Building Services Inspector / Clerk of Works

Hospital Authority; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 658,000 - 993,000; Full time

Job summary

Hospital Authority is seeking a Building Services Inspector / Clerk of Works to support major capital works projects in Hong Kong. The role involves leading site technical staff, supervising contractors, and ensuring conformity with drawings and contracts while maintaining thorough site records.

Applicants should possess a diploma or higher certificate in Building Studies or Building Services, with at least eight years of relevant experience and a valid safety certificate.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Higher Certificate in Building Studies or Building Services / Electrical / Mechanical Engineering from a recognized institution.
• 8 years of relevant experience.
• Valid Construction Industry Safety Training Certificate (Green Card).
• Grade E or above in Chinese Language and English Language (HKCEE) or Level 2+ in HKDSE.
• Formal safety and health training.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
• Able to work independently under minimal supervision.
• Experience in public works projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist in leading site technical staff in managing day-to-day building matters.
• Provide technical assistance on management of major capital works projects.
• Monitor progress of site works and control of materials and workmanship.
• Provide technical support to project works related to building services.
• Supervise and monitor performance of contractors and other parties.
• Coordinate with safety officers and ensure site safety compliance.
• Maintain site records and submit monthly returns.
• Prepare and submit inspection and progress reports and monthly summaries.
• Carry out routine inspections for conformity with drawings, specifications and contracts.
• Administer defects and outstanding works.
• Monitor environmental, health and safety aspects of contractor works and report non-compliance.
• Attend emergency calls and typhoon duties as required.
• Perform other duties to facilitate capital works projects.

Skills

Building services

Safety training

Project coordination

Communication skills

Contractor supervision

AutoCAD

MS Office

Education

Diploma or Higher Certificate in Building Studies/Building Services/Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Project)

Job description

Building Services Inspector / Clerk of Works (REF. NO.: HO2601015)

Rank: Building Services Inspector

Pay: HK$58,922 to HK$88,971 [HGPS point 24 to 33] per month including Monthly Allowance

Up to 15% of total basic salary (after deducting the contribution of Mandatory Provident Fund by Hospital Authority) as end-of-contract gratuity may be offered to contract staff upon completion of the contract subject to satisfactory performance.

Key Responsibilities:

The appointee will assist Senior Managers, Managers, Employer’s Representatives and the Consultant Team in the project management of major capital works projects with technical advisory support. Major duties are:

• Assist in leading site technical staff in managing and tackling all day-to-day building related matters.
• Provide technical assistance on management of major capital works projects.
• Assist in monitoring progress of site works and controlling of works materials and workmanships.
• Provide technical support to project works in relation to all building works.
• Supervise and monitor the performance of contractors and other parties.
• Coordinate with Safety Officers of contractors, Safety Auditor of consultants and other parties for monitoring site safety.
• Maintain a site record of the daily activities on site and submit monthly returns to relevant parties.
• Assist in preparing and submitting inspection and progress reports and monthly summary.
• Carry out routine inspections of the building works / building service works and check for conformity with the drawings, specifications and contract requirements, and report all unsatisfactory works.
• Assist in administering defects and outstanding works.
• Monitor all environmental, health and safety aspects of the contractors’ works. Report all non-compliance of safety procedures immediately to the contractor’s representative and the project team, and record this in the site records.
• Work according to duty roster, attend emergency calls and perform typhoon duties.
• Perform any other duties as required to facilitate implementation of capital works projects of the division including site supervision of construction works.

Entry Requirements:

• A Diploma or Higher Certificate in Building Studies or Building Services / Electrical / Mechanical Engineering from a Hong Kong Polytechnic / Hong Kong Polytechnic University / Hong Kong Technical College / Hong Kong Technical Institute / Hong Kong Institute of Vocational Education, or equivalent.
• 8 years of relevant experience.
• Obtained valid Construction Industry Safety Training Certificate (Green Card).
• (a) Grade E or above in Chinese Language and English Language (Syllabus B) in HKCEE. OR (b) Level 2 or above in Chinese Language and English Language in HKDSE.
• Formal training in occupational safety and health.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
• Responsible, self-motivated and able to work independently under minimal supervision.
• Outgoing and able to work under pressure and stressful situation.
• Knowledge of other common office automation (e.g. e-mail, Internet/Intranet, MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Project, AutoCAD and other MS Office applications, etc.)
• Practical experience in public works projects.
• For Building Services Inspector

At least 4 years of working experience in the capacity of Assistant Building Services Inspector, or equivalent.

Remarks:

• Please refer to https://www.ha.org.hk/haho/ho/hrd_jv/NotestoApplicants.pdf for “Notes to Applicants”.
• Selected candidates may be required to work in shifts other work locations in and/or outside HA, depending on services/operational needs.

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