PERSONAL PROFILE STATEMENT
A motivated, adaptable and responsible Civil Engineer seeking advisory and consultative positions which will utilise the professional and technical skills developed through the past work experiences in the field of design, supervision and management of various projects in construction and maintenance. I have a methodical, customer-focused approach to work and a strong drive to see things through completion. In my current job, I coordinate and manage multi-million projects under the PNG Government Connect PNG Economic Infrastructure Program . I have procured and completed Seven (7) major projects valued at PGK990 million which were tendered and undergoing evaluation. Further nine (9) contracts valued at PGK80 million procured and completed due for tender this month. I believed and always encouraged team work; which bring success in delivery of all projects in my years of work with the public sector.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
TASKS COMPLETED
In the last few weeks, I have visited the provinces in the Southern Region and convened meeting with the staff, civil engineers, provincial administrators and other stakeholders to collaborate and work together to deliver the necessary service to the provinces., In the last few weeks, I have visited the provinces in the Southern Region and convened meeting with the staff, civil engineers, provincial administrators and other stakeholders to collaborate and work together to deliver the necessary service to the provinces.
Met with the Provincial Administrators, Governors and Members of Parliament to partner and share resources to attend to emergency projects.
Met with the Provincial Works Managers and Civil Engineers; emphasized on building good working environment and capacity building.
Met with the TSSP PMC and World Bank PMS to ensure support is given to the DoW engineers and help build capacity in the provinces and also provide mentoring and advisory roles to the young engineers.
Developed reporting templates for the provincial works managers to use in reporting to the Regional Works manager; Weekly Situation and Monthly Report templates.
Develop reporting template for the RWM to use to report to the Deputy Secretary (Operations).
Coordinated the PWMs to complete District Roads Inventories.
Coordinated the PWMs to resolve some contractual issues on long overdue projects.
Assist Acting First Assistant Secretary for Design Services Division to review draft Low Volume Rural Roads Standards (LVRR) for second draft.
Conducted performance appraisal review for PWMs in the Southern Region.
MAJOR DUTIES
01.2019
Ensured realistic plans for the division.
Ensured effective implementation of the planned activities for which the outcomes are accounted for.
Conducted regular Divisional meetings to be fully briefed of the Branches activities as well as to pass on departmental directives as issued from the executive.
Monitored performances of each branch within the Division to ensure set targets are accomplished.
Carried out road design compliance checks and granted approvals for construction on Lae-Nadzab road Section 2A on the Highlands Highway.
Carried out Bridge Design for Wasa Bridge on Hela Highway in Kandep District, Enga Province.
Will be funded by GoPNG at cost of over K10.0M.
Carried out inspection, compliance reviewed and approved bridge designs for Wiru Loop road in Pangia, Southern Highlands Province.
Project funded by ADB under tranche 3.
Developed Kumbal Bridge concept design on the Waghi River in Jiwaka, Jiwaka Province.
Project funded by GoPNG under the DSIP.
Coordinated consultancy contract for Kumalu River for topographical survey, geotechnical & hydrological investigations and preliminary concept design including contract documents and cost estimates.
Project is funded by GoPNG at a cost of K2.1M
2018 – JANUARY TO DECEMBER.
I have inspected proposed Dumpu Bridge on Ramu River, in Ramu, Madang Province and developed a concept bridge design.
Project funded by GoPNG under the DSIP.
Prepared COI tender document for Kinakon Bridge at 14 Mile in Central Province.
The contract to design and construct new C200 modular panel bridge.
The cost of the project is at K4.8M funded by GoPNG.
Carried out several road design compliance checks and approvals for construction; such as;.
Mt Hagen 4-lane road, from airport to Keltiga, 13km at over K250M funded by EXIM Bank of China,.
Epo/Kerema 2-lane road on the Hiritano Highway funded by World Bank.
Carried out Bridge Design for Haumo Super Cor Box culvert for permanent structure on Magi Highway in Alotau, Milne Bay Province.
Project is funded by GoPNG at a cost of K5.0M.
Coordinated the revising and upgrading of the PNG Flood Estimation Manual by SMEC (PNG & INT) Ltd, funded by GoPNG at K498,000
2017 – JANUARY TO DECEMBER.
Coordinated the revising and upgrading of the Road Design Manual by Cardno (PNG/INT.) Ltd to current version, April 2017.
Consultancy Service Cost at K492,000.
Initiated, prepared and coordinated draft bridge design related policies submitted to Policy & Planning Branch for publishing.
I developed draft retaining wall design guide for Department of Works which is under review.
I Performed retaining wall designs for Highlands Highway Landslips, including Wei Bridge abutment retaining wall design and documentation for Terra mesh, and Kolwara Land Slip retaining wall design and documentation for Terra Mesh.
I involved in the reviewing and approval of Erave/Simberigi Road which will link Kikori, funded by
Oil Search at a budget of K100.0M.
Reviewed and approved Lihir Ring Road design and construction funded by Lihir Newcrest Gold Mine
2016 – JUNE TO DECEMBER.
Prepared memorandum of understanding (MOU) between Department of Works and Motor Vehicle Insurance Limited (MVIL) for road signage improvement on the main highways.
Project was on hold for unknown reason.
Prepared Certificate of Inexpediency (COI) tender documents for various emergency bridge projects and coordinated to completion.
Carried out several road design checks and granted approvals for construction.
First Assistant Secretary, Deputy Secretary
01.2016
Strategic Planning) when required.
Liaised with other line Departments and Organizations on relevant Roads & Bridges Design Specifications and Standards where applicable.
Represented the Division at meetings and forums as may be necessary.
Coordinated and assisted the training and development of staff through the Human Resources Development Branch of the Department.
Performed other relevant duties and tasks as directed by the First Assistant Secretary (Design
Services Division), Prepared terms of reference and engaged consultants by bidding process to revise and upgrade the Road Design Manual.
Prepared terms of reference and engaged consultants by bidding process to revise and upgrade PNG Flood Estimation Manual.
Carried out several bridge site investigations and inspections used for planning, submission and budgeting
2015-FEBRUARY TO DECEMBER.
Carried out bridge design compliance checks for JICA funded bridge construction under the Rural Bridges Rehabilitation Program with the advisory provided by Keith Denya.
Carried out bridge design compliance checks for ADB funded bridge construction under the Rural Bridges Rehabilitation Program with the advisory provided by Keith Denya.
I reviewed design for Koh Bridge on Hoskins Road in West New Britain Province designed Uni Bridge.
I then prepared COI contract through PSTB for approval and Tri-Civil Pacific Ltd constructed to completion.
I Carried out 5 bridge sites investigations and inspection for Yangoru/Sausia District Road Bridges.
I coordinated and supervised the investigations and design of Daunda Bridge in Vanimo on the Coastal Highway leading to the PNG-Indonesia Border.
The bridge type is a prestressed concrete.
I Supervised and monitored revision of Roads and Bridges specification, new version June 2015.
Inspected Benabena Bridge on the Highlands Highway in Eastern Highlands Province after road was cut-off from massive flooding.
Designed and prepared a COI contract document for the restoration of the bridge.
I Reviewed and approved 42km Kimbe to Hoskins 4-lane Road design – Project is still pending for funding.
I Coordinated prolonged design of 4.7km Goroka Town roads to completion.
This design prolonged for 2 years since 2013 and upon taking office, I supervised the road design engineers to complete the design; including design report and cost estimates for the project.
Funded by Department of Works Provincial office.
First Assistant Secretary/ Senior Manager
07.2020 - 03.2021
Department of Works Head Quarters – CONNECT PNG PROJECT OFFICE
P O Box 1108, Boroko Waigani Drive, National Capital District
PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES
DOWs mandate and the volume of Capital Works and Maintenance Projects including other infrastructure developments projects across the designated provinces within the region demands effective and efficient delivery hence this positions establishment is strategic and aims to provide proper coordination, control and accountability.
Ensures the Provincial Works Managers are accountable and performs to expectations.
Provinces carry out the DOW functions with responsibility, duty and care and with much professionalism.
Provide professional assistance to Provincial Works Managers to ensure efficient operations of the Provincial Organization.
Provide technical guidance to Provincial Civil Engineers as required.
Liaise with appropriate Divisional/Branch Heads on matters of importance required on behalf of the Deputy Secretary (Operations).
Assist In the monitoring of civil construction works standards.
Liaise on behalf of the Deputy Secretary (Operations)with Provincial Administrators as agencies requested and assist them in implementing capital and maintenance works.
Keep all Provincial Works Managers fully briefed all times on policy matters for deliberation and decisions.
Carry out other duties as required consisted with the above.
Trainee Engineer
Period
Organisation
01.2020 - 01.2021
3
Note: DOW means Department of Work.
Regional Works Manager
07.2019 - 07.2020
Department of Works Regional Office - Southern
Office in Central Province P O Box 6631, Boroko Waigani Drive
PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES
DOWs mandate and the volume of Capital Works and Maintenance Projects including other infrastructure developments projects across the designated provinces within the region demands effective and efficient delivery hence this positions establishment is strategic and aims to provide proper coordination, control and accountability.
Ensures the Provincial Works Managers are accountable and performs to expectations.
Provinces carry out the DOW functions with responsibility, duty and care and with much professionalism.
Provide professional assistance to Provincial Works Managers to ensure efficient operations of the Provincial Organization.
Provide technical guidance to Provincial Civil Engineers as required.
Liaise with appropriate Divisional/Branch Heads on matters of importance required on behalf of the Deputy Secretary (Operations).
Assist In the monitoring of civil construction works standards.
Liaise on behalf of the Deputy Secretary (Operations)with Provincial Administrators as agencies requested and assist them in implementing capital and maintenance works.
Keep all Provincial Works Managers fully briefed all times on policy matters for deliberation and decisions.
Carry out other duties as required consisted with the above.
Senior Manager
DOW, FAS
01.2019 - 01.2020
First Assistant Secretary, Deputy Secretary
07.2016 - 01.2019
Department of Works Design Services Division
Boroko, Waigani Drive, National Capital District Port Moresby
Papua New Guinea
Accountable to, (Strategic Planning) on the relevant Government Organizations, Authorities, Donor Agencies and Private Organizations on the implementation of the National Governments Infrastructure Development Program of Road Transport (Roads & Bridges) network in Papua New Guinea
Responsible for five branches, which are headed by Assistant Secretaries and Manager in the Design Services Division.
These branches include, Architecture & Building, Roads & Bridges, Survey & Lands, Road Construction & Technical Standards, and Environment and Social Safe Guard.
PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES.
Prioritize road safety.
Roads Safety planning and adequate funding.
Maintaining technological advantage.
Updated standards for road engineering.
Environmental safeguard.
Designs needs for the annual works program identified in a timely manner.
Determine scope of works.
Roads and Bridges designs prepared.
Costing of road and bridge designs.
Work plans prepared for scoped projects.
Quality assurance of work plans and designs.
Regional Works Manager
DOW
01.2016 - 01.2019
Assistant Secretary, First Assistant Secretary
02.2015 - 06.2016
For Roads & Bridges Design Branch
Department of Works Head Quarters, Design Division
Boroko, Waigani Drive, National Capital District Papua New Guinea
Accountable to, (Design Services Division) on the relevant Government Organizations, Authorities, Donor Agencies and Private Organizations on the implementation of the National Governments Infrastructure Development Program of Road Transport (Roads & Bridges) network in Papua New Guinea, Managed and directed all functions of the Roads & Bridges Design Branch:.
Implemented all relevant programs of Roads & Bridges design and documentation functions as programmed in the Yearly Annual Work Plan.
Coordinated the development of Road & Bridges Design Standards and relevant specifications as approved by the Department of Works.
Liaised and provided design information on the projects involved to other relevant branches and divisions within the department.
Developed and included new plans/ program for the development of an integrated Road Network for Papua New Guinea.
Monitored, advised and provided reports on roads engage by the National Forest Authority and Mining & Petroleum Department to comply with the Department of Works specifications and standards.
Coordinated and carried out feasibility studies and route locations approved by the Department for the integrated road network in Papua New Guinea.
Participated in the development of Road Safety and Traffic Management Program in close cooperation with the Department of Transport and National Road Safety Council.
Prepared the branches yearly Recurrent and Development Budget Estimate Submissions and implement approved Budgets.
Monitored the branch staff performance, taking appropriate corrective measures to ensure efficient and effective performance.
Ensured implementation of all Government, Department, and Divisional Policies within the branch.
Advised and informed the First Assistant Secretary (Design Services Division) of all operational activities involved by the Branch.
Participated in the management of the Division by providing information.
First Assistant Secretary
DOW
01.2015 - 01.2016
Provincial Works Manager
03.2011 - 05.2013
Department of Works Operations Division
West New Britain Province Kimbe Office,
Papua New Guinea
Managed Provincial Works functions for the geographical area as defined for the assigned province in accordance with overall objective and to the required standards:
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:.
Interpreted policy as it affected the work of the province and made critical management decisions;.
Set and worked to acceptable Provincial objectives in terms of programs, methods and work standards;.
Planned programs and completed all work projects, maintenance and service to standards within cost and time and to the quality acceptable to clients.
Planned technical, financial and man power criteria set by headquarters and regional officers and to safety standards and under taken by contractors;.
Exercised full responsibility for financial control, technical standards, Public service matters, availability and allocation of resources, efficiency of operations, and good working practices.
Represented Department of Works in the Province, established and maintained good relationship with the Provincial Government, Provincial Management Team, Politicians and other Departments and Authorities, provided technical, financial and planning advice, particularly in preparation of the Provincial Works Program.
WORK COMPLETED:
2013-JANUARY TO APRIL.
Prepared and documented construction contract for New Britain Highway missing link from Pandi in West New Britain to Baobao in East New Britain.
Managed procurement and construction of Ruma Culvert to Area 7 Road section on New Britain Highway; upgraded and sealed, and funded by TSSP AusAID at the value of K2.0M.
Managed procurement and construction of Tiauru to Ruma Culvert road section on the New Britain Highway upgraded and sealed and funded by TSSP AusAID at K5,997,320.
Managed procurement and construction of Koloi end of Seal to Gigipuna road section on the New Britain Highway, upgraded and sealed and funded by TSSP AusAID at K6,917,474.
Managed procurement and construction of 6 proforma contracts at value of K1.4M funded by TSSP AusAID.
Managed all restoration works caused by natural disasters affecting the roads both on the New Britain Highway other national roads.
GoPNG funded the emergency works at K1.0M.
Managed procurement and construction of Road Maintenance along Ubae Amio Road from Ubae Junction to Kavenina Junction; funded by GoPNG at K1,656,974
2012-JANUARY TO DECEMBER.
Managed procurement and construction of Kimbe Town Roads upgrading, sealing and Drainage improvement works; funded by WNB Provincial Government at the value of K10,742,805.
Managed procurement and construction of Tiaru Bridges 1 & 2 Bank protection and River Tarining on the New Britain Highway in Bialla.
Managed procurement and construction of 6 proforma contracts funded by TSSP AusAID at the budget of K1,350,000 on the New Britain Highway.
Managed the successful completion of upgraded and sealed road section between Koloi Bridge to Balaha on the New Britain Highway; and funded by World Bank at a value of K7,724,101.
Managed the part completion of re-gravelling and sealing of 9.4km section of New Britain Highway between Soi and Sabala at the value of K6,359,373 funded by GoPNG.
2011-MARCH TO DECEMBER.
Managed procurement and construction of GoPNG funded projects involving 14 proforma contracts at the aggregated value of K2,300,000 on various national roads including New Britain Highway and Ubae/Amio Road.
Managed procurement and construction of GoPNG funded road projects involving 8 proforma contracts at the aggregated value of K1,200,000 on various national roads including New Britain Highway and Ubae/Amio Road.
Managed procurement and construction of GoPNG funded bridge maintenance projects involving 2 proforma contracts at the aggregated value of K617,000 on Gasmata Road.
Acting Assistant Secretary
DOW, Head Quarter, Roads & Bridges
01.2011 - 01.2013
Provincial Civil Engineer
03.2009 - 03.2011
Department of Works Operations Division
New Ireland Province, Kavieng Office, Papua New Guinea
RESPONSIBILITIES:.
Managed the Civil Engineering section, Construction and Maintenance Functions within the Province with a substantial Engineering workload;.
Prepared and reported on progress of projects to the Provincial Works Manager and funding agencies and conducted reviews at intervals on desired results;.
Carried out major duties such as planning project, allocating resources and supervising completion of all works, designing, procurement, contract documentation and construction; and.
Supervised AUSAID funded projects under Transport Sector Support Program (TSSP).
WORK COMPLETED:
2010-JANUARY TO DECEMBER.
Supervised procurement and construction of 54 km of Buluminski Highway resealing; funded by TSSP AusAID.
Supervised procurement and construction of 10 km of Fangalawa Road upgraded and Sealed; funded by Member for Kavieng DSIP at the value of K5.0M.
Coastal Protection, emergency projects;.
West Coast Road Rehabilitation Project;.
60 km of Buluminski Highway rehabilitation project;.
24 km of Lihir Ring Road regravel and seal;.
32 km of Kaut Road rehabilitation;
2009-MARCH TO DECEMBER.
Design and construction of Kafkaf 1800x1500 box culvert on Buluminski Highway.
Supervised number of Bridge maintenance projects on the Buluminski Highway and West Coast Road.
Construction of Super Cor Box Culverts over 30m Morunai River in Namatanai on the Buluminski Highway; funded by New Ireland Provincial Government at a value of K1.0m.
Designed and rehabilitate Kavieng Market Jetty; funded by New Ireland Provincial Government under its PSIP.
Supervised procurement and construction of Kavieng Town Roads; funded by the New Ireland Provincial Government under its PSIP.
Acting Provincial Works Manager
Kavieng
01.2009 - 01.2011
Project Engineer
01.2006 - 03.2009
Department of Works Operations Division
Milne Bay Province, Alotau Office, Papua New Guinea.
Managed the Civil Engineering Project section, for construction and maintenance functions within the Province.
Supervised the implementation of AusAID Projects under Transport Sector Support – Interim Program (TSSIP) 2007 & TSSP 2008.
East Cape Road: Gadudu to East Cape 14 km Road Section Regravelling & Sealing,.
East Cape Road: Daduwe to Lelehudi 15 km Road Section Regravelling & Sealing,.
Magi Highway: Naura to Gumini 10.080 km Road Section Regravelling & Sealing,.
Magi Highway: CIS to Naura 10.038 km Road Section Regravelling & Sealing – MBP
- Magi Highway: Gumini to Sagarai Junction 8 km road section Regravelling & Sealing (Pini Range).
Procured Minor Works contracts including preparation of bid documents, calling for bids, closing and opening bids, carrying out bid evaluations, and preparing recommendation reports for the DOW MBP Bid Evaluation Committee’s consideration and approval.
Provincial Civil Engineer
Department of Works
01.2006 - 01.2009
Site Foreman
Department of Works Operations Division
01.2000 - 12.2006
Milne Bay Province, Alotau Office, Papua New Guinea
Responsible for construction and maintenance works for projects funded by Government of Papua New Guinea and AusAID.
The following jobs were performed:.
Construction of multi-pipe, reinforced concrete causeways on East Cape Road;.
Assisted Provincial Civil Engineer and Australian Technical Officer (ATO) scoped and prepared Tender Documents for the following projects;.
Magi Highway – Pini Range 8 km Re-gravelling and Sealing,.
Magi Highway – CIS to Naura 10 km Re-gravelling and Sealing,.
Carried out culvert installation, bridge maintenance, construction of sea walls and concrete ford construction; and.
Supervised and constructed 3x multi-pipe, reinforced concrete causeways on East Cape Road; funded by GoPNG.
Supervised and constructed 3x multi-pipe, reinforced concrete causeways in Misima, under Misima Mines Tax Credit Scheme (MMTCS).
Project Engineer
Department of Works
01.2000 - 01.2006
Overseer/Site Foreman
Department of Works
01.1999 - 01.2000
Education
Bachelor - Civil Engineering
University of Technology
PENIAS DIDILUA PAISON (MR)
P O Box 1621, Vision City, NCD, PNG,
Member of Institute Engineer, PNG No. 2950 (1834) - undefined
Grade 10 Certificate - undefined
Hagita High School
Pre-English Course, In-Search, University of Technology - undefined
Project Management and Evaluation for Civil Engineers in Public Works, YOKOHAMA JICA International Centre, Japan - undefined
on the job training for Civil Engineers - undefined
Certificate in Middle Management for Middle Managers, Works Institute of Technology, Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea. - undefined
Microsoft Project Training for managing projects - undefined
Masters of Engineering Studies - Civil/Structural Engineering
University of Technology
NOV - undefined
DEC - undefined
Certificate Attained
Name of Institution
NOV1994
Grade 12 Certificate - undefined
Passam National High School
Skills
Carrying out investigations, writing project proposals, project scoping, preparing terms of reference, etcundefined
Accomplishments
12D Model
Do simple structural drawings, including domestic buildings, public buildings, retaining walls, bridges, culvers, drainage structures, and furniture.
Basic
Microstran
Analysis and modelling of structures
Basic.
Affiliations
Registered member of IEPNG (Institute of Engineers, Papua New Guinea) MIEPNG - current
Board Member of PNG Board of Directors – 2017 to 2018
Member of the Carr Memorial Primary School Board - current
Member of Central Papua Conference Executive Committee – current
DHERST Project Steering Committee - current
U.T.S Alumni Member – current
DoW Road Safety Committee Chairman – 2016 to July 2019
DoW Manpower Development Committee - current
DoW Land Acquisition Committee – 2016 to July 2019
Timeline
First Assistant Secretary/ Senior Manager
07.2020 - 03.2021
Trainee Engineer
Period
Organisation
01.2020 - 01.2021
Regional Works Manager
07.2019 - 07.2020
MAJOR DUTIES
01.2019
Senior Manager
DOW, FAS
01.2019 - 01.2020
First Assistant Secretary, Deputy Secretary
07.2016 - 01.2019
First Assistant Secretary, Deputy Secretary
01.2016
Regional Works Manager
DOW
01.2016 - 01.2019
Assistant Secretary, First Assistant Secretary
02.2015 - 06.2016
First Assistant Secretary
DOW
01.2015 - 01.2016
Provincial Works Manager
03.2011 - 05.2013
Acting Assistant Secretary
DOW, Head Quarter, Roads & Bridges
01.2011 - 01.2013
Provincial Civil Engineer
03.2009 - 03.2011
Acting Provincial Works Manager
Kavieng
01.2009 - 01.2011
Project Engineer
01.2006 - 03.2009
Provincial Civil Engineer
Department of Works
01.2006 - 01.2009
Site Foreman
Department of Works Operations Division
01.2000 - 12.2006
Project Engineer
Department of Works
01.2000 - 01.2006
Overseer/Site Foreman
Department of Works
01.1999 - 01.2000
TASKS COMPLETED
Bachelor - Civil Engineering
University of Technology
PENIAS DIDILUA PAISON (MR)
P O Box 1621, Vision City, NCD, PNG,
Member of Institute Engineer, PNG No. 2950 (1834) - undefined
Grade 10 Certificate - undefined
Hagita High School
Pre-English Course, In-Search, University of Technology - undefined
Project Management and Evaluation for Civil Engineers in Public Works, YOKOHAMA JICA International Centre, Japan - undefined
on the job training for Civil Engineers - undefined
Certificate in Middle Management for Middle Managers, Works Institute of Technology, Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea. - undefined
Microsoft Project Training for managing projects - undefined
Masters of Engineering Studies - Civil/Structural Engineering
University of Technology
NOV - undefined
DEC - undefined
Certificate Attained
Name of Institution
NOV1994
Grade 12 Certificate - undefined