THE REGIONAL MANAGER, TANROADS – NJOMBE is responsible for the day-to-day management of the Tanzania Mainland’s Trunk and Regional Roads Network. Its primary functions include the management and development works, operations of the network, axle load control, the implementation of road safety, environmental measures and provision of advice on the strategic framework, policies and plans for the road sector.

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.

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: SHIFT IN-CHARGE (2 POSTS)

POSITION RELATIONSHIP

The successful candidate will report to the Axle Load Control Supervisor.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Enforcement of Road Traffic Axle Load Control by the use of Weighbridge Scale Devices
• Overall supervision of Shift Activities.

DUTIES:

Carrying out activities as described in the Roads Traffic (maximum weight of vehicle)

Regulations, 2001. The activities include the following:

• Weigh Motor Vehicles of Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) > 3,500kg plying on our Public Roads;
• If the vehicle is found overloaded the operator should impose road damage fees on the spot;
• 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 special permit;
• Observe good customer care, dignity and integrity;
• Report all matters to the Regional Manager;
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Regional Manager.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS:

• Age: Not not below 35 years of Age.
• Educational Minimum Qualification; Holder of 1^st Degree in any Profession, 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;

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 24 MONTHS CONTRACT RENEWABLE

REMUNERATION: ACCORDING TO TANROADS SALARY SCALE: TRS 5.1

• Any person with unresolved criminal offence need not apply
• Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview.
• Transport costs to the interview venue will not be refunded