CLERK OF WORKS -MECHANICAL – Botswana Ash (Pty) Ltd 1250 views

Botswana Ash (Pty) Ltd is a Soda Ash and Salt producing Company situated at Sua Pan in Botswana, approximately 180 km by tarred road northwest of Francistown. The Company employs over 500 employees of which dose to 300 are unionised. Employees and their families live in Sowa Town, about 20 km from the plant site. The town boasts of recreational facilities, which include restaurant, tennis courts, squash court, swimming pool and golf course. There is also an excellent English medium pre-primary, primary and secondary school as well as public primary and junior secondary schools.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the following position:

CLERK OF WORKS -MECHANICAL

The Clerk of Works will ensure that the interests of Botswana Ash are represented with regards to confirming the quality of both materials and workmanship in accordance with the design information such as specifi- cations/bill of quantities and engineering drawings, in addition to recognized quality standards.

JOB SUMMARY

• Ensure contract compliance by the contractor, such as conducting quality tests specified in the contract.
• Installing materials/equipment as specified in contract/bill of quantities, and report deficiencies to Project Leaders.
• Providing reports on all on-site matters, including third-party inspections, progress, safety concerns, and causes for delay.
• Reviewing and demonstrating understanding of contract documents .design drawings and specifications in order to maintain familiarity with the project.

Competencies

• Report writing Skills.
• Technical shrewdness.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Supervision Skills.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• At least 5 years’ experience in projects oversight.
• Exposure to multi-discipline construction projects.
• Working knowledge of the project management process.
• A valid light duty driver’s license.