a) Job Specification

An officer at this level shall report to Head Engineering.

Responsibilities

• To supervise maintenance forest Roads and construction of new structures such bridges and culverts in areas of jurisdiction.
• To support and complement the Engineer hence provide a wide range of maintenance of civil works
• Coordinate and supervise road works and construction/ maintenance of bridges within jurisdiction of the road unit
• Supervise selection of suitable construction materials for road works.
• Supervise the construction fleet of equipment, plant and vehicles deployed at road units.
• Supervise all staff stationed at construction site(s) such as overseers, senior, inspectors, plant operators, drivers and artisans
• Ensure vehicles, plant and equipment are well serviced and maintained.
• Ensure safety of equipment and personnel in construction sites.
• Ensure professional standards and undertake quality control in road units.
• Co-ordinate procurement of materials, fuels, oils and tools garages.
• Compile work progress reports.
• Assist the Engineer in preparation of work programs
• Prepare civil designs, drawings and specifications.
• Make cost estimates for all civil projects.
• Arrange for material testing
• Ensure safety of equipment and personnel in roads unit
• Ensure correct standards are maintained in road works
• Inspect and certify all road works upon completion
• Prepare stores, tools, equipment, vehicles and plant ledgers.
• Promote public values and principles
• Mentoring and coaching

Qualifications

• Diploma Civil Engineering from a recognized Institution
• Three (3) Years Working Experience
• Proficiency in computer applications