The Department is headed by a Director Engineering. The Department is responsible for the provision of engineering services, fire and rescue services, maintenance of motor vehicles, plant and equipment. Prepare bills of quantity and forms of tender in order to quantify construction works and facilitate tendering, Provide architectural services in the design of Public infrastructure in order to ensure adherence to standards, specifications, statutory and design requirements, Install and maintain street and traffic lights in order to improve security and safety on the roads.

The department also manages the operations of the mechanical workshop in order to ensure the repair and maintenance of the Council’s fleet of vehicles and machinery, Facilitate the provision of rural water supply and sanitation services for improved hygiene; and Implement CDF projects related to infrastructure development.

Engineering Section

The Section is responsible for planning and implementing engineering services, construction of parks and gardens, and maintenance of motor vehicles, plant and equipment as well as dredging and pontoon crossing services. It shall also be responsible for conducting inspections on vehicles in order to facilitate issuance of licenses.

The Section is comprised of the following units;

Maintenance and Electrical Engineering Unit

The Unit is responsible for installation and maintenance of electrical systems, street and traffic lights; and provision of other electrical services. The Unit also is responsible for maintenance and management of public buildings and properties in order to prolong serviceability and their life span.