Laboratory Manager at Mombasa Water Supply and Sanitation

 (Ref: MWSSC/HR/ENG-003/2021)

Purpose for the Job

To ensure that the laboratory maintains high standards of accuracy and operational efficiency in line with applicable standards.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• To analyse samples collected for testing for the various waste water treatment parameters.
• To ensure that the effluent is treated and disposed of in an environmentally friendly way.
• Prepare and adhere to work plans and programs for the waste water plant and other treatment facilities laboratory operations
• Budgeting for laboratory equipment and reagents for treatment plant and other facilities.
• Identification of suitable sampling points on sewer networks and sewage treatment plants
• Detection of sources of sub-standard or unauthorized sewage and industrial effluents
• Ensure compliance to NEMA effluent standards (Environmental Management and Co-ordination (Water Quality) Regulations, 2006, Third & Fifth Schedules).
• Mentoring and training of staff at the station.
• Regular evaluation of laboratory personnel competences.
• Researching on new laboratory methods of analysis
• Preparing laboratory reports and proper record keeping
• Performing any other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the head of division/Department.

PERSONAL SPECIFICATIONS

1. Bachelors Degree in Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry or Analytical Chemistry.
2. 5 years experience in a related field.

Required skills and competencies

1. Strong interpersonal skills
2. Strong communication skills in English and Kiswahili
3. Ability to adopt in a highly changing environment
4. Strong leadership, management skills
5. Be a team player and uphold integrity

Basic Salary Details: 50,000 – 98,997 Kshs. per month:

Terms of employment: Permanent and pensionable

In additional to the above requirements, each candidate must satisfy the requirements of chapter six of the Constitution of Kenya on Leadership and integrity through provision of;-

• Current certificate of good conduct from Directorate of Criminal Investigation Department.
• Current Tax compliance certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority.
• Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC).
• Certificate from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB).