This is the entry grade for Artisans at Kenya Ports Authority (KPA). Artisans in this cadre may be deployed to perform duties in any of the functional areas listed below.
Job Specifications (Duties and Responsibilities)
Assist Senior Artisans in carrying out daily safety checks on equipment.
Assist Senior Artisans in carrying out planned and breakdown maintenance.
Assist Senior Artisan in recording equipment maintenance data.
Assist Senior Artisan in undertaking housekeeping and cleaning of equipment and tools.
Assist Senior Artisan in recording equipment maintenance and components production data.
Assist Senior Artisan in tracing, sorting and carrying materials from stores to the working area.
Person Specifications (Minimum Requirements)
For appointment to this grade, a person must have:
KCSE or its equivalent.
Proficiency in Computer applications.
Government Trade Test III OR equivalent from a recognized institution.
Proficiency as a seafarer or being in possession of a Discharge Book where necessary.
Fulfilling the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution (Leadership and Integrity).
Age limit - 30 years and below.
Remuneration (Kshs.)
This role offers the following compensation structure:
Basic Salary: 67,317.00 - 85,554.00
House Allowance: 26,675.00
Motor Transport Allowance: 14,000.00
How to Apply
Interested applicants are requested to submit their applications strictly via the Authority's online Careers Portal by visiting the KPA website at www.kpa.co.ke/sites/careers/careers.html.
Applicants must fill the prescribed form on the e-recruitment portal before the deadline.
Note: Only applications submitted through the e-recruitment portal will be considered. The application deadline is 20th December 2025.
The posting also mentioned an alternative application link: www.kpapension.co.ke
