An Artisan (Civil) is mainly deployed on the following: (a)Consumer Services Stream: (i) fixing and removing water meters in consumers’ premises; (ii) clearing choked meters; (iii) installing and repairing small size water mains and fittings on Government land; and (iv) constructing brick manholes and valve chambers. (b)Distribution Stream: (i) operating valves; (ii) making minor repairs for and maintaining distribution mains and valves; and (iii) painting valve indicators. (c)Headworks Stream: (i) carrying out service reservoir sterilization work, and drainage channels and catchwaters desilting; (ii) operating and repairing valves, and repairing trunk mains; (iii) resurfacing footpath; and (iv) painting and fixing signs. (d)Treatment Works Function: (i) cleansing water treatment plant and filter beds; (ii) making minor repairs to water treatment works; (iii) monitoring and adjusting chemical dosings; and (iv) assisting in the operation of water treatment plants, and carrying out miscellaneous maintenance work as directed. (Note : Appointees may be required to (i)undertake on-call, standby and emergency duties; (ii) work outside normal working hours, in irregular hours and/or shifts; (iii) work in remote areas, harsh conditions and/or at reservoirs; (iv) drive departmental vehicles under the self-drive scheme; and (v) wear uniform and protective clothing. Subject to vacancies available, the appointees will be assigned to take up posts in one of the streams / functions as listed in (a)-(d) above. )

Candidates should (a)(i) have completed a full apprenticeship or other approved course of practical training in civil engineering, or equivalent; or (ii) have at least four years’ experience in civil engineering, or equivalent; and (b) have attained a level of proficiency in Chinese and English Languages equivalent to Primary 6 standard; and (c) be required to pass a trade test (except those who meet the requirements under Item (a) (i) above).