Norwegian Church Aid/EthiopiaVacancy Announcement Position: Chief DrillerJob Summary• Reporting to the Emergency WASH Advisor, the Chief Driller will be responsible for the drilling of shallow wells and deep wells in Dawa zone. The drilling of shallow well and deep wells includes the follow up of the drilling machine and compressor service , ensure the drilling machine and the drilling bit and other materials are in a position to complete the drilling of the intended wells and facilitate the procurement of materials, the mobilization of materials to the drilling sites, drilling of shallow wells in consultation with the geologist, installation of surface casing, installation of casings as per the advice of the geologist, installation of the hand pumps and facilitate the construction of head works.Key Responsibilities• Serve as the focal point person for all activities related to drilling of shallow wells and deep wells;• Coordinate the mobilization of drilling machine including compressor, drilling bit, drilling cylinder and casings and other required materials for the drilling of shallow wells and deep wells;• Initiate the procurement of materials and equipment for the drilling of shallow wells and deep wells, and the service of the drilling machine and compressor and ensure the quality of the service;• Coordinate with the community representatives or WASH Cos, government representatives and geologist for the drilling of shallow wells;• Drilling of the shallow well to the target depth in consultation with the government geologist;• Installation of surface casing, blind casing and screen casings;• Conduct the well pump test and Collect water quality samples in coordination with the woreda water offices or zonal water office staff and facile the water quality test;• Installation of the hand pump and the construction of the shallow well;• Provide update about the drilling of shallow wells and deep well to the supervisor;• Facilitate in working with relevant partners government sector offices;• Participate in other WASH activities as assigned by the supervisor;• Prepare and submit the well completion report;• Establish positive relationship with partners and other stakeholders through effective communication;• Undertake any other duties as appropriate and within the post holders’ capabilities.Duty Station: Based in Addis Ababa with frequent travel to Dawa ZoneHow to Apply• Interested applicants are required to submit their non-returnable application with CV and other supportive documents to:Hand Deliver to Norwegian Church Aid Ethiopia office located at Wello Sefer, Ethio-China Friendship Avenue, in front of Tebaber Berta Residence.N.B:• Closing date: January 29, 2020• Enquiry by phone is not accepted.• Only short-listed applicants will be contacted via telephone.• Please indicate the job title you are applying for on the top of the envelope.• NCA is an equal opportunity organization.• Qualified women applicants are highly encouraged

Diploma

Job Requirement
• Diploma or Advanced Diploma in General Mechanic or Auto mechanic and other related fields;
• 5+ Professional experiences as Chief Driller in drilling of shallow wells and deep well using different drilling machines and coordinate the drilling crew;
• Commitment to NCA’s mission- Improve the quality of life through health interventions and related activities that build local capacity;
• Preferable to use Office Word, and Excel;
• Able to live and work with a multicultural team under difficult conditions.

5-10 years