Assistant Parish Manager (Level 5)

Summary

The National Works Agency, an Executive Agency of the Government of Jamaica, is seeking suitably qualified individuals for the under-mentioned position. Assistant Parish Manager (Level 5) 💰Salary: $3,501,526 JMD per annum

Responsibilities

• • Advise the Parish Manager on all activities within the assigned road section.
• • Accountable for the achievement of the Agency's target within the road sections.
• • Represent the Agency at official functions/meetings assigned by the Parish Manager.
• • Prepare work plans/itineraries for agreed periods.
• • Prepare periodic reports on all infrastructure activities about road sections.
• • Conduct site visits, inspections of bridges, quarries, drainage structures, and retaining walls.
• • Maintain a current database of parish infrastructure inventory in the assigned area.
• • Investigate complaints, accidents, or nuisances affecting the public caused by the Agency's activities or factors affecting the agency's business.
• • Review the performance of contractors and make recommendations.
• • Liaise with contractors/suppliers to ensure that the Agency's requirements are clearly understood and observed.
• • Participate in local emergency strategies.
• • Provide technical advice to clients and stakeholders within the parish.

Qualifications

• • Diploma in Construction Management or equivalent.
• • Specialized training in Contract Management, Road Maintenance, Bridge Inspection, and other related areas.
• • Working knowledge of procurement procedures.
• • 3 - 5 years in the road construction sector.

Additional Information and Instructions

Submitted application in writing no later than Tuesday, May 13, 2025, to: Manager, Personnel and Industrial Relations National Works Agency 140 Maxfield Avenue Kingston 10 OR 📧 Email: Recruitment@nwa.gov.jm 📜 N.B. Please include the job title in the subject line of your email. The Agency thanks all applicants. Only individuals short-listed will be contacted.

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