Nafasi za Kazi TRC November 2021 TRC Job Opportunities
On behalf of Tanzania Railways Corporation (TRC), Public Service Recruitment
Secretariat invites qualified Tanzanians to fill 353 vacant posts as mentioned below
1.0 TANZANIA RAILWAYS CORPORATION (TRC)
Tanzania Railways Corporation (TRC) was established under the Railway Act No. 10 of
2017 The main objectives of TRC is to provide rail transport services and to develop,
promote and manage rail infrastructure.
1.1 COMMERCIAL OFFICER II –2 POSTS
1.1.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
i. To Supervise marketing and promotional activities;
ii. To visit customers/external agencies;
iii. To collect and compile of statistics on freight and passenger traffic;
iv. To scrutinize correctness of data received from Stations;
v. To obtain and compile customer complaints;
vi. To monitor freights and passengers’ sales performance and ensure efficient
customer services;
vii. To follow up new and retaining the existing customers; and
viii. To carry out any other duties as assigned by supervisor.
1.1.2 QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor Degree or Advanced Diploma either in Marketing or Economics or
Entrepreneurship or Commerce or Business Administration majoring in Marketing from
recognised Institutions. Computer literacy is mandatory.
1.1.3 SALARY SCALE
Attractive remuneration package as per institution`s salary scale
1.2 ENGINEERS II (ELECTRICAL) – 2 POSTS
1.2.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
i. To supervise electrical installation in plants, machines and rolling stock and ensure
that all installation done meets the required standards;
ii. To develop safety rules in quarries and ensure practice of artificial respiration in
case of fatal accidents/shock;
iii. To carry out maintenance of crushing plants and electrical machineries at the
quarries;
iv. To Inspect all electrical machineries at the quarries and insulation level of
conductors in rolling stock, machinery and buildings;
v. To Prepare and submit periodical technical reports; and
vi. To perform any other related duties as assigned by supervisor.
1.2.2 QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor Degree either in Electrical Engineering or Electromechanical Engineering or
equivalent from recognized institution and has been registered by Engineers
Registration Board as Graduate Engineer.
1.2.3 SALARY SCALE
Attractive remuneration package as per institution`s salary scale
1.3 ENGINEER II (CIVIL) – 8 POSTS
1.3.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
i. To assist in planning for infrastructure construction and maintenance of the track,
bridges and other civil works or any other fixed assets;
ii. To conduct both planned and ad hock track and bridges inspections along the
network;
iii. To participate in investigation and proceedings in case of any accident on the track;
iv. To supervise project in construction or rehabilitation of track, bridges and civil works;
v. To prepare reports, plans and designs for projects;
vi. To prepare project quantity and cost estimates; and
vii. To perform any other assignments in line with his/her career as may be assigned by
supervisor.
1.3.2 QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering, or equivalent from recognized institution and has
been registered by Engineers Registration Board as Graduate Engineer.
1.3.3 SALARY SCALE
Attractive remuneration package as per institution`s salary scale
1.4 ENGINEER II (SIGNALING & TELECOMMUNICATION) – 7 POSTS
1.4.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
i. To assist maintenance of S &T equipment and systems;
ii. To assist installation of SGR, MGR signals and Telecommunication network and
equipment;
iii. To assist preparation of specifications for procurement of signal and
telecommunication equipment and gadgets;
iv. To prepare technical plans and designs for signal and telecommunication projects;
v. To prepare and submit periodical technical reports; and
v. To perform any other related duties as assigned by supervisor.
1.4.2 QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor Degree either in Electrical Engineering or Electromechanical Engineering,
Telecommunication Engineering or Electronics Engineering, or equivalent from
recognized institution and has been registered by Engineers Registration Board as
Graduate Engineer.
1.4.3 SALARY SCALE
Attractive remuneration package as per institution`s salary scale
1.5 ENGINEER II (MECHANICAL) – 5 POSTS
1.5.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
i. To plan for Mechanical works or any other fixed assets;
ii. To participate in investigation and proceedings in case of any accident;
iii. To supervise project in case of rehabilitation of rolling stock and Mechanical works;
iv. To prepare reports, plans and designs for projects;
v. To prepare project cost estimates; and
vi. Performs any other assignments in line with his/her career as may be assigned by
supervisor.
1.5.2 QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor Degree either in Mechanical Engineering or Electromechanical Engineering, or
equivalent from recognized institution and has been registered by Engineers
Registration Board as Graduate Engineer.
1.5.3 SALARY SCALE
Attractive remuneration package as per institution`s salary scale
1.6 ENVIRONMENT OFFICER II – 1 POST
1.6.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
i. To undertake routine and targeted compliance promotion programmes, inspections,
monitoring and environmental audit to ensure implementation of Environmental
Management Plan and mitigation measures, establish compliance status with
environmental requirements and provide data to higher levels;
ii. To attend to environmental incidences and public complaints and takes appropriate
action;
iii. To undertake monitoring of hazardous waste, verification of quantities and qualities
of hazardous waste prior to disposal or any other measures to ensure enforcement
of environmental legislation;
iv. To assist in identifying Best Available Practices (BAP) and Best Available
Technologies (BAT) to prevent environmental effects or minimize adverse effects on
human health, life or the environment;
v. To perform any other duties as may be assigned his superiors.
1.16.2 QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor Degree either in Computer Science or Information Systems, and Information
Technology or Computer Engineering or Software Engineering or equivalent
qualifications from recognized institutions.
1.16.3 SALARY SCALE
Attractive remuneration package as per institution`s salary scale
1.17 ICT OFFICER II (SERVICE & SUPPORT) – 2 POSTS
1.17.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
i. Research and identify solutions to software and hardware issues;
ii. Diagnose and troubleshoot technical issues, including account setup and network
configuration;
iii. Provide technical support for incoming queries related to computer systems;
iv. To provide technical support in application of Information Technology;
v. Participate in the coaching and mentoring TRC staffs on ICT development;
vi. Assist to prepare ICT regulations and guidelines;
vii. Install, modify and repair computer hardware and software;
viii. Install computer peripherals for users;
ix. Follow up with users to ensure issue has been resolved;
x. To perform any relevant duties assigned by supervisors.
1.17.2 QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s Degree either in Information Technology or Computer Science or Computer
Engineering or equivalent degree from a reputable academic institution. Possession of a
relevant recognized ICT professional certification and Practical knowledge and skills
relevant to the position will be added advantage.
1.17.3 SALARY SCALE
Attractive remuneration package as per institution`s salary scale
1.18 TECHNICIAN II (COMPUTER TECHNICIANS) – 4 POSTS
1.18.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
i. To provide front line Help Desk support to TRC users;
ii. To assist in maintaining computer laboratories and staff computers;
iii. To assist in staff and lab software installations;
iv. To assist in undertaking minor repair and maintenance of computer hardware;
v. To assist in maintaining suitable stock levels of parts and related inventory;
vi. To upkeep of network cabling infrastructure;
vii. To maintain documentation of all network cabling systems; and
viii. To perform any relevant duties assigned by supervisors.
1.18.2 QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Full Technician Certificate (FTC) or Ordinary Diploma in Computer Engineering from
recognized institution.
1.18.3 SALARY SCALE
Attractive remuneration package as per institution`s salary scale
1.19 TECHNICIAN II (ELECTRICAL) – 79 POSTS
1.19.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
i. To inspect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components of
connection in the system and report to supervisor in case of any disorder;
ii. To participate in installation of new Electrical systems;
iii. To maintain, repair the catenary systems including but not limited to catenary poles
and foundations, catenary support arms and associated components, contact wire,
catenary insulating devices, power disconnect and switching devices and surge
protection devices;
iv. To prepare project quantity and cost estimates; and
v. To perform any other related duties as assigned by supervisor.
1.19.2 QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Full Technician Certificate (FTC) or Ordinary Diploma in Electrical Engineering from a
recognized institution.
1.19.3 SALARY SCALE
Attractive remuneration package as per institution`s salary scale
1.20 TECHNICIAN II (MECHANICAL) – 13 POSTS
1.20.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
i. To undertake maintenance of rolling stock and locomotives;
ii. To maintain workshop machinery and plants;
iii. To service refrigeration and air condition facilities;
iv. To service Mechanical handling equipment and ancillary plants;
v. To help supervisor to maintain records; and
vi. To perform any other duties as may be assigned by supervisor.
1.20.2 QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Full Technician Certificate (FTC) or Ordinary Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from
recognized institution.
1.20.3 SALARY SCALE
Attractive remuneration package as per institution`s salary scale
1.21 TECHNICIAN II (MECHANICAL – FITTER MECHANICS) – 4 POSTS
1.21.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
i. To undertake maintenance of rolling stock and locomotives;
ii. To maintain workshop machinery and plants;
iii. To maintain rolling stock and locomotives;
iv. To upgrade and fabricate workshop equipment and tools;
v. To maintain workshop machinery and plants;
vi. Setting up and adjusting machines tools and equipment;
vii. To perform any other duties as may be assigned by supervisor;
viii. To perform any other duties as may be assigned by supervisor.
1.21.2 QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Full Technician Certificate (FTC) or Ordinary Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (Fitter
Mechanics) from recognized institution.
1.21.3 SALARY SCALE
Attractive remuneration package as per institution`s salary scale
1.22 TECHNICIAN II (SIGNAL AND TELECOMMUNICATION) – 25 POSTS
1.22.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
i. To inspect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components of
connection in the system and report to supervisor in case of any disorder;
ii. To participate in installation of new Electrical systems;
iii. To maintain, repair the catenary systems including but not limited to catenary poles
and foundations, catenary support arms and associated components, contact wire,
catenary insulating devices, power disconnect and switching devices and surge
protection devices;
iv. To prepare project quantity and cost estimates; and
v. To perform any other related duties as assigned by supervisor.
1.22.2 QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Full Technician Certificate (FTC) or Ordinary Diploma either in Telecommunication
Engineering or Signal and Telecommunication or electronics from recognized institution.
1.22.3 SALARY SCALE
Attractive remuneration package as per institution`s salary scale
1.23 TECHNICIAN II (CIVIL) – 15 POSTS
1.23.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
i. To undertake maintenance of bridges, culverts, building and track works;
ii. To read and review project drawings and plans to determine the sizes of structures;
iii. To prepare track maintenance plans and submit the same to Supervisor;
iv. To take part in testing construction materials and soil samples in laboratories;
v. To ensure that project construction conforms to design specifications and applicable
permanent way requirements; and
vi. To perform any other duties as may be assigned by supervisor.
1.23.2 QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Full Technician Certificate (FTC) or Ordinary Diploma in Civil Technology, or equivalent
from recognized institution.
1.23.3 SALARY SCALE
Attractive remuneration package as per institution`s salary scale
1.24 ASSISTANT COMMERCIAL OFFICER II (TRAVELLING TICKET
EXAMINERS) – 1 POST
1.24.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
i. To assist in ensuring that all crews report to duty as required i.e. they report on time,
well attired in full clean uniforms;
ii. To make random inspection of passenger tickets to ensure that they have valid
tickets, Card/Free passes or vouchers etc., commensurate with the class of travel;
iii. Assist in monitoring early marshalling of the train and boarding of passengers;
iv. To assist in monitoring loading/offloading of parcels and luggage at intermediate
and depot stations with the objective of reducing unnecessary long train dwell time;
v. To liaise with responsible Station Masters and respective District Control Officers for
the provision of relief locomotive(s) in the event of engine failures en–route and also
at originating stations; and
vi. To perform any other relevant duties that may be assigned by the supervisor
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1.24.2 QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Diploma either in Marketing or Entrepreneurship or Business Administration majoring in
Marketing or equivalent qualifications from recognised Institutions. A successful
candidate who has not attended train guard course will have to attend Goods and
Coaching Accounts and Train Guard course from TIRTEC. Computer literacy is
mandatory.
1.24.3 SALARY SCALE
Attractive remuneration package as per institution`s salary scale
1.25 ASSISTANT COMMERCIAL OFFICER II (CUSTOMER SERVICE) – 51 POSTS
1.25.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
i. To inform passengers on the expected arrivals and departures of trains;
ii. To respond to passengers /customers’ complaints, queries and request or any other
relevant information;
iii. Promote company’s product and services;
iv. Identify needs/wants of customers;
v. Make available product brochures for customers;
vi. Provide pricing and delivery information to customers;
vii. Suggest possible solutions whenever there is a malfunction in a service;
viii. Educate customers on deals and promotions the company is offering;
ix. Greet customers in the warmest possible way and find out their problem or reason
for calling;
x. Assist in selling products and services;
xi. Provide safely education to customers;
xii. To perform any other relevant duties that may be assigned by the supervisor
1.25.2 QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Diploma either in Marketing or Entrepreneurship or Business Administration majoring in
Marketing or equivalent qualifications from recognized Institutions. Computer literacy is
mandatory.
1.25.3 SALARY SCALE
Attractive remuneration package as per institution`s salary scale
1.26 ASSISTANT COMMERCIAL OFFICER II (MARKETING) – 11 POSTS
1.26.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
i. To assists in supporting the Commercial works;
ii. To assisting in marketing promotional activities;
iii. To assist in visiting customers/external agencies;
iv. To assist in collection and compilation of statistics on freight and passenger traffic;
v. To scrutinize correctness of data received from Stations;
vi. To assisting in obtaining and compilation of customer complaints;
vii. To assist in monitoring freights and passengers sales performance and ensure
efficient customer services;
viii. To assist in follow up new and retaining the existing customers; and
ix. To perform any other relevant duties that may be assigned by the supervisor.
1.26.2 QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Diploma either in Marketing or Entrepreneurship or Business Administration majoring in
Marketing from recognized Institutions. Computer literacy is mandatory.
1.26.3 SALARY SCALE
Attractive remuneration package as per institution`s salary scale
1.27 PLANT OPERATOR II – 4 POSTS
1.27.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
i. To operate winch, cranes as per approved procedures and policies;
ii. To provide quality services on plant operation;
iii. To perform gangway activities;
iv. To operate the mechanical equipment (Winch, Folk Lifts and Terminal Tractors and
Cranes) as per approved procedures and policies;
v. To carry out loading, offloading or discharging and delivery of Motor vehicles and
other cargo into/from trains;
vi. To drive and operate mechanical handling equipments within the Workshops, yard
premises and Depot Yards such as Forklifts, Shunting tractors, Green butts,
Stationery pillars and gantry manual or powered;
vii. To performs any other relevant duties that may be assigned by the supervisor.
1.27.2 QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Form IV academic Certificate with Basic Driving Certificate offered by VETA, Bandari
College, TIRTEC or any recognized Institution and Class F or G Driving License.
1.27.3 SALARY SCALE
Attractive remuneration package as per institution`s salary scale
1.28 ARTISAN II (POINTSMEN) – 4 POSTS
1.28.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
i. To correct setting of points during shunting and when admitting train into station
yard;
ii. To detach and attach wagons during shunting as per Station master instructions;
iii. To display correct hand signals to the locomotive Driver during shunting operations
or when admitting train into station yard;
iv. To protect level crossing during passing of train and ensure availability and safety of
level crossing equipment;
v. To set fixed home signals correctly as directed by Stationmaster;
vi. To perform any other duties as may be instructed by his superior.
1.28.2 QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Form four Certificate with one of the following qualifications; Trade Test II/Level II,
National Vocational Award II (NVA II) or NTA Level 4 in Railway Track Maintenance or
equivalent qualification from recognized institution.
1.28.3 SALARY SCALE
Attractive remuneration package as per institution`s salary scale
1.29 ARTISAN II (ELECTRICAL) – 43
1.29.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
i. To participate in installation of new Electrical systems;
ii. To maintain, repair the catenary systems including but not limited to catenary poles
and foundations, catenary support arms and associated 46 components, contact
wire, catenary insulating devices, power disconnect and switching devices and
surge protection devices;
iii. To fix electric wires and equipment in office and various TRC buildings
iv. To service handling equipment and ancillary plants;
v. To perform any other duties as may be assigned by supervisor.
1.29.2 QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Form four Certificate with one of the following qualifications; Trade Test II/Level II,
National Vocational Award II (NVA II) or NTA Level 4 in Electrical Technology, or
equivalent qualification from recognized institution.
1.29.3 SALARY SCALE
Attractive remuneration package as per institution`s salary scale
1.30 ARTISAN II (CARRIAGE AND WAGON EXAMINERS) 10 POSTS
1.30.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
i. To maintain rolling stock (coaches and Wagons);
ii. To maintain workshop machinery and plants;
iii. To service handling equipment and ancillary plants;
iv. To perform any other duties as may be assigned by supervisor.
1.30.2 QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Form four Certificate with one of the following qualifications; Trade Test II/Level II,
National Vocational Award II (NVA II) or NTA Level 4 in Certificate in Carriage and
Wagon Technology or equivalent qualification from recognized institution.
1.30.3 SALARY SCALE
Attractive remuneration package as per institution`s salary scale
1.31 ARTISAN II (CIVIL) – 1 POST
1.31.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
i. Packing of the railway track as directed by the supervisor;
ii. To clear grass and bushes along the line;
iii. To clean side drains and water outlets.
iv. To repair the track after accidents.
v. Load and offload permanent way materials.
vi. To Performs any other related duties that maybe assigned by supervisor
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1.31.2 QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Form four Certificate with one of the following qualifications; Trade Test II/Level II,
National Vocational Award II (NVA II) or NTA Level 4 in Civil Technology, or equivalent
qualification from recognized institution.
1.31.3 SALARY SCALE
Attractive remuneration package as per institution`s salary scale
1.32 ARTISAN II (MECHANICAL – WELDING) – 1 POST
1.32.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
i. To maintain rolling stocks;
ii. To prepare and align parts for welding;
iii. To join together components, repair holes and cut through materials;
iv. To perform any other duties as may be assigned by supervisor.
1.32.2 QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Form four Certificate with one of the following qualifications; Trade Test II/Level II,
National Vocational Award II (NVA II) or NTA Level 4 in Mechanical Technology
(Welding) or equivalent qualification from recognized institution
1.32.3 SALARY SCALE
Attractive remuneration package as per institution`s salary scale
1.33 YARD MASTER II – 28 POSTS
1.33.1 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
i. To be in–charge of a designated section of a Marshalling Yard;
ii. To be responsible for the breaking up and marshalling of trains;
iii. To placing and removal of wagon;
iv. To supervise loading and unloading delivery vehicles by hand or with folk lift track;
v. To supervise sorting and grading Stock; and
vi. To perform any other related duties that may be assigned by the supervisor;
1.33.2 QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Yard Foremen Certificate awarded by TIRTEC or NTA level 4 in Railway Transportation
or its equivalent qualifications.
1.33.3 SALARY SCALE
Attractive remuneration package as per institution`s salary scale
GENERAL CONDITIONS
i. All applicants must be Citizens of Tanzania generally with an age not above 45
years of age except for those who are in Public Service;
ii. Applicants must attach an up–to–date Curriculum Vitae (CV) having reliable
contacts; postal address/post code, e–mail and telephone numbers;
iii. Applicants should apply on the strength of the information given in this
advertisement;
iv. Applicants must attach their certified copies of the following certificates:–
Postgraduate/Degree/Advanced Diploma/Diploma/Certificates;
Postgraduate/Degree/Advanced Diploma/Diploma transcripts;
Form IV and Form VI National Examination Certificates;
Professional Registration and Training Certificates from respective
Registration or Regulatory Bodies, (where applicable);
Birth certificate;
v. Attaching copies of the following certificates is strictly not accepted:–
Form IV and form VI results slips;
Testimonials and all Partial transcripts;
vi. An applicant must upload recent Passport Size Photo in the Recruitment Portal;
vii. An applicant employed in the Public Service should route his application letter
through his respective employer;
viii. An applicant who is retired from the Public Service for whatever reason should not
apply;
ix. An applicant should indicate three reputable referees with their reliable contacts;
x. Certificates from foreign examination bodies for Ordinary or Advanced level
education should be verified by The National Examination Council of Tanzania
(NECTA).
xi. Professional certificates from foreign Universities and other training institutions
should be verified by The Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU) and
National Council for Technical Education (NACTE);
xii. An applicant with special needs/case (disability) is supposed/advised to indicate;
xiii. A signed application lettershould be written either in Swahili or English
andAddressed to Secretary, Presidents Office, Public Service Recruitment
Secretariat,P.O. Box 2320, Utumishi Building at University of Dodoma – Asha
Rose Migiro Buildings –Dodoma.
xiv. Deadline for application is 29th November, 2021;
xv. Only short listed candidates will be informed on a date for interview and;
xvi. Presentation of forged certificates and other information will necessitate to legal
action;
NOTE: All applications must be sent through Recruitment Portal by using the
following address; http://portal.ajira.go.tz/and not otherwise (This address
also can be found at PSRS Website, Click ‘Recruitment Portal’)
Released by:
SECRETARY
PUBLIC SERVICE RECRUITMENT SECRETARIAT
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