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

  • Nairobi
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 days ago
  • Apply easily
Job 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
Method of ApplicationInterested and qualified candidates MUST complete the KMFRI Job Application Form (Available from the ‘Vacancies’ section at the KMFRI Website - https://www.kmfri.go.ke), attach their testimonials, certificates, copy of their National Identification Card (ID) and Curriculum Vitae (CV). ALL soft copies application must be sent as one PDF document.
All applications must be submitted in both HARD and SOFT COPY, and envelopes containing the documents should clearly be marked with the position applied for and sent to the address below not later than Monday, 22nd September 2025.The Director General
Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute
P. O. Box 81651 – 80100
Dr. Ludwig von Krapf Road, English Point
Mombasa, KENYA
Email: recruitment@kmfri.go.keNoteSUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES in compliance with the Chapter Six of the Constitution will be required to present originals of the following documents:
  • Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations
  • Clearance/Compliance Certificate from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
  • Tax Compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority
  • Clearance from Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)
  • Clearance from recognized Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)
Only SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES will be contacted and shall be required to produce originals of their National Identity Card, academic and professional certificates during the interviews.
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