Training Expert - Water Distribution and Pipe Fitting

Position Description:

The training expert will be responsible for conducting training sessions on water distribution and pipe fitting for employees of regional water establishments (RWE) and/or municipalities.

The training aims to introduce participants to the basic types, installation, operation, and maintenance of water distribution networks..

The training should cover the following topics:

• Introduction to water distribution system and storage.
• Pipe systems, materials, and types. (Including samples)
• Pipe assembly all types including welding, threading, Butt Fusion and Electrofusion of pipes and fittings. (Theory and practical)
• Pipe protection, corrosion control, wrapping. (Theory and practical)
• Testing: Pressure test, leakage testing, swabbing, material and debris removal from  networks. (Theory and on-hands practical)
• Excavation, laying techniques and procedures, levelling instruments, backfilling. (Theory and practical)
• Installation-connections, alignments, flushing. (Theory and practical)
• Understanding of backflow prevention, pressure and flow control devices.
• Water volume determination (e.g., tank, main) and related pipes.
• Water flow rate determination (from pumps, gravity lines, etc.).
• Flowmeter types and mode of application (jet, volumetric, electromagnetic, ultrasonic, etc.) (Including samples)
• Leakage detection (explore the leak detection technology and machines used). (Theory and practical)
• Fixing leaks on water networks: PE and Steel; Connections: Diameter adapter and Gibault joints. (Theory and practical)
• Maintenance logs preparation and usage.
• Water pollution prevention and control measures
• Safety and required PPE.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Recommending changes to training topics as necessary
• Preparation of training material in English and Arabic.
• Training of RWE and Municipal employees.
• Providing all necessary equipment and samples for each training.
• Assisting in identifying appropriate locations for practical training sessions through site visits.
• Providing the training report which includes:
  • Training objective
  • Training content
  • Trainee assessment results (Pre and Post test results)
  • Summary of participant evaluations
  • Attendance Sheets
  • Training Pictures

Deliverables:

•  Creation and customization of Training Session Material prior to the training session date 
•  Providing the training (up to three trainings)
•  Training Report for each training delivered

For more details, please check the link of application: https://fs12.formsite.com/DAIWSC/tzgm4v6dv9/index.html?1649922917668

Qualifications:

• An Engineering degree in civil, mechanical, electrical, or structural engineering.
• Training expert should have at least 15 years of proven working experience in network installation and rehabilitation in the Lebanese water sector.
• Strong knowledge of the Lebanese Regional Water Establishments requirements and standards for work.
• Training experience in the Lebanese water sector.

Location and Reporting:

Training will be in multiple locations at the four Regional Lebanese Water Establishments and municipalities.

Training expert will report to WSC’s Institutional and Capacity Development Specialist (ICDS).