Permanent Established

Semi-skilled work in the inspection of government-owned furniture. An employee in this class is responsible for checking the location and the condition of furniture assigned to government quarters, offices, institutions, and private homes supplied with Government Furniture. Work involves preparing and maintaining detailed inventories and valuation of furniture damaged by occupants of government quarters. Assignments are in the form of furniture notifications of requests from departments or offices to the supervisor which are passed on to the employee. The employee adopts his own work methods for checking and inspecting. Work is performed with considerable independence and is reviewed by a superior officer and by audit for correctness of inventories of furniture.

Skilled and supervisory work in the manufacture and repair of furniture. An employee in this class supervises skilled and semi-skilled workers engaged in the manufacture, repair, and refinishing of standard types of furniture as well as pre-fabricated joinery items used in government-owned houses and offices. The employee is expected to distribute the work to subordinates, make job decisions, and carry on the work with occasional review for performance and quality of product.

Supervisory work of a technical nature advising Friendly Societies on related activities. An employee in this class advises Friendly Societies on related activities and generally ensures that they adhere to existing legislation. Work involves making periodic examinations of the accounting records of those organizations, giving advice and guidance on accounting procedures, the settlement of claims and related matters, and arranging for the hearing of disputes. Supervision is exercised over a few officers engaged in field assignments. Work is performed with considerable initiative and judgment within the framework of established procedures, policies, and legislation and is reviewed for adherence to these.

Entrance level work of a technical nature ensuring adherence to the Friendly Societies Ordinance(s). An employee in this class makes inspectional visits to Friendly Societies to examine records and advise on activities in order to ensure adherence to the Friendly Societies Ordinance(s). Duties include investigating complaints made by members of Friendly Societies, inspecting accounting records, and assisting Societies in implementing or maintaining a proper system of accounting. Assignments are received from a superior officer and work is performed within the framework of established policies and procedures. Work is reviewed for compliance with policies, procedures, and legislation.

Technical work related to the grant of Intellectual Property Rights. An employee in this class receives and processes all applications and documents pertaining to registration and grant of Intellectual Property Rights. Work also involves receiving other documents and requests for changes in registration and representation. Issuing serial numbers in respect of applications and General Authorisation. Notifying proprietors, Attorneys, or agents on the status of their applications and providing information on Intellectual Property and application procedures. Work requires an understanding of well-established standards and procedures and is reviewed by a senior officer through discussions and reports and general observations for adherence to instructions, compliance with pertinent legislation, accuracy, and timely response.

Responsible supervisory work in the management of a factory utilizing thinnings from teak plantation. An employee in this class is responsible for the management of a fence factory operated by the Forest Department. Work involves the formulation and execution of plans for the efficient utilization of small dimensional thinnings from the teak plantation. Employee is also responsible for supervising operations in the factory manufacturing and treating of teak fencing and other products and for the marketing of these products, the preparation of relevant accounts and records. Employee exercises supervision over foresters and labor gangs. Work is executed with a considerable degree of judgment within the framework of general established policies and procedures. Work is reviewed by an administrative superior for results and adherence to policies.

Supervisory work in the management of an administrative division of the Forest Department. An employee in this class is responsible for the general supervision and management of a division of the Department. Work involves responsibility for the supervision of the sale of forest produce in the division and for the general enforcement of the laws regarding forest conservation. Employee may also be responsible for the supervision of silvicultural operations in the Division. Supervision is exercised over Foresters of various levels. Employee operates within the broad framework of regulations and procedures and works with considerable independence. Work is reviewed through the submission of reports and through periodical consultations with superiors.

Supervisory forestry work assisting in the management of a geographical area or the Research Branch of the Forest Division. An employee in this class performs a variety of supervisory duties connected with the sale of forest produce and the management of a forest division. Employee assists a superior in reviewing the clerical work and fieldwork of subordinates to ensure conformity to stipulated procedures and observance of the various laws and ordinances. Work may further involve rendering assistance in supervising the operations of a forest tree nursery. Supervision is exercised over Foresters in a lower class and may extend over plantation laborers. Assignments are usually specific in nature with the employee exercising judgment in their execution. Work is reviewed by a professional superior with whom consultation is held over difficult matters.

Routine forestry work at the entrance level. An employee in this class is responsible for the care and protection of forests in an assigned area. Work involves the performance of a variety of fieldwork involving the sale of forest products and the periodical patrol and inspection of a range to ensure conformity to the controlling laws. Work also involves the performance of incidental clerical duties and may include rendering assistance with the supervision of silvicultural operations on a plantation. Supervision is provided by higher-level foresters who assign work, give preliminary instructions, and review work in progress and upon completion for quality and adherence to established procedures.

Food demonstration work of a technical nature. An employee in this class is responsible for conducting cookery classes designed specially for mothers attending child welfare clinics, for civic groups, Health Department personnel, and members of the public in general. Emphasis is placed on the use of local foods, promoting improved methods of cooking, and preparation of low-cost meals. Work involves preparation and demonstration of various types of food and the testing of recipes. Employee may be responsible for the general supervision of a small cookery demonstration center. Work is performed under the supervision and guidance of a qualified Nutritionist.