British High Commission Technical Works Group Leader A2 Jobs in Rwanda

British High Commission Technical Works Group Leader A2 Jobs in Rwanda


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    Job Description (Roles and Responsibilities)

    Main Purpose of Job

  • To lead all Technical Team and control their Works and ensure all the work done at the office and FCDO properties comply with British standard.

    Roles and Responsibilities

  • The TWGL will be supervised by the Estate Manager B3 (L)

    The Main Duties will Include:

  • Supervise workers and contractors to ensure that their works are up to UK standards, work/services are delivered according to maintainability and Compatibility according to Health and Safety standards

  • To coach and mentor other technical staff (electrician, plumber, general technicians) and ensure they carry out work as per Corporate Services Level Agreement

  • To liaise with the Estates Manager & store manager on material required for technical works.

  • Drafting the specifications of required materials, techniques and methods to be used by technicians and contractors in technical works.

  • Drafting Technical Specifications for Overhaul works and other Civil works

  • To prepare, submit, monitor Technical works Key Performance Indicators and ensure feedback from Customer are collected after each work has been completed

  • Communicate to customers on progress of works being done in their properties

  • Filling Estates related documents (Inspection reports, health and safety documents, Property Compliance Assessment etc)

  • Work closely with the Estate Manager to ensure the annual preventive plan is instigated as per Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) policy and guidance

  • To carry out any other tasks or instructions assigned by the line manager.

    Resources managed (staff and expenditure):

  • Lead 2XS1 Technicians and 2 X S1 General Technicians (TWG)

  • Supervision of Different contractors

    Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience

  • At least 3 years previous technical supervisory experience.

  • Having an advanced experience in Civil Engineering Works

  • Having at least a Diploma in Construction or equivalent

  • Technical Craftsmanship Certificate

  • Having an experience or knowledge in general property maintenance

  • A current valid driving licence

  • Very good spoken Kinyarwanda and fluency in verbal and written English Language

  • Basic computer literacy including good
  • Microsoft office skills.

  • Presentation skills.

    Desirable Qualifications, Skills and Experience

  • Knowledge of Structural Analysis, Building Planning and Drawing

  • Knowledge of metal Works, masonry and carpentry works ethics, Concrete Technology and Geology

  • Knowledge of use AutoCAD and Archi-Card and other related Technology

  • Knowledge of Leadership, Affinity diagrams, Time Management and Engineering Management

  • Knowledge of leading other Technical Works such as Electrical, Plumbing, White goods etc

    Required Competencies

  • Making Effective Decisions, Collaborating and Partnering, Delivering Value for Money, Delivering at Pace

    How to Apply

    For more information and job application details, see; British High Commission Technical Works Group Leader A2 Jobs in Rwanda

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