Environmental Health Engineer (Nationals Only)

Environment Medical & Health

Overview

Ensure high-quality implementation of WASH-related infrastructure projects.

You have:

• A university degree in Water Supply Engineering, Civil Engineering, Sanitation Engineering, or a closely related discipline is required
• 2–3 years of progressive experience in planning, implementing, and supervising WASH infrastructure projects, particularly in rural, remote, or conflict-affected areas
• Good knowledge of Engineering design software AutoCAD, Water Gems, Familiarity or experience with SPHERE Standards
• Fluency in Pashto, Dari and English
• Computer skills (including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and internet) an advantage
• Ability to work closely, professionally, and constructively with all others regardless of nationality, ethnicity, gender, religion, race, tribe, or cultural background

Work Arrangement:

Job Description

General Duties

- Ensure high-quality implementation of all WASH-related infrastructure projects, including the establishment of sustainable maintenance systems. - Identify and report infrastructure gaps at project sites, recommending appropriate corrective actions in alignment with Scope of Work (SoW), Bill of Quantities (BoQs), designs, and contract terms. - Collaborate with teams on sanitation and healthcare waste management initiatives as needed. - Coordinate with the supply chain team to track procurement processes and ensure timely delivery of construction materials and equipment. - Conduct regular meetings with contractors, Community Development Councils (CDCs), and school management shuras to review project progress and ensure construction quality. - Conduct meeting with contractors, CDCs and Schools management shuras regarding the progress and quality of construction activities - Lead the selection process for intervention communities in coordination with government stakeholders and other partners. - Lead coordination, technical and facilitation process required for smooth project implementation.

Specific Duties:

- Conduct site surveys, technical assessments, and feasibility studies for water and sanitation infrastructure. - Design and supervise the construction of boreholes, shallow wells, water yard systems, and piped water schemes in line with IRC and donor requirements. - Review and validate engineering drawings, BoQs, and technical documents for all planned construction and rehabilitation works. - Perform water quality testing and analysis at household, health facility, and school levels using standard testing protocols. - Conduct routine field visits to monitor construction activities, ensuring adherence to technical standards, quality control, and health and safety protocols. - Manage contractor performance and ensure accurate and timely processing of invoices. - Lead and document the final handover of infrastructure to communities, including preparation of completion reports and maintenance guidance.

Qualifications

- A university degree in Water Supply Engineering, Civil Engineering, Sanitation Engineering, or a closely related discipline is required

- 2–3 years of progressive experience in planning, implementing, and supervising WASH infrastructure projects, particularly in rural, remote, or conflict-affected areas. - Good knowledge of Engineering design software AutoCAD, Water Gems, Familiarity or experience with SPHERE Standards

- Communication and reporting skills - Fluency in Pashto, Dari and English - Computer skills (including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and internet) an advantage - Ability to work closely, professionally, and constructively with all others regardless of nationality, ethnicity, gender, religion, race, tribe, or cultural background

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Added 1 year ago - Updated 1 year ago - Source: rescue.org