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Vacancy id VAC-50888
Job title VAC-50888 Dykes and Drainage Operational Assistant
Location Duk
Apply by 26-Mar-2026
Start date 01-Apr-2026
Duration 3 months
Number of vacancies 5
Qualification Secondary schooling certificate in Completion of secondary school education. (essential).
Bachelor degree or equivalent in degree or vocational training in heavy equipment operation is an advantage (essential).
Sector experience Minimum of 2-3 year/s of demonstrable relevant experience in designing sewerage systems, wastewater treatment plants, stormwater management & drainage systems (essential).
Geographical experience Minimum of 2-3 year/s of experience in South Sudan (essential).
Languages Fluent in English (essential).
 Fluent in Juba Arabic (essential).

Job description

CTG overview

CTG was established in 2006, almost 20 years ago, in Afghanistan. We currently operate in 35 countries and have approximately 11,500 staff members committed to good!

But do you know who we are? And what do we do?

We provide tailored Human Resources and Staffing Solutions that support critical global initiatives across Humanitarian and Development sectors, and are now strategically foraying into new industries, including Construction, Energy, and IT, with a focus on high-risk regions.

Here’s a list of services we offer:
•Staffing solutions and HR management services
•Monitoring and evaluation
•Fleet management and logistics
•Facilities management
•Sustainability and Communications Advisory
•Election monitoring and observation
•IT professional services
•Medical assistance

Visit www.ctg.org to find out more.
Overview of position

Under the Enhancing Community Resilience Project Phase II (ECRP II), We are implementing disaster risk reduction activities including construction and rehabilitation of flood protection dykes and drainage systems in several locations in South Sudan. To support these activities, CTG will engage five Dykes and Drainage Operational Assistants to operate excavators and assist with earthworks required for project implementation.

The assistants will work under the direct supervision of the Senior field engineer and in coordination with the project team under ECRP II.
Role objectives

The Dykes and Drainage Operational Assistants will be responsible for:

Operating excavators to support construction and rehabilitation of dykes, drainage channels, and related earthworks.

Driving and manoeuvring the machinery safely within project sites.

Conducting daily equipment checks and basic maintenance, including cleaning, lubrication, and monitoring fuel and oil levels.

Immediately reporting any mechanical issues or equipment malfunction to the supervising engineer.

Strictly adhering to safety, security, and operational procedures while working on site.
Always using appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

Reporting any incidents, accidents, or security concerns related to site activities or equipment operations

Supporting engineers and site supervisors in achieving daily work targets.
Project reporting

The assistants will work under the direct supervision of the Senior field engineer and in coordination with the project team under ECRP II.
Key competencies

Bachelor’s degree or vocational training in heavy equipment operation is an advantage.

Completion of secondary school education is required

Minimum 2–3 years of experience operating excavators or similar heavy machinery in construction or earthworks projects.

Proven experience in dyke construction, drainage excavation, flood protection works, or similar civil engineering activities.

Basic knowledge of machine safety procedures and light equipment maintenance.

Ability to operate machinery safely and follow instructions from engineers and site supervisors.

Ability to work in remote and challenging field environments.
Team management

To be advised. 
Further information

Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply for this role.
Disclaimer:
· At no stage of the recruitment process will CTG ask candidates for a fee. This includes during the application stage, interview, assessment and training.
· CTG has a zero tolerance to Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA) which is outlined in its Code of Conduct. Protection from SEA is everyone’s responsibility
· CTG encourages all candidates applying for this advertisement to ensure that their candidate profile is up to date with up to date experience / education / contact details, as this will help you being considered further in your application for this role.