Assistant Inspector of Works

Jacobs; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 300,000 - 460,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking an Inspector of Works for a public housing development in North District. You will ensure structural integrity and safety, attend pre-handover inspections, and monitor workmanship and testing to meet project requirements.

Requires HK qualifications in Civil/Structural/Geotechnical Eng., bilingual English/Chinese, and several years of relevant experience. On-site full-time role with safety-focused responsibilities and documentation duties.

Qualifications

• Higher Diploma or Higher Certificate in Civil, Structural or Geotechnical Engineering from HK institutions.
• English and Chinese language proficiency at Level 2+ (DSEE/HKCEE equivalent).
• Minimum 5 years relevant experience if non-degree holder, or 2 years post-qualification if degree holder.
• Qualification and experience to meet TCP grade T3 requirements.

Responsibilities

• Arrange and attend all pre-handover and handover inspections.
• Inspect defects and outstanding works at completion.
• Vet Environmental Management Plan (EMP) and compile inspection reports.
• Check site safety, security and environmental measures.
• Monitor for unavailable technical approvals before inspections proceed.
• Maintain site and inspection records; assist in supervision plan.
• Coordinate with Direct Testing Contractor (DTC) and MTMU for materials testing.
• Participate in safety auditing.

Skills

English and Chinese proficiency

Safety awareness

Education

Higher Diploma/Certificate in Civil/Structural/Geotechnical Eng.

Job description

At Jacobs, we’re challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission‑critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting‑edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

As an Inspector of Works for building works on a public housing development project in North District, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the structural integrity and safety of the buildings in this development. We are currently seeking a candidate with the necessary expertise and responsibilities to fulfill the position.

• Arrange and attend all pre‑handover and handover inspections.
• Carry out inspection of defects and outstanding works at completion of the Works.
• Assist in vetting the Environmental Management Plan (EMP) and carry out inspections according to the EMP, and compile inspection reports;
• Check site safety, security and environmental protection measures;
• Monitor and report immediately any unavailable technical approvals before the inspections of works to be covered up.
• Maintain and update site record and inspection record;
• Assist in preparing Supervision Plan;
• Conduct site supervision, inspection and checking;
• To work with and monitor the performance of Direct Testing Contractor (DTC) and Material Testing Management Unit (MTMU) for construction materials and works quality testing.
• Participate in safety auditing.

Here's what you'll need

• Higher Diploma or Higher Certificate in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or Geotechnical Engineering from Hong Kong Polytechnic University/Polytechnic, the Hong Kong Institute of Vocational Education/Technical College/Technical Institute, or an equivalent institution.
• Language proficiency requirements Level 2 or above in Chinese Language and English Language in the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education Examination (DSEE) or Hong Kong Certificate of Education Examination (HKCEE), or equivalent.
• For non‑degree holders, A minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience, of which 3 years must be post‑qualification or for Bachelor’s degree holders, A minimum of 2 years’ post‑qualification relevant experience as an Assistant Inspector of Works.
• Proficiency in English and Chinese languages
• The qualification and experience shall comply with the requirement of TCP grade T3 as shown on Table 2 of Technical Memorandum for Supervision Plans 2009.

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