Senior Assistant Plant Engineer at Kenya Animal Genetic Resources Centre

Duties and responsibilities at this level will include:

• Developing and implementing operational, maintenance, and repairs of equipment for effective and efficient liquid nitrogen production, cold rooms and laboratory equipment;
• Reporting on status of liquid nitrogen production and distribution in relation to customer demand;
• Ensure the standby generators are in good working condition;
• Ensure technical maintenance of all the machines, cold rooms and laboratories equipment at the Centre;
• Work closely with external service providers tasked with plant maintenance and equipment;
• Maintain an efficient and safe working environment for all employees; and
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and conduct tests of electrical installations.

Job Specification

• Diploma in any of the following disciplines: Mechanical, electronic, electrical, power mechanic engineering or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
• Should have a minimum of two (2) years’ experience in a similar position;
• Experience in maintenance of liquid nitrogen plants; and
• Fulfil the requirements of chapter six of the Constitution.

Key competencies and skills

• Good communication;
• Ability to work under pressure and with minimal supervision;