The role of the Engineering Technician involves providing technical support across various engineering disciplines essential for the Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI) operations. This is a contractual position focused on hands-on maintenance, repair, and installation tasks related to the Institute's physical infrastructure, research assets like vessels, and crucial operational equipment.
Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be tasked with assisting in the following areas:
- Undertaking electrical installations.
- Inspecting and servicing electrical equipment.
- Maintaining and repairing buildings.
- Maintenance of research Vessels.
- Maintaining the internal road network.
- Servicing generators, Air condition, Firefighting, electrical and other related equipment.
- Maintaining electrical, building and Research Vessels records for service.
- Following up with Kenya Power and Lighting Company for power supply.
- Verifying water and electrical meter readings and ensuring settlement of the bills.
- Providing input to the procurement department to source for materials to be used in the accomplishment of tasks and assignments.
- Carrying out routine checks on equipment, machines and tools for efficiency to avoid breakdowns and operational costs.
Person Specifications and Qualifications
For appointment to this grade, a person must meet the following requirements:
- Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade C plain (or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution).
- A Diploma / Technician certificate Part II in Electrical, Building, or Civil Engineering, OR a 2nd Class Marine Engineer Certificate of Competency (Unlimited or Limited) in their respective fields, obtained from the Kenya National Examination Council (KNEC) or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
- Registration with a relevant authority.
- Proficiency in computer applications.
Key Competencies and Skills
- Organizational skills.
- Communication skills.
- Interpersonal skills.
- FINANCE AND ACCOUNTING knowledge.
- Proficiency in computer applications.
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