Deputy Director (Mechanical)

About This Job

The Punjab Irrigation Department's PMO for Remodeling and Rehabilitation of Link Canals and Implementation of Mega Projects also has one BPS-18 contract vacancy for Deputy Director (Mechanical) in Lahore, to cover the mechanical-engineering aspects of gate and hoisting works on the province's canal system.

Eligible candidates need a B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering from an HEC-recognized university, or a Master's in Mechanical Engineering (with a B.Sc. prerequisite), PEC registration, and experience in hydraulic gate design, hoisting mechanisms, and canal/barrage superstructure work, alongside prior project-implementation experience. Twelve years of experience is required for B.Sc. holders, six years for M.Sc. holders, with a minimum second division (45%+) academic record. The post is open to both genders aged 18 to 50, and Punjab domicile is mandatory (obtainable via the Dastak Doorstep Delivery App).

The role pays Rs. 288,750 per month plus annual increment as per government policy, or the existing pay scale with incentive allowance for serving officers. Interested applicants should apply online through jobs.punjab.gov.pk by 7 September 2026. Key duties include overseeing consultant deliverables, coordinating with contractors and consultants, reviewing gate designs and technical specifications, and assisting the Director Technical.

Job Information

Commission / Board

Punjab Job Portal

Place of posting

Lahore

City

Lahore

Postal Code

54000

Domicile

all punjab

Age (Male)

18–50 years

Age (Female)

18–50 years

Salary / BPS

Rs. 288,750/month (BPS-18, contract)

Contract duration

Contract basis (Project Management Office); duration tied to project timeline

Advt. date

24 August 2026

Fee note

No application fee mentioned in the advertisement.

Last date

7 September 2026

Qualification Required

• Qualification:B.Sc. Mechanical Engineering from an HEC-recognized university OR Master's in Mechanical Engineering (with B.Sc. prerequisite); PEC registration required; minimum second division (45% and above).
• Experience:12 years for B.Sc. Engineering holders, or 6 years for M.Sc. Engineering holders, with experience in hydraulic gate design, hoisting mechanisms, and canal/barrage superstructures, plus project-implementation experience.

Posts Breakdown

Important Dates

1. Advertisement Published24 August 2026
2. Last Date to Apply7 September 2026

How to Apply

1. Apply online through the Punjab Job Portal (jobs.punjab.gov.pk) using the 'Apply for this Job' button on the listing page before the closing date.

Additional Details

Project

Remodeling and Rehabilitation of Link Canals and Implementation of Mega Projects

District

Lahore

Salary Note

Rs. 288,750/month plus annual increment per government policy, or existing pay scale plus incentive allowance

Domicile Note

Domicile obtainable through the Dastak Doorstep Delivery App

Employment Status

Contract

Key Responsibility

Oversee consultant deliverables, coordinate with contractors/consultants, review gate designs and technical specifications, and assist the Director Technical.

Job Posted On Portal

2026-08-24

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