Technical Manager Job in Naivasha Kenya


A geothermal power plant based in Naivasha seeks to recruit a Technical Manager reporting to the Plant Manager, the ideal candidate will be responsible for:

Key Result Areas:

  • Assisting the Plant Manager in directing, coordinating, controlling and managing the Company’s technical operations and maintenance of infrastructure.
  • Ensuring that the Power Plant operates to the required standards.
  • Developing and supervising the plant maintenance programme.
  • Managing all major and minor plant maintenance works.
  • Attending to plant breakdowns and equipment failure
  • Ensuring proper management of the Company’s assets such as the plant, equipment, machinery and vehicles through effective maintenance and repairs.
  • Coordinate the operations and maintenance departments
  • Manage the development of technical staff.
  • Facilitate achievement of overall Company objectives.
  • Preparation of technical reports for the company.
Minimum Requirements for the position:
  • An Engineering degree from a recognized university.
  • Five (5) years working experience three of those at a senior level preferably within a manufacturing plant
  • Hands on engineering work experience
  • Proficiency in computer applications.
Competencies:
  • Have demonstrated management skills
  • Have strong teamwork and interpersonal skills
  • Must be self-driven and motivated with focus on a high need for achievement; people and work oriented and have demonstrated good leadership qualities.
  • Ability to work under pressure at the power plant site for long hours
  • A person of high integrity
  • A team player who has the ability to counsel, coach and mentor staff
Interested persons should submit their applications and detailed CV on or before 30th May 2012 to:
 
DN.A/1286
P.O Box 49010-00100 
Nairobi
 
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.