DEPARTMENT : BUILDINGS MAINTENANCE
JOB TITLE : SENIOR TECHNICAL OFFICE (PLUMBER )
GRADE E : (M106, 692.00 — M123, 7200.00 p.a.)
NO OF POSTS : ONE (1)
LOCATION : MASERU
RESPONSIBLE TO : PRINCIPAL TECHNICAL OFFICER
Purpose of the job
To carry out maintenance and repair works for electrical fittings and appliances, Installations, Fencing, Refrigeration, Air conditioners and fire detectors etc
Main Duties:
1. To carry out maintenance and repair works for electrical fittings and appliances, Installations, Fencing, Refrigeration, Air conditioners and fire detectors etc.
1.1. Assesses complaints
1.2. Collects and prepares material for maintenance
1.3. Maintains/repairs
1.4. Paints repaired works
2. Prepare monthly reports on work done
2.1. Collect data on the job done and compile a report
3. To supervise jobs
3.1. Supervises the staff on site
3.2. Monitors the job done
3.3. Inspects and certifies completed job
4. To appraise the performance of staff
4.1. Supports staff to develop work plans
4.2. Monitors and evaluates performance
5. To handle grievance and disciplinary cases
5.1. Discipline staff
5.2. Resolve grievances
JOB SPECIFICATIONS
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
Certificate in Plumbing and Sheet Metal Work (not less 2 to 3 years academic training) from L.T.I / T.S.L / Leloaleng.
OR
Certificate in Plumbing and Sheet Metal Work not less than 1 year academic training from Bishop Allard, Opportunities Industrialisation Centre plus 2 years working experience.
OR
Trade test B with 3 years relevant experience
OR
Trade test C with 5 years working experience.
COMPETENCIES:
Ability to read plans, drawing, technical manual and material specifications Computer literacy
Ability to work as a team Must be Safety conscious
Be prepared to work beyond normal working hours and under pressure Ability to communicate orally and in writing,
Ability to work without close supervision
RESPONSIBILITY
For work of others; this factor is not applicable to this job
For property; the incumbent is responsible for tools and working Materials
For effect of errors; the incumbent is responsible for errors that may be committed when maintaining property which may result in permanent damage or loss of life
For Safety of others; the incumbent is responsible for handling tools in a proper way that may not cause injury to self and others.
COMPLEXITY
Authority for decision making; This factor is considered minimal to this job Problem solving; This factor is considered minimal to this job.
Supervision received; The incumbent is expected to work independently Dexterity This factor is minimal.
CONTACTS
Contacts Made
The job requires regular contact with Principal Technical Officer for instructions, material and reporting.
EFFORT
Mental effort; this requires accuracy and concentration
Physical effort; the job involves climbing, lifting, cutting and fitting etc. Emotional effort; this factor is minimal
WORKING CONDITIONS
Unfavourable conditions; There is a risk of falling as officers carry out repair. There is a risk of sustaining injuries when using power tools.
Hazards; the incumbent handles electricity which is hazardous to health
Applications on relevant forms G.P. 104 for serving officers and G.P. 103 for job seekers (duly accompanied by certified copies of educational certificates, transcripts and appropriately filled Performance Appraisal Forms for serving officers) should be addressed to:
P. 0. Box 20
Maseru 100
Not later than 31st October 2021