Coxswain at Water Resources Authority

Job Description

Job Summary

• Pilot or navigate the boat safely and efficiently
• Pilot or navigate the boat when transferring passengers
• Maintain rescue equipment on the boat
• Carry out basic boat maintenance and cleanliness
• Oversee boat house keeping
• Report any incidents and occurrences to the head of station;
• Disseminate relevant safety information, instructions and guidance to boat users onboard;
• Provide directions and instructions during emergencies.
• Report any mechanical problems of the boat;

Qualifications

• Certificate of Proficiency as Coxswain in accordance with the Merchant Shipping (Training and Certification) Regulations as amended or equivalent from a recognized institution;
• A minimum of five (5) years relevant experience preferably in marine transport industry
• Experience in deep sea operations
• First-Aid Certificate Course
• MUST Comply with the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010 which include:
• Certificate of good conduct from the Director of Criminal Investigations;
• Clearance from the Director of Public Prosecutions;
• Clearance from Higher Education Loans Board;
• Clearance from Kenya Revenue Authority;
• Clearance from the Credit Reference Bureau; and
• Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission

Skills and Competencies

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills;
• Should be an organized person
• Personal Survival Skills
• Life Saving Skills
• Basic Fire Fighting skills
• Swimming skillsTerms of Service and Remuneration

The successful candidate for all the above position will serve on probation for a period of six months thereafter translate to Permanent and Pensionable terms.