Submitted by ACorbin on 16 August 2016 - 9:03am
Internal Position No.:
67 of 2016
Department:
Role Summary
The successful applicant will assist the Director in planning, organizing and directing the activities of assigned divisions; assist other ministries and Departments on relevant matters; and ensure technical outputs of the sections are executed according to established procedures and guidelines.
Main Responsibilities
- Assist the Director with planning, developing and implementing Government projects in order to contribute to the effective management of the department.
- Assist with coordinating technical and feasibility studies undertaken by the Department.
- Assist with the management of the day-to-day activities of the Department to ensure that work is carried out in a timely manner, as well as monitoring the efficient use of resources.
- Prepare reports on projects supervised by the Department to provide substantive data measuring performance on an ongoing basis.
- Represent the Director at various meetings to ensure representation of the department and its interests.
- Assist with the development of training programmes for assigned division to aid the professional development of the department’s staff.
- Draft memorandums, letters, Cabinet papers and other correspondences as required, ensuring the consistency and accuracy of external correspondence.
- Act in the absence of the Director.
- Assist with the preparation of the Department’s Annual Budget.
- Assist with the preparation and submission of Performance Planning and Appraisal Report for staff.
- Identify job specific and environmental factors and develop, where applicable, implement and promote the health and safety policies. Mitigate and minimise workplace hazards.
- Execute projects in accordance with the industry standards.
- Prepare designs and construction documents for roads, bridges etc. throughout the Territory.
- Prepare briefs for consulting engineers and monitors their services.
- Supervise construction projects as required.
- Develop and implement engineering standards.
- Perform any other related duties as required by Supervisor or any other senior officer in order to contribute to the effectiveness and efficiency of the department.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related area
- Seven (7) years’ experience in related area
- Excellent knowledge of Government structure, policies and procedures
- Sound knowledge of the use of standard office equipment and relevant computer applications
- Sound knowledge of accessibility guidelines and sustainable development principles
- Excellent knowledge of relevant computer software applications, including AutoCAD and Civil 3D
- Excellent knowledge of applicable policies, regulations and laws
- Sound interpersonal and organisational skills
- Sound oral and written communication skills
- Excellent research, analytical and decision making skills
- Excellent supervisory and management skills
Closing Date:
Friday, 16 September 2016
Vacancy Listing: