Job Summary
The job holder is answerable to the Engineer and is responsible for undertaking supervision of road works; preparation of work programmes; collection of data on road inventory; preparation of tender documents and conducting annual traffic count.
Job Description/Requirements
Kenya Urban Roads Authority (KURA) is a State Corporation established under the Kenya Roads Act, 2007 to manage, develop, rehabilitate and maintain national urban roads. The Authority invites applications from qualified candidates for the following vacant positions:
15. Inspector — JG KURA 8 — REF: KURA/RACM/22/ 5 - (4 POSTS)
Job Summary
The job holder is answerable to the Engineer and is responsible for undertaking supervision of road works; preparation of work programmes; collection of data on road inventory; preparation of tender documents and conducting annual traffic count.
Duties and Responsibilities
a) Supervise Road Overseers and project staff;
b) Supervise road construction and maintenance works under instructions from a SeniorOfficer;
c) Prepare and maintain site records and other road work records;
d) Undertake selection and location of materials for Road works;
e) Collect data on road inventory;
f) Ensure that all site records are prepared on time and submitted as required; and
g) Perform any other lawful duties as may be assigned from time to time.
Qualifications and Experience
For appointment to this position, the ideal candidate must:
a) Have a Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized Higher Learning Institution;
b) Be proficient in computer applications;
c) Be registered as a graduate Technician Engineer with the EBK (Engineers Board of Kenya);
d) Fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya; and
e) Minimal experience in work of similar nature in the public service or private sector will be an added advantage.
Mode of Application
1. Interested and eligible candidates should access the mandatory KURA Job Application Form available on our website www.kura.go.ke/careers fill all required fields, sign and date the form and attach copies of certificates and transcripts, current Curriculum Vitae and testimonials. Successful candidates will be required to present clearance certificates from chapter six institutions. Any application without the KURA Job Application Form will not be considered.
2. Applications should be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly indicating the position being applied for and vacancy reference number and addressed to the undersigned so as to be received on or before 11th July 2022 at 5.00pm (East African Time). The applications should be hand delivered or mailed through the post office to the address indicated below. Email applications shall not be considered.
The Director General
Kenya Urban Roads Authority (KURA)
Barabara Plaza, Block D, Mazao Road, Off South Airport Road, JKIA.
P.O. Box 41727-00100, NAIROBI
Applications should be dropped in the Applications Box in the Administration Section on 1st Floor, East Wing.
KURA is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and gender equality. Qualified persons irrespective of gender, age, race, culture, religion, marital status or disability are encouraged to apply. Any form of canvasing and giving false information in employment application form will lead to automatic disqualification.
KURA does not charge any fees for applications, shortlisting or interviews. Beware of conmen.
