Topographer / Survey Engineer Specialist

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Job Summary

MAIN PURPOSE

Ensure the marking and placement of all structures (buildings, networking and all types of needed structures), for the construction teams to start their works. The activities include all land surveys and mapping

Coordinate, implement and supervise, ensuring all technical aspects (structures properly placed, records are kept, maps are updated) for the construction works to according to schedule under the supervision of the Logistics Team Leader.

Duties & Responsibilities

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

-       Locating and siting the structure / building / infrastructures on the basis of land registry documents and surveying the characteristic points of the terrain

-       Drawing up of layout plans, then setting out the buildings and structures in their setting

-       Prepare and maintain sketches, maps and reports of surveys in order to describe, certify, and assume liability for work performed

-       Verify the accuracy of survey data, including measurements and calculations conducted at survey sites

-       Develop as-built drawings to all changes made to the Masterplan and layouts of buildings and networking structures

-       Ensure the physical organization of equipment and tools used in land survey activities (Stock inventories; receiving, processing and quality control of orders; Check that the amounts received are recorded)

-       Give regular feedback to the line manager and report directly any issue or incident

-       In order to ensure the coverage of the human resources needs and maintain high standards of quality, organise and coordinate the activities of team supervised (week’s schedule, absences, etc.), communicate with the HR Admin department all relevant information in due time, evaluate performance, define and ensure the needs for training

-       Perform hands on tasks as part of the team whenever required or needed in order to optimize the resources and to contribute with his/her knowledge and experience

-       Participate in monthly reports according to guidelines 

Job Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education

-       University degree in Geodesy Engineering or Topography

-       Proficient user of MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) essential

-       Proficient user of AutoCAD drawing program essential

Experience

-       Other experience in similar position for at least 3-4 years (marking and placement of construction structures) essential

-       MSF experience desirable

Languages

-       Dari/Pashtu: oral and written essential

-       English: oral and written essential

Working hours and Salary

Working hours: Full Time 40 hours a week: 5 days a week

Salary: The gross salary for this position is 51,200 AFN (non-negotiable)

Contract duration: 9 months

•  Proficient user of MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) essential 
• Proficient user of AutoCAD drawing program essential 

Submission Guideline

Application

The interested candidates should submit their applications before the 19/02/2020 at 4 pm with the CV, motivation letter, including references details and with supporting documents (certificates, diplomas etc.) to Médecins Sans Frontières, Administration department Kunduz Project via:

-       E-mail : msf-kunduz-admin@msf.org

-       In a sealed envelope at:  Médecins sans Frontières Radio Television Street, District 1, Kunduz City

The reference “Topographer” must be stated in the application to be valid. If you do not clearly state the position for which you are applying & attach the required diploma & other supporting documents, your application may not be considered.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

MSF does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process. All applications are free for all candidates and no one should require any payment or compensation during the recruitment process. May the candidate be asked for any fee, he/she must report to MSF Administration through the recruitment contact. 

Functional Area

Engineering

Countries

Submission Email

msf-kunduz-admin@msf.org

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