Weigh Bridge Operators (3 Posts)

Weigh Bridge Operators (3 Posts)

Tanzania National Roads Agency (TAN ROADS)

Date Listed: May 8, 2013
Phone: No Calls Please
Area: Njombe
Application Deadline: May 31, 2013

Position Description:
From Daily News May 8, 2013
The Regional Manager, TAN ROADS - Njombe is responsible for the day-to-day management of the Tanzania Mainland's trunk and Regional roads network. Its primary functions include the management and development works, operations of the network and axle load control, the implementation of road safety and environmental measures, provision of advice on the strategic framework, policies and plans for the road sector.
The Regional Manager - TAN ROADS Njombe on behalf of the Chief Executive TAN ROADS is looking for open minded and creative candidates who are motivated to work within a modern and dynamic organization. TANROADS encourages applications from both men and women to fill the following positions on contract basis at the Regional Manager's office Njombe.
Scope of Positions
These positions are within Njombe Region, successful candidates must be ready to work independently, all days of the week including Saturdays, Sundays and Public holidays and with high pressure of work. They should be prepared to work for considerable lengths of time.
Position Relationship
The successful candidates will report to Shift in-charge;
Responsibilities
Enforcement of Road Traffic Axle Load Control by the use of Weighbridge Scale devices;
Duties
Carrying out activities as described in the Road Traffic (maximum Weight of vehicles) - Regulations, 2001. The activities include the following:
Weigh Motor Vehicles of Gross vehicle Weight (GVW) ~ 3,500kg plying on our
Public Roads.
If the vehicle is found overloaded the operator should impose road damage fee -on the spot;
Measure physical dimensions of motor vehicle or any load. Being carried on the
motor vehicle, and in case of non-compliance with vehicle dimension limits, the transporter should be caused to seek for a special permit;
Record all necessary particulars regarding the motor vehicle being weighed. Observe good customer care, dignity and integrity
Report all matters to the Shift In-charge;
Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the shift In-charge/Axle Load Control Supervisor.
Key Qualifications
Age: Not above 35 years of age.
Educational minimum qualification
Holder of Full Technician certificate in Civil, Mechanical or electrical Engineering (FTC); High qualification will have additional advantages
Must be computer literate (at least Advanced certificate in computer Applications)
Must be fluent in Kiswahili and English languages
Must be a Tanzanian Citizen
Must pass Agency Competitive entry interview
Apart from professional qualifications candidates to assume these positions must be trustworthy, responsible, reliable, accountable, with integrity;
Terms Of Employment
Two (2) Years Contract, Including Six (6) Months Probation Period.
The contract will be renewable on the Employers' discretion, which may be
based on performance. Other terms and Conditions shall be as stipulated in the
TANROADS Personnel Manual.
 Remuneration:
According to tan roads salary scale: TRS 4.1


Application Instructions:
Eligible and interested candidates are invited to apply in confidence and send their handwritten applications letter accompanied by a comprehensive CV, Copies of academic certificates from recognised Institutions, with photo, birth certificates, three names of referees and a reliable contact (such as telephone number)
Application letter should be written in English land must be submitted not later than 31th May, 2013.
Application letter should be addressed to:
The Regional Manager,
Tanzania National Roads Agency (TAN ROADS), 5100 STREET,
P.O. BOX 885,
NJOMBE.
NOTE:
Any person with unresolved criminal offence need not apply
Only shortlisted candidates will called for interview, and transport costs to the interview venue will not be refunded. Result slip, equivalent to certificates, leaving certificates without photographs will not be recognised/ accepted.