Senior Engineer – KMFRI Grade 5 at Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI)

  • Kenya
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 day ago
KMFRI was established to conduct research on aquatic systems covering both marine and freshwater. The Institute has grown from staff strength of two Research Scientists at inception to the current 122 scientists. KMFRI's approved staff establishment stands at 1,350 employees. KMFRI infrastructure capacity has also expanded from two research stations bas…Senior Engineer – KMFRI Grade 5Job Specification
Duties and Responsibilities will entail;
  • Preparing institutional infrastructure maintenance plans.
  • Preparing technical designs for experimental systems based on research scientist performance requirements;
  • Advising research scientists on technical feasibility of proposed infrastructure developments;
  • Supervising ongoing infrastructure projects; and
  • Mentoring, supervising, guiding and training engineers within the department.
Person SpecificationsFor appointment to this grade, a person must have: –
  • At least six (6) years' relevant work experience, three (3) of which must have been at the position of Engineer or a comparable position in the public or private sector;
  • Bachelor of Science Degree in one of the following fields: – Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Building and Civil Engineering, Marine Engineering
  • Post-graduate diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Maritime and Civil Engineering, or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
  • Registration with the Engineers Registration Board of Kenya;
  • Supervisory Course lasting not less than two (2) weeks from a recognized institution;
  • Proficiency literate in computer especially in the use of auto card, arch card, MS word Revit, Ms Project, Civil 3D, Prokon and other structural design & detailing software. skills; and
  • Meets the requirements provisions of chapter six of constitution.
Key Competencies and Skills
  • Strong communication and reporting skills;
  • Strong analytical and numerical skills;
  • Strong organization and interpersonal skill;
  • Interpersonal and negotiation skills; and
  • Ability to work under pressure, prioritize and multitask.
Remuneration and Benefits
  • Basic Salary Scale: KShs. 116,410 - KShs. 151,334 P.M.;
  • House Allowance: KShs. 45,000 P.M.
  • Commuter Allowance: KShs. 13,000 P.M.
  • Annual Leave Allowance: KShs.12,500 P.A.
  • Medical Cover and Other Allowances: As provided by KMFRI
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