Minimum Requirement
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
• Passes in five (5) subjects at Ordinary level/CXC level including Mathematics, English Language, Information Technology and preferably other technical subject i.e. Physics, Chemistry or Geography
• Certificate in soil/material testing or equivalent
• Specialized training in lab testing techniques
• Minimum of (1) year experience in Soil and Material testing
SKILLS REQUIREMENT
• Ability to work well as part of a team
• Competence in computer applications
• Flexibility.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written forms
• Good Human Relations Skills
• Good Analytical Skills
REPORTS TO: Senior Soil & Material Technician
SUMMARY OF DUTIES
• Perform tests on soil and other engineering material using required standard test methods
• Calibrate all assigned testing equipment assigned, maintain in good working condition and report defective equipment
• Maintain files/reports on assigned jobs including proper labeling and handling of samples
• Prepare graphs and sketches relative to various tests performed both in the field and laboratory
• Conduct various tests on roads under construction
• Maintain general cleanliness of the laboratory including storage and disposal of samples, washing and cleaning of equipment and accessories etc.
• Monitor and maintain adequate supplies of material, chemicals etc.
Submitted application in writing no later than
March 13, 2020 to:
Manager, Personnel and Industrial Relations,
National Works Agency,
140 Maxfield Avenue, Kingston 10 or
email: recruitment@nwa.gov.jm
The National Works Agency thanks all applicants in advance for responding. Only short listed applicants will be contacted.
