Works Overseer (Kingston, Jamaica) - Local Government Services Commission

 Local Government Services Commission

Works Overseer

Applications are invited from suitable qualified persons of Works Overseer in the Manchester Municipal Corporation.

Job Purpose

Under the direct supervision of the superintendent, the Works Overseer is responsible to oversee the implementation of infrastructural work programs.

Job Responsibilities

• Preparing Estimates and supervising works for repairs, construction, or general works to:

1. Parochial Infrastructure-drains, curb and channel, walls and other retaining structures.
2. Public sanitary Convenience.
3. Public Parks, under the responsibility of the Municipal Corporation.

• Assist in the supervision of works in the Roads and Works Department.
• To visit all roads within his prescribed area and report on their conditions, whether favorable or otherwise.
• To issue instructions and follow up works delegated to Field Assistants to ensure such works are carried out satisfactorily and expeditiously.
• To supervise preparation of bills prepared by junior officers, countersign them to signify that the works are satisfactorily done and  that the rates are fair and/or in agreement with the schedule rates.
• To handle all projects which are of a difficult nature and requires the experience of such a senior officer instead of leaving such work to incapable hands.
• To take quick action in preparing estimates for Flash Floods or other such calamities without having to wait on instructions from a senior officer and forward such estimates with speed.
• To keep all roads in good condition by ensuring proper drainage, road profile and bushing of road banks and the cutting away of over-grown trees.
• To ensure that all contractors accept and sign the Schedule of Rates before contracts are awarded to such contractors.
• To ensure Itinerary for all work and submit the same on a fortnightly or monthly basis.
• To ensure that all contractors accept and sign Schedule of Rates before contracts are awarded to such contractors.
• Assist in the serving of enforcement notices.
• Investigate complaints and attend to them from time to time.
• Prepares estimates.
• Preparing monthly reports on all duties carried out.
• Attend committee meetings on behalf of the Superintendent.
• Any other duties that may be assigned by the head of the department or any other senior officer deputed by her from time to time.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Key eye for detail, good time management, ability work on your own initiative.
• Must have knowledge of the various development applications processed.
• Oral communication and interpersonal skills to explain rules and procedures clearly to the public.
• Problem solving skills to gather relevant information to assist in solving practical problems.
• Ability to work in several projects or issues simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment as needed.
• Ability to use interactive computer systems to aid applicants in the submission of applications.

Qualifications/Experience

• The Incumbent should possess Four (4) CXC or GCE subjects including English Language and a numeric subject (Mathematics or Accounts), Science/Technical subject with a minimum of three years' experience in a related field.
• Certification in Building Construction or Draughting or related qualifications with a minimum of Two (2) years' experience in a related field.
• Minimum of two (2) years' experience in carrying out major infrastructure work.

Applications and Resumes along with names and addresses of two (2) referees should be addressed to:

Secretary

Local Government Services Commission

Ministry of Finance and Planning Complex

2nd Flour, "G" Block

30 National Heroes Circle,

Kingston 4.

Deadline for Applications: Friday, May 6, 2022.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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