Senior Technician - Makueni at Water Mission

What is the opportunity?

• Reporting to the Regional Manager Makueni with guidance from the Lead Engineer. The Senior technician is responsible for performing technical tasks within the Regional office following established standards and procedures.  The person in this position must be self-driven, a devoted Christian with a clear calling from God and a heartfelt passion for our mission. This position requires that the person resides in Makueni, Kenya, where the office is located. It also involves frequent traveling to remote locations within Kenya or surrounding countries.
• Our culture: As an employee of Water Mission Kenya, the Senior technician is  responsible for developing a biblical worldview culture that leads to God-honoring excellence in all their work and reinforcing the following: providing accurate data, empowering staff to have the skills and mindset needed to acknowledge mistakes or problems as opportunities to find appropriate solutions, and empowering staff to consistently work for excellence in solutions that are consistent with Water Mission’s mission, vision, values, and standards.

The Senior technician will:-

General Responsibilities:

• Maintain a strong Christian witness and model servant leadership to colleagues, partners, the communities we serve, and the public. 

Other Responsibilities

• Carry out installation of solar PV systems [including electrical wiring, mounting of inverters and panels,testing, installation of main switches and other standard electrical work], water pipes, water tanks, water meters and  water pumps.
• Supervise masons, welders, plumbers and other contractors in construction of key water system components like treatment houses and solar racks.
• Conduct troubleshooting and repair work on solar energy systems, including identifying and resolving issues related to wiring, connections, and equipment malfunctions.
• Perform regular inspections and preventative maintenance on electrical systems, pipes, pumping system, storage and all other system equipment.
• Act as site team-leader during installations, ensuring efficient, safe and quality work with adherence to Water Mission’s high standard of installation, best practice and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure compliance with electrical and building codes and regulations.
• Ensure quality output in the installations: solar [wiring of solar panels, and installation of electrical equipments], plumbing installations [pipes, water meters, valves], construction [rebar and form works, concrete works]giving the contractors needed direction.
• Develop maintenance schedules and ensure adherence to safety procedures.
• Train system operators on the day to day running and operation of the systems, which includes daily monitoring of residual chlorine levels in treated water.
• Supervise drilling activities, monitor quality testing and assist with borehole/spring/well yield tests.
• Read and understand engineering drawings.
• Perform assessments in communities, including water quality and quantity testing, survey measurements, and other aspects as may be required.
• Provide timely project reporting, including monthly reports, assessment reports, and follow-up reports with accompanying photographs as per specific assignment guidelines.
• Timely support completed projects by attending to system operations and maintenance related issues.
• Comply with all the existing organizational policies and procedures.
• Provide disaster response support and work in other countries as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

What is required?

• Alignment with Water Mission’s Statement of Faith and core values of Love, Excellence, and Integrity.
• Fluency in written and spoken English and Swahili is required.
• Diploma/Higher Diploma in engineering (Civil, Environmental, electrical, chemical or Electro-mechanical Engineering). A bachelors degree will be an added advantage. 
• Relevant certification required: at least T1/T2 or T3 license, NCA license.
• Registration with KETRB is preferred [as professional engineering technologist for bachelor’s degree/Higher Diploma or Certified Engineering Technician for Diploma holders].
• Experience of at least 5 years in speciliased field ( preferably related to solarised water systems)
• Specialized technical skills ( such as plumbing, welding, electrical and building and construction)
• Driver’s license required [Class B].
• Advanced skills in using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and drafting programs (AutoCAD/PowerCADD, SolidWorks/ProE).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including cross-cultural communication and the ability to clearly articulate ideas and feedback in a constructive way.
• Excellent analytical, project planning, and management skills.
• Thorough understanding of the Great Commandment and the Great Commission.
• Consistent lifestyle and behaviour that bears a good witness to the Christian faith.
• A level of impeccable integrity and stewardship that demonstrates to those who invest in Water Mission Kenya a sense of security and trust that their gifts are well used and invested.
• Demonstrated ability to build consensus and work collaboratively and effectively with other leaders, volunteers, and employees at all levels.
• Must be standards and detail-oriented with the ability to plan ahead.
• Willingness and availability to travel to remote places and occasional trips abroad.
• Qualified local candidates are encouraged to apply.
• Legal authorization to work in Kenya without sponsorship.