates
- Holding leadership roles in community, social, and cultural associations for the promotion of co-existence
- Held leadership positions in civic organizations including the University Students’ Council
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 01/24/75
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Zambian
- Marital Status: Married
References
- Eng. Bruno T. Ching’andu, Managing Director, Tanzania Zambia Railway Authority, PO Box 2838, Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania, +255 788 762 405
- Dr Barbara K. Senkwe, Senior Lecturer, Copperbelt University, PO Box 21692, Kitwe, +260 212 290814/ +260 960 980 011
Extracurricular Activities
Enjoys active participation in athletics and ardent supporter of football (Soccer) Full communicant of the United Church of Zambia (UCZ) and Kanisa la Kinjilio cha Kristu Tanzania (KKKT) Member of the sporting club, Gymkhana at Dar Es Salaam
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