ELECTRICAL ENGINEER (JOB GRADE S7)REF: P&ES/EE/ FEBRUARY 2025
a) Job Purpose
The job is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining electrical control systems, airfield ground lighting systems, electrical building services, power back-up systems critical to the safe and efficient operation and ensuring compliance with aviation safety and operational standards.
b) Key Duties and Responsibilities
i. Developing concept and detailed engineering designs, preparation of design specifications, cost estimates and tender documents for electrical engineering projects;
ii. Participating in project management and supervision activities of capital projects;
iii. Drafting design specifications and tender documents;
iv. Establishing project risk registers and a monitoring and evaluation framework for projects;
v. Supporting project managers in preparation of electrical engineering facility’s status reports and action programs to sustain / upgrade service standards;
vi. Overseeing the implementation of electrical engineering assets maintenance programs within all airports and airstrips;
vii. Participating in project planning, origination, prioritizing and budgeting for electrical engineering projects; and
viii. Liaising with Legal department in preparation and execution of contracts.
c) Key Qualifications and Experience
i. Bachelor’s degree in Electrical & Electronics Engineering from a recognized institution of higher learning
ii. Master’s degree is desirable
iii. A minimum period of eight (8) years relevant work experience, three (3) of which must be in a supervisory position
iv. Professional registration with Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK) or equivalent
v. Postgraduate qualifications in airport engineering/ planning is an added advantage
vi. Member of Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK) or related professional body
vii. Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks
viii. Proficiency in Computer application
d) Skills and Competencies
Risk management, coaching, people management, good communication skills, analytical, problem solving & decision-making skills.
Terms and Conditions of Service
Permanent and pensionable terms as per the provisions of the Authority’s Human Resource Policy and Procedures Manual.
Documents to be submitted by the Applicants
Application letter should be accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV), a daytime phone contact, email address, email and telephone contacts of three (3) referees, copies of academic and relevant professional certificates and a copy of the National Identity Card.
Kindly note that prospective applicants can only apply for a single position which they consider themselves most suitable. Multiple applications for different positions will not be considered.
Application Criteria
The full details of the advertisement can be accessed on KAA Website https://www.kaa.go.ke under Careers Section for detailed job descriptions, requirements for appointment and instructions on how to apply.
Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit the following clearance certificates as per the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010:
(i) Police Clearance Certificate from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations
(ii) Clearance Certificate from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
(iii) Tax Compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
(iv) Clearance from the Ethics & Anti-corruption Authority (EACC)
(v) Report from an approved Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)
The clearance certificates should be valid and current. The self-declaration Form from EACC should indicate the respective position that is being applied for. Only shortlisted and successful candidates shall be contacted. Shortlisted candidates shall be required to provide original National Identity Card, Academic and Professional Certificates during the interview.
Submission of Applications
Interested and qualified persons are requested to make their applications via electronic mail [email protected] or in hard copy quoting the Job Reference on the Email title line or on the envelope to:
Managing Director / CEO
Kenya Airports Authority
KAA Head Office, Airport North Road
P. O Box 19001-00501, Nairobi Kenya.
To be considered, your application must be received not later than Monday, 10th March 2025 at 5.00pm East African Time addressed to the contact provided above. KAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, Persons with Disabilities, Minority & Marginalized Groups are encouraged to apply. Canvasing in any form or failure to attach any of the stipulated documents shall lead to automatic disqualification.