Drill Rig Operator at Ol Pejeta Conservancy (OPC)

Role Summary

Reporting to the Water Section Supervisor, the Drill Rig Operator will be responsible for the preparation and operation of the drill rig machine, drilling of new bole holes and maintenance of existing boreholes within the conservancy as may be required from time to time in an efficient & effective manner and according to the company policies and procedures.
 
Specific duties include:-

• Properly completes the job card opened for the jobs undertaken and ensures closure of the same.
• Operating the drill rig machine while drilling boreholes and installation of the borehole pump and equipment within the set operating procedures.
• Maintaining a safe working environment for self and others and ensures the work station is kept to the highest standards of cleanliness.
• Reporting any hitches or problems noticed while carrying out assigned duties to the Supervisor for appropriate action.
• Keeping in safe custody all tools and equipment allocated and uses the same in proper manner.
• Keeping in safe custody   all spare parts and materials of the jobs in progress.
• Ensures the safety and cleanliness of documentation under own jurisdiction e.g. job cards, requisition books etc.
• Adheres to the health and safety legal standards on the workplace as provided by the Act.
• Ensures proper usage of the personal protective equipment at all times while undertaking duties.
• Adheres to the company rules and regulations while maintaining a high sense of discipline.
• Handing over all the works and assignments to the supervisor or any other person in charge while leaving for off or leave.

The person To be successful in this role, applicants should meet the following criteria

• Education: Minimum ‘Secondary’ level education with professional certificates such as GTT 1 in plumbing and fitting.
• Experience: At least five years relevant experience in a busy water drilling and installation work shop and working with drilling machines.
• Key skills and qualities: Ability to work under minimum supervision with a high sense of personal initiative, Keen & fast learner, good communicator, a good team player.