The Tanzania Bureau of Standards (TBS) is the national standards body responsible for ensuring quality control and promoting standardization in various sectors of the economy, including industry and commerce. Established in 1976, TBS plays a vital role in enhancing product quality and enforcing standards that foster industrial growth and consumer safety in Tanzania. The Bureau is currently seeking to fill multiple positions, offering an excellent opportunity for qualified Tanzanians to join its team and contribute to the country’s quality assurance efforts.
1. Artisan II (Plumbing and Pipe Fitting) – 1 Post
Duties: Assisting in repairs, plumbing, metal work, painting, and maintenance within the Bureau.
Qualifications: Form IV Certificate and Trade Test III/Level I in Plumbing and Pipe Fitting.
Salary: TBSS 2.
2. Artisan II (Masonry) – 1 Post
Duties: Assisting in repairs, masonry works, and maintenance.
Qualifications: Form IV Certificate with Trade Test III/Level I in Masonry.
Salary: TBSS 2.
3. Engineer II (Mechanical) – 1 Post
Duties: Maintenance of laboratory equipment, preventive maintenance, and execution of rehabilitation programs.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, registered by ERB as a Graduate Engineer.
Salary: TBSS 4.
4. Quality Assurance Officer II (Chemical and Process Engineering) – 1 Post
Duties: Inspection, quality management, laboratory safety, and certification-related tasks.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical and Process Engineering, ERB registered.
Salary: TBSS 4.
5. Quality Assurance Officer II (Food Science) – 6 Posts
Duties: Inspection, quality management, laboratory safety, and support to industries in quality assurance.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science and Technology or related fields.
Salary: TBSS 4.
6. Quality Assurance Officer II (Civil Engineering) – 1 Post
Duties: Inspection, quality management, and ensuring the safety of equipment.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, ERB registered.
Salary: TBSS 4.
7. Graphics Designer II – 1 Post
Duties: Creating packaging designs, CAD/CAE software usage, and training manufacturers on packaging technology.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Fine Art or Graphic Design with knowledge in packaging materials.
Salary: TBSS 4.
8. Technician II (Laboratory Science) – 8 Posts
Duties: Quality inspections of imported goods, enforcement of standards, and sample testing.
Qualifications: Diploma in Laboratory Technology or Laboratory Sciences.
Salary: TBSS 3.
9. Technician II (Civil Engineering) – 1 Post
Duties: Maintenance of equipment and machinery, interpretation of preventive maintenance reports.
Qualifications: Diploma in Civil Engineering.
Salary: TBSS 3.
10. Technician II (Electrical Engineering) – 1 Post
Duties: Maintenance and repair of machines and equipment in the Bureau’s laboratories.
Qualifications: Diploma in Electrical Engineering.
Salary: TBSS 3.
11. Librarian II – 1 Post
Duties: Cataloguing, assisting readers, maintaining public catalogues, and administering library records.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Library Studies, Information Science, or related fields.
Salary: TBSS 4.
12. Metrologist II (Biomedical) – 2 Posts
Duties: Calibration and quality management, preparation of quality manuals, and conducting routine calibrations.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Biomedical Engineering, ERB registered.
Salary: TBSS 4.
13. Laboratory Assistant II – 5 Posts
Duties: Preparing simple reagents, cleaning laboratory apparatus, and maintaining general cleanliness.
Qualifications: Form IV Certificate plus Certificate in Biotechnology and Laboratory Science.
Salary: TBSS 2.
14. Research Officer II (Food Science and Technology) – 1 Post
Duties: Conducting research, preparing questionnaires, providing consultancy services in standardization.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science and Technology.
Salary: TBSS 4.
15. Inspection Officer II (Chemical and Process Engineering) – 3 Posts
Duties: Conducting quality assurance inspections, assisting in receiving and forwarding laboratory reports.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical and Process Engineering, ERB registered.
Salary: TBSS 4.
16. Inspection Officer II (Food Science) – 4 Posts
- Duties: Conducting inspections and quality assurance tasks, supporting industries.
- Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science and Technology.
- Salary: TBSS 4.
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17. Technician II (Mechanical) – 1 Post
Duties: Repairing and maintaining machines and apparatus in the laboratories.
Qualifications: Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
Salary: TBSS 3.
These vacancies at the Tanzania Bureau of Standards provide a range of opportunities for individuals in engineering, laboratory science, graphic design, and other technical fields. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as per the guidelines provided by TBS. For more updates on job opportunities in Tanzania, visit Ajira Times.
