Senior Superintending Engineer (Mechanical) at Mandera County Government

Duties and Responsibilities

• Preparation of development plans, proposals and designs for new improved workshop facilities;
• Implementation of workshop development programmes;
• Design of vehicle bodies, special purpose plant, vehicles, and plant modifications, and other items;
• Preparation of requirements for procurement and placement, overhaul, utilization, allocation and arrangement of the vehicle, plant, equipment and workshop tools;
• Repair and maintenance of the mechanical machines and equipment;
• Provision of transport services;
• Enforcement of quality;
• Carrying out cost estimates of all repair work including work entrusted to Outside contractor;
• Submission of regular reports;
• Advising on spares holdings and all matters connected with maintenance and repairs of vehicles and plant;
• Inspect and test vehicles and equipment before and afier repairs;
• Conduct proficiency test for drivers;
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirements for Appointment

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical/automotive engince ing or its equivalent and relevant qualification from a recognized institution;
• Been registered by engineers’ board of Kenya (EBpinstitute_of Engineers ot Kenya (IEK) as a Graduate Engineer;
• Have a current valid annual practicing license from the Engineers Registration Board of Kenya or any other relevant professional body;
• Have served in the grade of Superintending Engincer or comparable position in the public/private service for a period of at least three (3) years in professional field;
• Demonstrate competency and ability required to handle technical and administrative matters at this level;  and work under pressure:
• Good time management skills and capacity to meet deadlines; and
• Satisfy the requirement of Chapter Six of the Constitution.