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Post Title: Supervisor (La Digue)

Division: Wastewater

Job Description

Purpose:

To supervise daily operations, maintenance and projects for the sewerage treatment plant, pump stations and sewer network, and ensure work is safe, compliant and to engineering standards.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise Technicians and field staff in STP operations, pump station maintenance, network maintenance and new connections.
• Ensure the STP, pump stations, plant and equipment operate continuously, safely and within operating limits.
• Supervise planned maintenance and breakdown work, and optimise use of PUC resources and outside hiring for breakdowns and scheduled works.
• Attend emergency breakdowns during normal and after working hours.
• Ensure health and safety measures are implemented at all times, and plant and equipment are in good working order.
• Advise Engineers and Assistant Engineers on required materials and spares.
• Supervise network maintenance jobs and installation of new connections.
• Supervise projects by contractors related to the sewerage network.
• Ensure quality control measures are implemented and work is carried out as per engineering specifications and design.
• Monitor progress of sewerage projects through site visits as instructed by the immediate supervisor.
• Prepare plan and execute infiltration survey to identify major infiltration into the PUC sewerage network.
• Carry out survey for the infiltration programme and map infiltration points on the network.
• Carry out topographic surveys of existing sewerage networks and auxiliaries.
• Survey and inspect sewer pipe extensions, and negotiate with customers for wayleaves
• Prepare detailed drawings using AutoCAD and manual techniques for sewerage projects and auxiliary structures.
• Prepare estimated bill of quantities for minor sewerage project works.
• Prepare and maintain records and as-built drawings of sewerage works undertaken by PUC.
• Carry out research and obtain cadastral plans for preparation of construction drawings.
• Carry out research to identify ownership of property falling under a sewerage project area.
• Liaise with landowners and relevant authorities to obtain wayleave agreements for sewerage network extensions, diversions and other structures.
• Assist with information to prepare and submit planning applications for sewerage projects.
• Able to work shifts, weekends, public holidays and emergency call-outs as required.

Job Requirements

Qualification and Experience

• Diploma in Civil Engineering, Surveying, Wastewater Engineering, Water Engineering, or a related field, or
  equivalent relevant experience.
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in sewerage and wastewater operations, network maintenance, surveying, or construction supervision.
• Experience in supervising staff, contractors and field works
• Proficient in AutoCAD, surveying instruments and basic computer applications
• Valid driving licence would be an advantage

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of sewerage networks, pumping stations, sewerage treatment plant (STP) processes and activated sludge systems.
• Understanding of sewer construction, pipe laying, network maintenance and quality control procedures.
• Ability to interpret surveying data, wayleave information, cadastral plans and as-built drawings.
  Knowledge of infiltration surveys, sewer network inspections and network mapping.
• Understanding of chemical dosing, sludge handling, UV disinfection and basic sampling and testing procedures.
• Basic knowledge of plant instrumentation, operational alarms and troubleshooting of equipment and systems.
• Knowledge of occupational health and safety requirements, environmental protection measures and pollution prevention practices.
• Ability to plan and supervise operational and maintenance activities, maintain accurate records and prepare reports.

How To Apply

Interested candidates should Sign-up or login to apply now or should forward their applications on the prescribed form (which can be downloaded from the PUC website www.puc.sc or collected at the Reception Desk at Maison De Malavois, Bois De Rose Avenue or at the PUC Praslin Office, Baie Ste Anne), with a covering letter including certificates and references to:

The Human Resources Manager

Public Utilities Corporation

Maison De Malavois

PO Box 174

Mahé

or via email to [email protected] not later than: Wednesday 18th November 2026.

Note:

In order to increase your chances of a successful selection, kindly ensure that your application is complete and that all relevant information such as your qualifications have been provided with your application.   Otherwise, the Employer reserves the right not to consider your application for selection.