Inspector of Roads - 7 Posts at Kenya Forest Service (KFS)

Job Description

INSPECTOR OF ROADS - REF KFS/IR/2024 - KFS GRADE 10 - (7) POSITIONS
Entry Requirements :

• Diploma Civil Engineering from a recognized institution
• Proficiency in computer applications
• Meet the requirements of Chapter six of the constitution

Competencies and skills

• Report writing skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Good communication skills

An officer at this level shall report to a senior officer.

Duties and Responsibilities

• To supervise specific projects for construction and maintenance of roads and bridges
• Supervise maintenance/ construction of roads and civil works within the jurisdiction of the Road Unit(s).
• Supervise all staff stationed at construction site(s) and road units such as overseers, Inspectors, Plant operators, drivers and artisans.
• Supervise selection of suitable construction materials for Roads and Civil works.
• Supervise construction fleet of equipment, plant and vehicles deployed at various construction sites and road Units.
• Make requisitions for materials, fuels, oils and tools in respective Units.
• Supervise construction fleet of equipment, plant and vehicles deployed at construction sites
• Prepare and maintain muster rolls and pay sheets
• Compile work progress reports for road works.
• Prepare log sheets, work tickets and daily activities sheets
• Ensure safety of equipment and personnel at construction sites.
• Prepare work progress reports.
• Arrange for material testing
• Ensure correct standards are maintained in construction site
• Ensure all existing construction by-laws are followed/ adhered to
• Control of construction material usage
• Promote public values and principles
• Mentoring and coaching