AIRPORT ENGINEER (S7) JOB OPPORTUNITY

AIRPORT ENGINEER (S7) JOB OPPORTUNITY

Ref: PES /AE7/AUGUST/2023 Kenya Airports Authority

Job Purpose

Are you a dynamic engineer ready to take flight in your career? Join Kenya Airports Authority as an Airport Engineer and be the driving force behind infrastructure excellence and operational ingenuity at the airport. Your role is pivotal in ensuring top-notch preventive maintenance, infrastructure upkeep, budget management, and seamless work execution.

Key Responsibilities

i. Strategic Planning & Budgeting

• Collaborate with Airport Manager and General Manager, Projects & Engineering Services to identify technical projects for future airport development plans.
• Forge partnerships with external service providers (KPLC, Nairobi Water & Sewerage Co., and international airport equipment manufacturers).

ii. Leadership & Excellence

• Motivate and empower your team to achieve remarkable capabilities and overall objectives.
• Ensure meticulous monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting.

iii. Documentation & Accountability

• Oversee division’s budgeting, reporting, cash flow, and debt management.
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting structures within the institution.

iv. Maintenance Schedule & Procurement

• Craft a dynamic preventive maintenance schedule for all engineering activities.
• Prepare detailed specifications and tender documents for efficient procurement processes.

v. Budget Management

• Develop the annual engineering services budget in close collaboration with the airport technical team.
• Ensure efficient implementation of the approved budget and timely project execution.

vi. Technical Expertise

• Participate actively in cross-functional and departmental team meetings.
• Provide invaluable technical insights and advice on engineering services.

vii. Workshop Oversight

• Supervise various technical workshops (Mechanical, electrical, electronics) to ensure continuous excellence.

Key Qualifications and Experience

• Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Civil & Structural Engineering, Building & Construction, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Electrical & Electronics Engineering from a recognized institution.
• Member of Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK) with valid registration.
• Minimum of eight (8) years of relevant working experience, including at least 3 years in a managerial/supervisory role.

Skills and Competencies

• Team player with exceptional communication, interpersonal, supervisory, and analytical skills.

Application Criteria

For a detailed job description, appointment requirements, and application instructions, visit KAA Careers Section at https://www.kaa.go.ke. Shortlisted candidates will need to provide specific clearance certificates as per Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010:

• Police Clearance Certificate from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations
• Clearance Certificate from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
• Tax Compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
• Clearance from the Ethics & Anti-corruption Authority (EACC)
• Report from an approved Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)

Expert Tips To Be A Successful Applicant

To truly excel in your application and secure this exciting role:

• Showcase your leadership experience and strategic planning prowess in your resume.
• Emphasize your collaboration skills and ability to work with external partners.
• Highlight your budget management track record and project execution achievements.
• Demonstrate your technical expertise and contributions in cross-functional teams.
• Address the required clearance certificates meticulously to ensure a smooth process.

Submission of Applications

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to apply:

• Via email: recruitment@kaa.go.ke
• In hard copy: Quote the Job Reference on the Email title line or envelope and send to: Managing Director / CEO Kenya Airports Authority KAA Head Office, Airport North Road P. O Box 19001-00501, Nairobi Kenya.

Application deadline: Monday, 21st August, 2023 at 5.00pm East African Time

KAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, Persons with Disabilities, Minority & Marginalized Groups are encouraged to apply. Any form of canvassing or failure to attach required documents will lead to disqualification.

Note: Candidates re-applying for previous positions are encouraged to seize this opportunity. All advertisements prior to this date have been nullified.

Join us in shaping the future of airport engineering excellence!