TANZANIA AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY CENTRE JOBS OCT 2013

13.0 TANZANIA AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY CENTRE -
NYUMBU

Tanzania Automotive Technology Centre (TATC), synonymously known as “Shirika la Nyumbu”, was formally established on 14th December 1985, through a

Presidential Order, made under the Public Corporations Act 1969, as repealed and replaced by the Public Corporations Act 1992 and amended under the Public Corporations (Amendment) Act 1993. TATC mission is to develop a reputable capacity for automotive engineering by conducting research and innovation, technology transfer and quality assurance services.

TATC is wholly owned by the Government of the United Republic of Tanzania through the Treasury Registrar, with the Ministry of Defense and National Service (MoDNS) as custodian on behalf of the government and TPDF as the main stakeholder.

13.1 CHIEF MAITENANCE ENGINEER – (1 POST) RE-ADVERTISED

13.1.1 REPORTS TO: DIRECTOR OF TECHNOLOGY DISSEMINATION

13.1.2 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Initiates and implements preventive maintenance schedule covering all plants, equipment and vehicle belonging to the Corporation,

• Coordinates repair services for plant, equipment and vehicles for smooth function of the production and operational departments,

• Ensures that environmental safety conditions for the Corporation are adhered to by liaising with relevant corporate bodies responsible with industrial safety,

• Ensures industrial safety by identification of hazardous working conditions and ensuring availability of appropriate safety gear and firefighting equipment,

• Coordinates all installation works of plant and machinery and ensures their proper functioning,

• Ensures readily availability of plant and machinery for production activities through corrective and preventive maintenance and

• Prepares plants and vehicles maintenance plans and ensures their timely execution.

13.1.3 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelors degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical) plus a minimum of ten (10) years working experience in Plant and Machinery Service three (3) years of which must be at senior management level.

• Postgraduate qualification in Engineering with a bias in plant maintenance, installation and safety, or equivalent qualifications would be an added advantage.

• The incumbent must demonstrate leadership qualities and foster an atmosphere for maximum output from subordinates.
• Must be registered with Engineering Board (ERB) as Professional Engineer
• Computer skills are essential

13.1.4 REMUNERATION

• Attractive remuneration package in accordance with the Institution’s salary scale
PGSS 19.

13.2 PRINCIPAL METROLOGY TECHNICIAN – (1 POST) RE-ADVERTISED

13.2.1 REPORTS TO: QUALITY ASSURANCE ENGINEER

13.2.2 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Participates in job/project planning,
• Gives recommendations on improvement of working conditions,

• Prepares and conducts Inter-laboratory Proficiency Testing schemes (IPTs) and PT sample preparation,
• Approves laboratory report for external customers and consultancy services,

• Prepares and maintains of the Laboratory environment to meet certification and Accreditation Criteria,

• Generates inspection reports on all measured items and submits to the laboratory Engineer for approval and

• Performs in-process checks of all measuring equipment being used in the workshop for accuracy and repeatability of measurement.


13.2.3 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Laboratory Technician Certificate in metrology laboratory practices from a recognized institution.

• At least fifteen (15) years working experience in reputable laboratory. OR
• Diploma in metrology laboratory practices from a recognized institution.
• At least nine (9) years working experience in reputable laboratory.

13.2.4 REMUNERATION

• Attractive remuneration package in accordance with the Institution’s salary scale
PGSS 16

13.3 PRINCIPAL MANUFACTURING TECHNICIAN – (1 POST) RE-ADVERTISED

13.3.1 REPORTS TO: PRODUCTION ENGINEER
13.3.2 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists Engineers and Technicians in their projects to obtain cost effective machining method,
• Assists the Foreman in estimating man-hours for costing purposes,

• Establishes critical paths from flow charts as a basis of establishing work completion dates,
• Trains and supervise junior Technicians,
• Prepare plans for execution of research projects,
• Assist research officers in execution of projects and
• Lead in the upholding of workshop safety practices.

13.3.3 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Full Technician Certificate (FTC) in Mechanical Engineering from recognized Institution.

• At least fifteen (15) years working experience as Technician in a reputable R&D manufacturing organization,
OR
• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from recognized Institution

• At least nine (9) years working experience as Technician in a reputable R&D manufacturing organization.

13.3.4 REMUNERATION

• Attractive remuneration package in accordance with the Institution’s salary scale PGSS 16

13.4 SENIOR OFFICE ASSISTANT II – (1 POST) RE-ADVERTISED
13.4.1 REPORTS TO: OFFICE SUPERVISOR
13.4.2 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Assistant to perform clerical duties,

• Delivers messages, mails, files and other communications in and out of offices,

• Performs cleanliness and tidiness of office premises and equipments,
• Undertakes files movement between offices,
• Collects and distribute stationeries and office supplies,
• Executes minor land scarping around buildings and play grounds,
• Opens office doors in time and close them after office hours and
• Cleans office machines, equipment, hospital wards and other places.

13.4.3 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
• Form IV certificate with pass in Kiswahili and English language.

• Certificate in office assistance/management from National Accredited Institution and computer knowledge is an added advantage.
• Must have three (3) years working experience.

13.4.4 REMUNERATION

• Attractive remuneration package in accordance with the Institution’s salary scale PGSS 5

AGE LIMIT: Not above 35 years old


NB: GENERAL CONDITIONS

i. All applicants must be Citizens of Tanzania and not above 45 years old, however, should also observe the age limit for each position where indicated.

ii. Applicants must attach an up-to-date current Curriculum Vitae (CV) having
reliable contact postal address, e-mail address and telephone numbers.

iii. Applicants should apply on the strength of the information given in this advertisement.

iv. The title of the position and institution applied for should be written in the subject of the application letter and marked on the envelope; short of which will make the application invalid.

v. Applicants must attach their detailed relevant certified copies of Academic certificates:

- Postgraduate/Degree/Advanced Diploma/Diploma/Certificates.

- Postgraduate/Degree/Advanced Diploma/Diploma transcripts.

- Form IV and Form VI National Examination Certificates.

- Computer Certificate

- Professional certificates from respective boards

- One recent passport size picture and birth certificate.

vi. FORM IV AND FORM VI RESULTS SLIPS ARE STRICTLY NOT ACCEPTED

vii. Testimonials, Partial transcripts and results slips will not be accepted.

viii. Presentation of forged academic certificates and other information in the CV will necessitate to legal action

ix. Applicants for senior positions currently employed in the public service should route their application letters through their respective employers.

x. Applicants for entry levels currently employed in the Public Service should not apply, they have to adhere to Government Circular Na. CAC. 45/257/01/D/140 dated 30th November, 2010.

xi. Applicants who have/were retired from the Public Service for whatever reason should not apply.

xii. Applicants should indicate three reputable referees with their reliable contacts.

xiii. Certificates from foreign examination bodies for ordinary or advanced level education should be certified by The National Examination Council of Tanzania (NECTA)

xiv. Certificates from foreign Universities should be verified by The Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU)

xv. Dead line for application is 15th October, 2013 at 3:30 p.m

xvi. Applicants with special needs/case (disability) are supposed to indicate

xvii. Women are highly encouraged to apply

xviii. Only short listed candidates will be informed on a date for interview

xix. Application letters should be written in Swahili or English

xx. APPLICATION LETTERS SHOULD BE POSTED TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS. HAND DELIVERY IS NOT ACCEPTABLE:

Secretary OR Katibu
Public Service Recruitment Sekretarieti  ya  Ajira  katika
Secretariat, Utumishi wa Umma
P. O. Box 63100 S. L. P 63100,
DAR ES SALAAM. DAR ES SALAAM.