Overview

TANROADS Job Vacancies – January 2025

The Tanzania National Roads Agency (TANROADS) is tasked with the responsibility of maintaining and developing the Trunk and Regional Roads Network in Tanzania Mainland. It is also in charge of conducting axle load control operations using weighbridge scales.

The Regional Manager of TANROADS Songwe, on behalf of the Chief Executive of TANROADS, is looking for suitably qualified and competent Tanzanians to fill vacant posts available for the project of upgrading the Isongole II-Kasumulu-Ipyana-Katumba, Songwe Regional Road (114.3 KM), including the Ndembo-Isoko spur road (5.914 KM) and Muungano-Ipyana Section (0.658 KM) to Bitumen Standard Lot 1: Isongole II Ndembo Section (46.5 KM), including Ndembo-Isoko Spur road (5.914 KM). TANROADS intends to recruit qualified and competent staff for specified contracts on the aforementioned projects in the following fields.

Job Listings

  1. Resident Engineer – 1 Post
    • Entry Qualifications:
      • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, or equivalent qualification from a recognised institution. Must be registered with ERB as a professional engineer and have a current practicing certificate. A postgraduate qualification in civil engineering is an added advantage.
      • At least 10 years of cumulative working experience in road and bridge construction designs, supervision, and contract management/administration under FIDIC Conditions of Contract.
      • Must have served as a resident engineer or in an equivalent capacity in at least three (3) road construction projects of similar nature in the last 10 years.
      • Proficiency in written and spoken English is mandatory.
    • Duties and Responsibilities:
      • Head the site staff and be responsible for all technical and administrative aspects on site.
      • Supervise the contractor on-site and manage work plans for the project.
      • Manage quality control, project contracts, and prepare monthly progress reports.
      • Process contractor invoices and facilitate payments.
      • Prepare and attend regular site meetings, preparing minutes and monitoring the implementation of social and environmental impact mitigation measures.
      • Keep updated records, including reports, work diaries, correspondences, instructions to contractors, test records, measurement and quantity calculations, payment records, and all other relevant documents.
      • Perform other duties as assigned by the project manager (PM).
  2. Materials Engineer – 1 Post
    • Entry Qualifications:
      • Must be a Tanzanian citizen with a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or equivalent qualifications from a recognised institution. Must be registered with ERB as a professional engineer and have a current practicing license.
      • A postgraduate qualification in geotechnical/pavement engineering is an added advantage.
      • At least 7 years of working experience in related supervision of roads and bridges construction, materials testing, soils investigations, and pavement constructions.
      • Must have served in a similar capacity in at least two (2) projects of similar nature in the past 7 years.
      • Fluency in written and spoken Swahili and English is mandatory.
    • Duties and Responsibilities:
      • Supervise the laboratory and ensure specifications are strictly applied.
      • Implement QA/QC procedures in the project and ensure the entire quality checklist is effectively implemented.
      • Inspect, test, and approve all materials and completed works for compliance with technical specifications.
      • Ensure proper calibration of all testing equipment in the laboratories.
      • Oversee storage, labelling, and organisation of all approved material samples.
      • Prepare daily reports on materials, work approved, and inventories.
      • Advise the resident engineer on materials applications and quality control.
  3. Highway Engineer – 1 Post
    • Entry Qualifications:
      • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Highway Engineering, Transport Engineering, Structural Engineering, or equivalent qualifications from a recognised institution. Must be registered with ERB as a professional engineer.
      • At least 7 years of working experience in a related field, with at least 3 projects of similar nature.
    • Duties and Responsibilities:
      • Supervise the contractor on-site and manage force account operations.
      • Manage work plans, quality control, and project contracts.
      • Prepare monthly progress reports and process contractor invoices.
      • Prepare and attend regular site meetings, ensuring proper documentation.
      • Monitor the implementation of social and environmental impact mitigation measures in consultation with the environmental specialist of TANROADS.
      • Perform other related duties as assigned by the resident engineer.
  4. Topographical Surveyor – 1 Post
    • Entry Qualifications:
      • Bachelor’s degree or advanced diploma in land surveying, geomatics, or equivalent qualifications from a recognised institution. Must be registered by NCPS as a professional land surveyor.
      • Postgraduate qualifications in surveying are an added advantage.
      • At least 5 years of cumulative working experience in surveying for the design and/or construction of roads and bridges.
      • Fluency in written and spoken Swahili and English is mandatory.
    • Duties and Responsibilities:
      • Prepare and maintain sketches, maps, and reports of works performed.
      • Review survey data for accuracy, including measurements and calculations.
      • Identify and locate all beacons and benchmarks for the contractor to set out and construct the works.
      • Direct or conduct surveys to establish legal property boundaries.
      • Record the results of surveys, including location, shape, contour, and dimensions.
      • Coordinate findings with engineers, clients, and other stakeholders.
      • Adjust surveying instruments for accuracy and develop criteria for survey methods and procedures.
  5. Works Inspector – Drainage/Structure – 1 Post
    • Entry Qualifications:
      • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent from a recognised institution. Must be registered by ERB as a graduate engineer.
      • At least 3 years of working experience in the related field.
    • Duties and Responsibilities:
      • Review all structural drawings and reports for conformity to the applicable standards and specifications.
      • Inspect and approve materials and completed works for compliance with technical specifications.
      • Prepare progress reports and keep daily records for drainage works.
      • Maintain a site diary with the agreed format.
      • Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.
  6. Works Inspector – Road Works – 1 Post
    • Entry Qualifications:
      • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualifications from a recognised institution. Must be registered by ERB as a graduate engineer.
      • At least 3 years of working experience in roadworks inspection.
    • Duties and Responsibilities:
      • Inspect road works to ensure compliance with technical specifications.
      • Oversee the implementation of QA/QC procedures.
      • Keep daily records for contractor’s equipment and personnel.
      • Supervise traffic flow control at the site.
      • Prepare and submit daily progress reports.
      • Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.
  7. Assistant Land Surveyor – 1 Post
    • Entry Qualifications:
      • Diploma in Land Surveying or equivalent from a recognised institution with at least 3 years of working experience.
    • Duties and Responsibilities:
      • Assist in preparing sketches, maps, and reports of works performed.
      • Help review survey data for accuracy.
      • Record results of surveys, including location, contour, and dimensions.
      • Assist with determining specifications for photographic equipment.
      • Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.
  8. CAD Technician – 1 Post
    • Entry Qualifications:
      • Diploma in Civil Engineering, Highway Engineering, Land Surveying, or equivalent from a recognised institution.
      • Certification in CAD training.
      • At least 3 years of working experience in the related field.
    • Duties and Responsibilities:
      • Prepare drawings and sketches in collaboration with other staff for road or bridge design.
      • Liaise with highway engineers for improvements on road/bridge designs.
  9. ICT Officer – 1 Post
    • Entry Qualifications:
      • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualifications from a recognised institution. Must be registered with ERB as a professional engineer with a current practicing license.
      • A postgraduate qualification in Bridge/Structural Engineering is an added advantage.
      • At least 7 years of cumulative working experience in related supervision and/or design of construction of bridges/structures.
      • Fluency in written and spoken Swahili and English is mandatory.
    • Duties and Responsibilities:
      • Review structural drawings and reports for conformity to standards and specifications.
      • Inspect and approve construction materials for compliance with technical specifications.
      • Keep records of reports, diaries, correspondences, instructions to contractors, and any other matters related to drainage structures.
      • Approve measured quantities of drainage works.
      • Prepare and submit mini progress reports.
      • Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.
  10. Economist II – 1 Post
    • Entry Qualifications:
      • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualifications from a recognised institution. Must be registered with ERB as a professional engineer with a current practicing license.
      • A postgraduate qualification in Bridge/Structural Engineering is an added advantage.
      • At least 7 years of cumulative working experience in related supervision or design of bridges/structures.
      • Fluency in written and spoken Swahili and English is mandatory.
    • Duties and Responsibilities:
      • Review structural drawings and reports for compliance with standards and specifications.
      • Inspect and approve construction materials for compliance with technical specifications.
      • Keep and maintain records, including reports, diaries, correspondences, and instructions.
      • Approve measured quantities of drainage works.
      • Prepare and submit mini progress reports.
      • Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
  11. Accounts Officer II – 1 Post
    • Entry Qualifications:
      • Bachelor’s degree or advanced diploma in accountancy, finance, commerce, or business administration, with a major in accountancy or finance from a recognised institution.
      • Alternatively, an Intermediate Certificate (Module D) from NBAA or other qualifications recognised by NBAA.
    • Duties and Responsibilities:
      • Prepare financial budgets and collect income.
      • Prepare payments, financial reports, and record financial transactions.
      • Maintain and update the Fixed Asset Register.
      • Undertake annual stocktaking.
      • Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.
  12. Office Management Secretary – 1 Post
    • Entry Qualifications:
      • Diploma in Secretarial Studies or equivalent qualifications from recognised institutions.
      • At least 2 years of relevant working experience.
    • Duties and Responsibilities:
      • Maintain an office diary.
      • Prepare correspondence and reports.
      • Facilitate site meetings and attend visitors.
      • Handle office phone calls.
      • Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Important Dates

  • Application Deadline: 24th January 2025, by 16:30 hours.

Salary and Benefits

  • Salary: TANROADS Salary scale, with additional site allowances as per TANROADS Incentive Policy.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should send their applications by email to [email protected], with the following documents attached:

  • Signed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Certified copies of relevant education and professional certificates
  • Names and contact information of two reputable referees
  • The subject line of the email should be: TANROADS Application – [Position Title]

Ensure that all documents are enclosed and the application is submitted before the deadline.

Conclusion

TANROADS is offering a wide range of exciting career opportunities for individuals with the necessary qualifications and experience. If you are passionate about contributing to infrastructure development and the growth of Tanzania’s road network, we encourage you to apply before the deadline.

To apply for this job email your details to rm-songwe@tanroads.go.tz