Applications are invited from suitably qualified
individuals for the under-mentioned position
PARISH MANAGER (LEVEL 6) – ST. MARY
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
• Bachelor Degree in in Civil Engineering, Construction
Technology/Construction Studies or equivalent
• Specialized Training in Contract Management, Road Maintenance,
Bridge Inspection and other related areas
• Knowledge of Government Procurement procedures
• 7 years in the road construction sector with experience at a senior
supervisory level
SKILL REQUIREMENTS
• Highly developed Management skills
• Highly developed technical skills and knowledge of road maintenance and construction
• Highly developed contract management skills
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Technical report writing and oral communication skills
• Leadership and team skills
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP
• Reports to: Regional Manager
CORE FUNCTIONS:-
• Reports to and advise the Regional Manager on all activities within the
parish
• Accountable for the achievement of Agency’s target within the parish
• Plan, organize, coordinate and direct the parish maintenance activities
• Represent the Agency within the assigned parish at all official
functions/meetings
• Review and approve work plans/ itinerary of Assistant Parish Managers
• Prepare periodic reports on all infrastructure activities within the parish
• Conduct site visits, inspections of bridges, quarries, drainage structures
and retaining walls
• Maintain a current database of parish infrastructure conditions
• Investigate complaints, accidents or nuisances affecting the public
caused by Agency’s activities or factors affecting the agency’s business
• Review performance of contractors and make recommendations
• Devise local emergency strategies and attend local Disaster Planning
Committee
• Liaise with contractors/suppliers to ensure that the Agency’s
requirement are clearly understood and observed
Applications should be submitted no later than Friday, March 26, 2021 and addressed to:
Manager, Personnel and Industrial Relations
National Works Agency
140 Maxfield Avenue, Kingston 10
or
Application can be sent via email to: Recruitment@nwa.gov.jm
The Agency thanks all applicants in advance. Kindly note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
