Construction Technician (Consultancy) at JAZA Energy Tanzania

The Construction Technician is responsible with assessing assigned sites for identifying possible service locations for setting up a Jaza Hub or Shop, leasing the service location, renovating and installing all necessary assets for the acquisition complete process.

The Construction Technician plays a critical role in translating validated sites into operational Jaza locations, maintaining high-quality standards while meeting acquisition targets.

Accountabilities:

• Ensure that all sites assigned to them are visited and assessed to identify possible service location for setting up Jaza Hub or Shop
• Perform all necessary steps identified for the acquisition of a site (site assessment, leasing, renovation and Installation
• Through following the well outlined steps in the acquisition process keep the rework rate for any acquisition actions at ≤5%.
• Ensure that quality standards are observed and maintained for the site acquisition, renovation, and installation processes
• Manage relationships with vendors, contractors, and landlords across the region

Responsibilities:

Site Assessment and Leasing Process:

• Visit sites and fill out site assessments for possible service locations approvals
• Negotiate on lease, ensuring to stay within set budget
• Issue lease and ensure proper documentation and filling of all associated paperwork
• Establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders in the leasing process

Renovation and Installation Process:

• Identify and communicate all necessary renovations required for each assessed location
• Identify and communicate on any vendors or contractors required for the process
• Ensure that all quality control protocols are followed and maintained throughout the process of renovation and installation
• Ensure that all company policies on asset request and shipment are followed for installation of a Hub or Shop furniture
• Ensure sites acquired meet structural and safety requirements before commissioning

Quality Assurance:

• Ensure that company set quality standards on the acquisition process are observed 
• Flag any issues that may compromise quality assurance and suggest any possible mitigations
• Ensure all quality assurance documentation has been appropriately filled and submitted
• Maintain the rework rate for acquisition steps at ≤5% by ensuring that all outlined steps for acquisition are followed.

Reporting and Communication:

• Provide regular updates to the Construction Engineer on acquisition progress
• Present acquisition data and insights during expansion team meetings
• Document and report key metrics including sites leased, sites acquired, rework rate and monthly site rental rate.
•  Escalate critical issues that may impact acquisition timelines or quality
• Contribute to the refinement of acquisition criteria and processes

Qualifications

• Diploma in a relevant field such as construction management, civil engineering
• Experience in property management, construction management, or facilities management
• Demonstrated leadership abilities and experience managing teams
• Strong negotiation skills for lease arrangements and vendor contracts
• Knowledge of construction standards and quality control processes
• Excellent project management skills with ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong analytical skills for evaluating site renovation needs and budgets
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Willingness to travel frequently to remote locations