Technical Quality Assurance Officer (SOG/ST 8)

Job Purpose

Reporting to the Director, Project Monitoring, the incumbent is responsible for monitoring and co ordinating islandwide assessments/audits of infrastructural activities to include road, bridge and building construction works undertaken on behalf of the Public Bodies of the Ministry of Local Government, to ensure consistency/compliance with the related Regulations, Acts and Policy guidelines. 

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborates with Internal Audit, Project Architect, Urban/Regional Planning and Development Unit, and the Local Authorities for the development/review/implementation of policy and procedures for inclusion in the Technical Audit System; 
• Provides technical advice to the Permanent Secretary, Departments, portfolio entities and other relevant personnel on quality standards and other issues related to Construction Management; 
• Collaborates with Internal Audit, Communication and Public Relations stakeholders and representatives of the Local Authorities in the development of programmes for the effective communication of new development, policies, and standards in Construction Management; 
• Liaises with managers and staff of respective entities to ensure that a Quality Assurance System is in place and functioning properly; 
• Provides technical advice to the decision making processes by identifying and recommending areas that need to be investigated; 
• Monitors and reviews contracts to ensure that the delivery of service is in keeping with policies, regulations and guidelines, and makes recommendations where necessary;
• Represents the Permanent Secretary/Department at the local/international meetings and conferences; 
• Ensures that briefs are prepared and referred to the Permanent Secretary;
• Leads quality assurance audits to determine adequacy, efficiency and effectiveness of the current mechanisms in place, and prepares and submits reports, recommending corrective measures wherever necessary; 
• Conducts sites inspections to ensure that projects are in adherence with design specifications and quality standards; 
• Reviews project requirements and schedules, to ensure project completion within required timeframe, and prevents/minimizes costs overruns; 
• Ensures that appropriate corrective/preventive measures are applied to resolve non conformances; 
• Develops resource and material relating to Technical Management issues, including training, techniques, rates (works), promotion or other general information to address specific needs where necessary to achieve quality; 
• Prepares technical and other specialized reports as required; documents and submits findings and recommendations to improve performance; 
• Liaises with the Procurement Staff to establish and maintain quality requirements for material from suppliers; 
• Monitors the water quality for Entomb Springs and Catchment Tanks; 
• Inspects pipelines for leaks/damages; 
• Monitors civil related works for all attributes relating to minor Water Supply System;
• Responds to reports or complaints of irregularity in relation to construction of any infrastructure; 
• Performs any other related duties that may be assigned from time to time. 

Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

Core: 

• Excellent oral and written communication skills; 
• Excellent interpersonal skills; 
• Excellent analytical thinking skills; 
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills; 
• Excellent planning and organizing skills; 
• Excellent teamwork and co-operation. 

Functional: 

• Excellent technical skills (current auditing principles, standards and techniques);
• Excellent use of technology; 
• Excellent strategic vision; 
• Excellent integrity exercised in the carrying out of duties. 

Minimum Required Qualification and Experience

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering or Construction Management from a recognized tertiary institution; 
• Six (6) years related experience with or in-depth understanding of Building/Roads Construction; 
• Training and experience in Project Management, Auditing Techniques and Technical Report Writing; 
• Membership in a related professional organization.

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.