Jobs and Vacancies in REA Vipingo, Kenya

REA Vipingo Plantations Ltd, is the leading sisal producer in East Africa and operates large scale Estates in Kenya and Tanzania.
 
The Company invites applications from suitably qualified Kenyan citizens to fill the position of Junior Production Supervisor, reporting to the Production Manager.
 
Job Purpose: To facilitate land preparation, Sisal husbandry and Sisal harvesting to the required standards.

Key Responsibilities:
·                     Monitor land preparation, upkeep and harvesting activities
·                     Ensure that the tasks assigned are effectively performed to the required standards and specifications.
·                     Supervise the head person’s assignments; and present daily work reports to the Management.
·                     Ensure that Safety & Health regulations are followed and enforce the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
·                     Ensure disciplinary matters among employees at work stations are handled appropriately and promptly.
Qualification and Experience:
·                     Relevant Degree in Agriculture from a recognized University.
·                     At least three (3) years working experience in a busy agricultural field setup.
·                     Aged 25 years and above.
·                     Able to work with minimal supervision.
·                     Knowledge of Safety & Health matters is necessary.
·                     Experience on Sisal and Horticulture will be an added advantage.



The Company invites applications from suitably qualified Kenyan citizens to fill the position of Electrical Supervisor, reporting to the Technical Manager.
 
Job Purpose: The Estates have major electrical installations to supply large scale factory machinery.

Apart from regular maintenance and repair there is a constant development programme which requires new internal electrical supplies to be planned and installed.
 
Key Responsibilities:
1.           Overall responsibility for service schedules and repair work.
2.           Planning and design of new electrical systems.
3.           Energy efficiency planning and systems implementation. Will be required to sit on the Energy committee and Health & Safety committee.
Qualifications and Experience:
1.           Relevant Degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized University. Or a diploma in Electrical Engineering with (10) three years’ experience
2.           Valid electrician Licence, Class A or B
3.           Aged 35 years and above.
4.           Able to organize a team of personnel and maintain work standards.
5.           Knowledge of Safety & Health matters is necessary and Health & Safety statutory training required.
6.           Experience on equivalent large scale operations will be an added advantage.
7.           MUST be a member of good standing with a relevant professional body.
All Applications with detailed CVs, copies of Certificates and Testimonials should be addressed to the:

General Manager
REA Vipingo Plantations Ltd, DWA Estate
P.O. Box 71 - 90137, 
KIBWEZI.

To be considered, all applications MUST BE received on or before 15th January, 2018