Inspector Water Engineer - 2 Posts at Samburu County Government

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Planning and supervising construction works for water supplies and sewerage schemes and ensure that the works are carried out in accordance with the provisions of the contracts
• Compiling operation and maintenance data;
• Supervising water supply operators and artisans.
• Day to day field implementation and Maintenance of water supply infrastructure
• Assist in Preparation and execution of annual work plans and activity specific schedules
• Assist in the survey and design of water supply infrastructure, including Hydraulic
• design of the water supply transmission and distribution pipe networks, dams and, irrigation schemes; Water treatment plant, operations buildings and other ancillary facilities; Pump stations; Storage tanks; and Modern water supply office buildings).
• Assist the Water Engineer in the preparation of construction tender documents (including drafting prequalification document, the conditions of contract, instructions to bidders, bills of quantities, drawings and specifications).
• Assist in the tendering process of water infrastructure projects including but not limited to tender documents preparation, pre bid site visit, clarifications to bidders and bid evaluation.
• Capacity building of Communities in water supply project management and sustainability
• Any other duties assigned to him by the Chief Officer, Water Engineer, County Director of Water Services

REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT
For appointment for this Grade, a Candidate must have:-

• Be a Kenyan Citizen.
• Possess a Degree in Water/Civil Engineering from a recognized Institution.
• At least five (5) years of experience in the same.
• Good listening and communication skills.
• Strong critical thinking and troubleshooting skills.