A Chainman is mainly deployed on (a) assisting a member of the Survey Officer (Engineering) or Land Surveyor Grades to carry out survey work in the field; (b) undertaking the preparation, care, transportation and simple maintenance of survey equipment, tools and materials for field survey operations; (c) maintaining the order and cleanliness of the survey store; and (d) supervising Workmen I and Workmen II as required and assisting in the training of Workmen I and Workmen II. (Note: Chainman may be required to work irregular hours and work in any part of the territory including hilly and rugged area.)

Candidates should have (a) not less than two years’ relevant experience in land/engineering survey work; (b) attained a level of proficiency in Chinese and English Languages equivalent to Primary 6 standard; and (c) passed a relevant trade test.