Applications are invited from suitably qualified
individuals for the under-mentioned position:
PARISH MANAGER
(LEVEL 6)
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
• Bachelor Degree in in Civil Engineering, Construction
Technology/Construction Studies or equivalent
• Specialized Training in Contract Management, Road
Maintenance
• Knowledge of 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 skill
• Good communications and interpersonal skills
• Technical report writing and oral communication skills
• Leadership and team skills
CORE FUNCTIONS:-
• Reports to and advise the Regional Manager on all activities
within assigned 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 condition
• 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
requirements are clearly understood and observed
Applications should be submitted no later than
Friday, June 12, 2020 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.
Previous applicants need not apply.
