TANROADS (Tanzania National Roads Agency) is responsible for maintaining and developing the Trunk and Regional Roads Network in Tanzania Mainland. The agency also handles Axle Load Control Operations using weighbridge scales. TANROADS is looking for qualified and competent Tanzanians to fill positions available for several projects, including:

  • Upgrading of the Kibondo-Mabamba Road Project to Bitumen Standard
  • Upgrading of Kibondo-Townlink
  • Construction of Malagarasi Span Lower Bridge under World Bank Sponsorship

Available Positions

  1. Position: Resident Engineer – 3 Posts (One for each project)

Entry Qualifications:

  • Tanzanian citizen with a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
  • Registered with ERB as a Professional Engineer with a valid practicing license.
  • Postgraduate qualification in Bridge/Structural Engineering is a plus.
  • At least 7 years of relevant experience, including supervision and/or design of bridges/structures.
  • Experience in similar projects in the past 7 years.
  • Fluency in written and spoken Swahili and English is mandatory.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Assist in preparing sketches, maps, and reports.
  • Review survey data for accuracy, including measurements and calculations.
  • Record results of surveys, such as location, elevation, and dimensions of land or land features.
  • Assist in determining specifications for aerial photography equipment.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.
  1. Position: Structures/Bridge Engineer – 1 Post

Entry Qualifications:

  • Tanzanian citizen with a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
  • Registered with ERB as a Professional Engineer with a valid practicing license.
  • Postgraduate qualification in Civil Engineering is a plus.
  • At least 10 years of experience in road and bridge construction, design, and contract management under FIDIC.
  • Experience as a Resident Engineer or similar role in at least 3 road construction projects in the last 10 years.
  • Proficiency in written and spoken English is required.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Review structural drawings and reports for compliance with standards.
  • Inspect and approve construction materials.
  • Maintain records, including reports, diaries, and correspondence related to drainage structures.
  1. Position: Assistant Land Surveyor – 1 Post (for Bridge Project)

Entry Qualifications:

  • Tanzanian citizen with a Diploma in Land Surveying or equivalent.
  • At least 5 years of relevant experience.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Review survey data for accuracy.
  • Identify and locate all beacons and benchmarks for the contractor.
  • Conduct surveys to establish legal boundaries for properties.
  1. Position: Materials Technician – 1 Post (for Bridge Project)

Entry Qualifications:

  • Tanzanian citizen with a Full Technician Certificate (FTC) or Diploma in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
  • At least 2 years of experience in soil/materials laboratory.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Lead site staff and manage technical and administrative aspects on-site.
  • Oversee quality control and prepare daily progress reports with updated costs for drainage works.
  • Approve quantities of drainage works completed.
  1. Position: Topographical Surveyor – 1 Post (for Bridge Project)

Entry Qualifications:

  • Tanzanian citizen with a Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced Diploma in Land Surveying, Geomatics, or equivalent.
  • Registered by NCPS as a professional Land Surveyor.
  • Postgraduate qualifications in surveying are a plus.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Conduct institution testing and monitor test results.
  • Prepare and update materials testing reports, diaries, and payment records.
  1. Position: CAD Technician – 1 Post (for Bridge Project)

Entry Qualifications:

  • Tanzanian citizen with a Diploma in Civil Engineering, Highway Engineering, Land Surveying, or equivalent.
  • At least 5 years of relevant experience.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Prepare road or bridge design drawings and sketches.
  • Maintain office diaries and prepare correspondence reports.
  1. Position: Works Inspector – Drainage/Structure – 1 Post (for Bridge Project)

Entry Qualifications:

  • Tanzanian citizen with a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
  • Registered with ERB as a Graduate Engineer with at least 3 years of experience.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Supervise laboratory experiments and apply specifications.
  • Ensure QA/QC procedures are followed in the project.
  1. Position: Materials Engineer – 1 Post (for Bridge Project)

Entry Qualifications:

  • Tanzanian citizen with a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
  • Registered with ERB as a Professional Engineer with a current license.
  • Postgraduate qualification in geotechnical/pavement engineering is a plus.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Review structural drawings and reports for compliance with standards.
  • Prepare mini progress reports with updated costs for drainage works.
  1. Position: Works Inspector – Road Works – 2 Posts (1 for Bridge Project and 1 for Kibondo Town-Link)

Entry Qualifications:

  • Tanzanian citizen with a Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
  • Registered with ERB as a Graduate Engineer with at least 3 years of relevant experience.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Inspect road works to ensure compliance with technical specifications.
  • Monitor and ensure the implementation of QA/QC procedures.

Terms of Employment: Specified Contract
Salary: TANROADS Salary scale with site allowances as per TANROADS Incentive Policy.

Application Process

Interested and qualified Tanzanians are invited to submit their applications, including a detailed and signed Curriculum Vitae, certified copies of relevant education and professional certificates, and contact details of two reputable referees.

Submit applications to:

Regional Manager,
TANROADS,
P.O BOX 97,
Kigoma
Email: rm-kigoma@tanroads.go.tz

Closing Date: Applications must be submitted by 16:30 hours on 16 November 2024.