Building Inspector II at Kenya Forestry Research Institute (KEFRI)

Duties and Responsibilities

• Reading and interpreting Architectural and Engineering drawings.
• Examine plans to ensure structures comply with building codes.
• Ensure efficient utilization of resources and budgetary control.
• Undertake general routine inspection and service of electrical, mechanical and buildings.
• Maintain, service and repair buildings; electrical installations, firefighting equipment, generators and general electrical items.
• Ensure that repairs and alterations are performed correctly.
• Ensuring that construction work in progress is in accordance with specifications and taking details of provisional items.
• Compile quarterly and annual reports on maintenance and services.

Requirements for Appointment

• A minimum of three (3) years relevant experience in the grade of Building Inspector III or in a comparable position;
• Have Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) of at least mean grade ‘C (Plain)’ or its equivalent;
• Have Diploma in Building, Construction and Civil Engineering or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
• Be accredited as a Construction Site Supervisor with the National Construction Authority (NCA); and
• Certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution.