Background: 

The Design Coordinator is responsible for maintenance and project planning works, Design documentation, scheduling tasks and review of scope, architectural designs and concepts in accordance with the Design guidelines and standards, and the national building codes and local regulatory requirements.  Providing the administration and support function in drafting design and compliance of the University built environment.

Person Specification: 

Essential

·        The incumbent should have at least a Degree in Civil or Architectural Engineering with at least 3 years of relevant work experience or Advance Diploma / Diploma in Civil, Building or Architectural Engineering with at least 5 years of relevant work experience.

Desirable

·        Experience in managing design team

·        The incumbent must be computer literate and have a sound working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Microsoft Visio, Project Management Software such as Microsoft Projects

• Experience in AutoCAD drawing production for Architectural and Structural engineering design projects
• Knowledge of Building Construction
• Knowledge and understanding of Health and Safety Requirements in relation to Fiji and Pacific Requirements.
• Excellent skills in communication at all levels and within diverse cultures.
• Ability to motivate staff.
• Ability to develop and assess scope of works for minor to medium works.
• Demonstrated experience in construction and architectural drawings, review of designs and planning details.

Salary: FJD 37,096 per annum plus superannuation.

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Application Details

All applications are to include:
 
• A letter of application addressing each of the criterion listed under the Person Specification more specifically the Essential and Desirable criteria. This application letter will form the main basis for shortlisting. Failure to provide the application letter will result in your application not being considered. 

• A detailed CV with three referees full contact details (telephone numbers and email addresses). Candidate should state their relationship with each referee (e.g. line manager, former postgraduate supervisor). 

• Copies of academic transcripts and certificates that are of relevance to the qualification requirements of the advertised position.

All applications must be submitted online using the University’s online job applications system which can be accessed at this address: https://careers.fnu.ac.fj .

Applications sent via email or manually for all positions will not be accepted.

Should you have any queries on the advertised opportunity or face difficulty in submitting the application online, please email the following:

1. HR Partner (email ID stated in the advertisement): For any queries regarding the advertised position.
2. hrat@fnu.ac.fj : For any assistance with the online application or technical issues.


Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not been contacted by Fiji National University, then your application has not been successful.

FNU is an equal opportunity employer. Preference is given to applicants holding Fiji citizenship. International applicants may be considered.