Overview
Provide technical supervision and quality assurance for the implementation of solar-powered irrigation and water infrastructure systems. Support supervision of borehole drilling, aquifer testing, irrigation infrastructure installation, civil works, and water storage and distribution systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise sites and work, check layout, line, and levels against construction drawings, Borehole drilling, construction, aquifer testing and solar-powered pumping system installation, water storage and distribution infrastructure, civil works, drip irrigation:
- Ensure all construction conforms to specifications, codes of practice, and quality standards, including material testing (e.g., concrete tests).
- Monitor the contractor’s work program, identify delays, and ensure compliance with the schedule.
- Prepare daily, weekly, or monthly progress reports on activities, resources, and site conditions.
- Enforce site safety regulations, health conditions, and environmental safeguards.
- Interpret technical drawings, resolve technical challenges on-site, and liaise with the contractor’s team.
- Assist in measuring of completed works to support the contract manager.
- Ensure full compliance with Ghana national safety standards and project timelines.
- Prepare quarterly progress reports and a comprehensive end-of-assignment report.
Required Experience
At least five (5) years of relevant field experience in solar irrigation management, water systems installation, borehole drilling, irrigation infrastructure, or related civil/water infrastructure works. At least two (2) years of the above experience must be in site supervision of similar infrastructure projects, including supervision of contractors, quality control, review of technical specifications/drawings, and monitoring of works against approved timelines.
Qualifications
Advanced University degree from an institution recognized by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/UNESCO in Irrigation/Civil /Geology, Agricultural/ Water resource/Mechanical/Electrical/Civil Engineering or related field. Registered engineer with a recognized professional body.
