Introduction

The mandate of the Engineering Departmentis to provide support services to the Institution through facilities and property management, horticultural services, and transport and logistics. In addition, the Department provides advice on engineering related matters and technical support during official functions.

The Department is superintended by a Director Engineering who is assisted by aDeputy DirectorEngineering and a Deputy DirectorHorticulture & Logistics. The other portfolio roles in the Department include SeniorEngineer, Senior Horticulture & Logistics Officer,Maintenance Engineer, Project Engineer, Horticulturist, Head Mechanic, Transport &Logistics Officer, Maintenance Coordinator,Artisans (Electrician, Plumber, Carpenter, Painter), Assistant Horticulturist, Auto Mechanic, Auto Electrician, Assistant Transport & Logistics Officer,Assistant Artisan, Assistant Mechanic,Chauffeur,Senior Driver,Senior Gardener, Office Driver and Gardener.

The Engineering Department operational areas include Parliament Main Buildings, Members’ Motel, Budget Office, Parliamentary Training Institute and Constituency Offices.

The departmental structure is divided into functional units as follows:

i. Maintenance Section

The Maintenance section is responsible for engineering projects, property maintenance, facilities management, and upkeep of plant and office equipment. In addition, the section administers contract management for service provider contracts.

ii. Constituency Offices Section

The section is charged to oversee the construction and maintenance of all constituency office buildings nationwide.This includes management of office equipment and furniture in the constituencies.

iii. Horticulture Section

The Horticulture section is responsible of maintaining the grounds and gardens including tending to the animals kept in captivity at the Parliament grounds. 

iv. Workshop Section

The Workshop section has the function to manage the institutional vehicle fleet by providingmaintenance and repair services. The Section is also responsible for the maintenance and repair of motor cycles located in the constituency offices,including upkeep of lawn mowers and other horticultural equipment.

v. Transport Section

The Transport section is responsible for transport management and logistics. This involves transportation of staff, and facilitation of movement of goods.