Vacancies at Kenya Airways

Brief Description  

• The candidate will install, service, maintain and repair all electrical installations, panels, generators, and other power supplies for service delivery safely and cost-effectively across the KQ network in Kenya and Outstations. 

Detailed Description        
Principal Accountabilities (Responsibility)

• Plan and manage facilities maintenance activities.  
• Install, service, maintain and repair electrical-related equipment and installations for service delivery in a cost-effective manner. 
• Assess defects on electrical installations, perform root cause analysis, and carry out corrective measures. 
• Effectively respond to emergency breakdowns for timely service delivery. 
• Carryout overhauls on major equipment components which include Electrical panels, generators, and other electrical and electrical-related systems. 
• Identify and requisition materials for the task at hand to ensure the timely release and availability of facilities and installations. 
• Ensure a safe and secure work environment for self, fellow colleagues, and equipment to maximize productivity. 
• Maintain up-to-date maintenance records. 
• Offer quality workmanship on all facilities to project the organization’s image positively.

Job Requirements        

Qualification (Minimum)  

• Diploma/Certificate in Electrical Engineering 
• KCSE C PLAIN
• 5 Years ’Experience.  
• Ability to read, understand &interpret approved maintenance documentation, MSDS, and electrical drawings.
• Team membership knowledge
• Ability to use electrical tools e.g drill

Additional Details        

Other Skills

• Identification & recommendation of systems/areas that require upgrade or replacement. 
• Airside vehicles driving approval by KAA and KCA
• Computer literate.
• Installing and maintaining electrical system, equipment and devices.
• Knowledge of safety standards and procedures.
• Testing equipment and systems.
• Using and maintaining hand and power tools, such as screwdrivers, pliers and drills.

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Brief Description        

• The candidate will install, service, maintain and repair all carpentry and joinery installations, furniture and fittings for service delivery safely and cost-effectively across the KQ Network in Kenya and Outstations. 

Detailed Description        

Principal Accountabilities (Responsibility)

• Installing wooden structures such as roofing frames, rafters, partitions, joists and studwork. 
• Designing and installing cabinets, shelving, fitted furniture, drywall and insulation.
• Adding fixtures and fittings such as door handles, locks, hinges and closures.
• Selecting lumber by size and strength to suit each job, sourcing wood to suit the customer’s budget and style. 
• Calculating the number of fasteners required for each job. 
• Liaising with clients, suppliers and other construction professionals. 
• Carryout regular maintenance of carpentry installations in various sites. 
• Perform any necessary repairs to installations. 
• Answer calls for carpentry issues from internal users. 
• Keep up to date with current safety regulations and requirements for the various carpentry installations. 
• Work carefully to follow all current regulations for carpentry work to ensure that all installations pass inspections.
• Communicate well with users to ensure client satisfaction.
• Communicate well with team members and fellow staff. 
• Manage a work log. 
• Keep detailed reports of work done at various job sites. 

Job Requirements        

Qualification (Minimum)  

• Certificate in Carpentry and Joinery.
• KCSE C PLAIN
• 5 Years ’Experience.  
• Ability to read, understand and interpret approved building drawings. 
• Basic analytical skills to identify &recommend areas that require upgrade or replacement. 
• Experience in dry works installations. 
• Furniture making and upholstery. 
• Ability to use joinery tools and machinery. 

Additional Details        

Other Skills

• Team membership knowledge 
• Driving license (desirable) 
• Computer literate. 
• Knowledge of safety standards and procedures