Technical Class

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.

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.

Responsible technical work in promoting the improvement of the fishing industry. An employee in this class acts as liaison between the Fisheries Department and the fishing community to promote the development of the fishing industry. Work involves organizing fishermen's cooperatives, disseminating relevant information to fishing groups, and organizing educational activities with the aim of improving fishing methods and techniques. Minor supervision is exercised over a few subordinates. Employee performs duties within the framework of well-defined procedures and policies, and work is reviewed by a superior through observations.

Specialised auditing work of varying complexity. An employee in this class is required to perform auditing work of varying complexity relating to the investigation and examination of taxpayers returns. Work involves the application of advanced accounting and auditing techniques in verifying taxpayers' books and accounts. Work is performed with considerable independence and is reviewed by a superior officer for compliance with tax laws and departmental policies through inspections, reports, and meetings.

Specialised auditing work at the entrance level. An employee in this class is required to perform the more routine aspects of auditing work relating to the investigation and examination of taxpayers returns. Work involves the application of elementary accounting and auditing techniques in verifying taxpayers' books and accounts. Work is performed under the close supervision of a superior officer and is reviewed for compliance with tax laws and departmental policies through inspections, reports, and meetings.

Technical and supervisory agricultural work at a Farm School. An employee in this class is responsible for demonstrating to students of a farm school the practical aspects of the school's curriculum and ensuring the general maintenance at the farm. Work involves performing demonstrations in both crop and animal husbandry, making physical checks of livestock, keeping farm records, supervising the work of labourers and other workers engaged in farm maintenance. Assignments are received orally from a technical superior after which the employee takes independent action within prescribed limitations and work is reviewed by a technical superior for proficiency.