Chief Civil Engineering Technician (Roads) (2 positions)
Engineering Jobs
- City of Harare
- Expires 18 Mar 2026
- Harare
- Full Time
Job Description
GRADE
REPORTING TO : Principal Engineer
LOCATION : Cleveland House
DEPARTMENT : Works
Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill in the above vacancies in the Roads Division of the Department of Works in the City of Harare.
JOB PURPOSE
The incumbents will be responsible for quality control checks of roads and storm water designs from private developers before approval by Principal Engineer and supervision of road construction according to Council standards. Responsible for auditing of construction conformance with design standards and ensuring the interests of the City are observed and adhered to by the Developers.
Duties and Responsibilities
tendering processes, construction supervision and management of a variety of (in-house and private contractors) road projects.
• Conducting road condition inspections/surveys to determine scope of works for road upgrading/rehabilitation interventions to address road defects.
• Preparation of detailed Bills of Quantities for road rehabilitation or new construction.
• Ensuring work is carried out according to City of Harare's Standards or specifications, within the budget and set timelines.
Ensuring compliance with the Occupational Health & Safety guidelines as well as managing projects' impacts on the environment.
Resolving and Processing Contractor's claims, variatio orders and payment certificates.
Supervision and performance management.
• Engagement of stakeholders.
Qualifications and Experience
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
• Higher National Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognized college
• Minimum Three (3) years' working experience in road construction and/or maintenance
Professional Registration with Engineering Council of Zimbabwe as a Technician is an added advantage
• Clean Class 4 Driver's License a must.
How to Apply
City of Harare is an equal opportunities employer.
Applications clearly marked on the envelope with the position being applied for should be addressed to:
The Acting Human Capital Director
City of Harare
P.O. Box 1680
Harare
Or hand deliver to:
Records Office, Basement, Room B32
Rowan Martin Building
Harare
Applications must reach the office not later than 18 March 2026.
For further details visit: www.hararecity.co.zw