Tuesday, January 06, 2015

Weighbridge Operators - 6 Posts

The Regional Manager - TANROADS Njombe on behalf of the Chief Executive TANROADS 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.

Position: Weighbridge Operators - 6 Posts

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:-
i) Weigh Motor Vehicles of Gross vehicle Weight (GVW) ~ 3,500kg plying on our Public Roads.
ii) If the vehicle is found overloaded the operator should impose road damage fee on the spot;
iii) 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;
iv) Record all necessary particulars regarding the motor vehicle being weighed.
v) Observe good customer care, dignity and integrity
vi) Report all matters to the Shift In-charge;
viii) Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the shift In-charge/Axle Load Control Supervisor.

Key Qualifications:

  • 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 Swahili 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

Age:
Not above 35 years of age.

Remuneration:
According To TANROADS Salary Scale: TRS 4.1

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.

Mode of Application:
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 recognized Institutions with photo, birth certificates, three names of referees and a reliable contact (such as telephone number)

Application letter should be written in English and must be submitted not later than 30th January 2015

Application letter should be addressed to:

The Regional Manager,
Tanzania National Roads Agency (Tanroads),
Sido Street,
P.O. Box 885,
Njombe

NOTE: Any person with unresolved criminal offence need not apply

Only shortlisted candidates will be 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 recognized/accepted


Details Source: Daily News, 5th January, 2015