Chargehand Job in the Government of Kenya - JSC

Chargehand

Requirements

For appointment to this grade, the applicant must have: –

  • A Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) Mean grade of C-(Minus) or its equivalent;
  • A Diploma in Construction Management, Building Civil Engineering or any other relevant qualification from a recognized institution;
  • Proficiency in computer applications
  • Met the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution.

Job Core Competencies

  • Ability to undertake repairs in the areas of specialization;
  • Good Interpersonal relations;
  • Good Communication skills;
  • Problem-solving skills;
  • Confidentiality and High Integrity;
  • Ability to work under pressure; and
  • Merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

  • Undertaking repairs in the areas of specialization;
  • Undertaking installations in the areas of specialization;
  • Routine checks of equipment in the areas of specialization;
  • Managing maintenance of buildings;
  • Setting standards for maintenance of equipment;
  • Liaising with users on maintenance of offices and courts;
  • Preparing of directorate’s maintenance work plan;
  • Coordinating the maintenance of generators, lifts and air conditioners;
  • Coordinating repair works in courts and offices.          

How To Apply

Interested and qualified persons are requested to make their applications by: –

  • Filling an Online Application for Employment Form available at the JSC jobs portal: www.jsc.go.ke-index.php-careers
    Applicants should upload soft copies of the following documents to the online application-
    • A letter of application;
    •  Certified copies of academic and professional certificates, testimonials and academic transcripts;
    • A detailed and updated curriculum vitae, to include background information such as past employment record (if any).
    •  Names of three (3) referees; two (2) professional referee and one (1) character reference;
    •  Certified copies of National Identity Card (I.D), Passport or any other relevant identifiable legal documents;
    • Applicant’s recent coloured passport size photographs (2 No.)
  • Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit valid copies of clearance certificates from the following bodies during the interview: –
    • KenyaRevenueAuthority
    • Higher Education Loans Board
    • Directorate of Criminal Investigation
    • Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission
    • A recognized Credit Reference Bureau;and
    • Clearance from relevant professional body.
  • Applicants MUST take note that it is a criminal offence to provide false information and documents in the job application and the same will be verified by relevant bodies.
  • The application must reach the Commission NOT LATER THAN 29TH OCTOBER, 2021 AT 5.00 P.M.
  • Only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted. Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.
  • The Judicial Service Commission is an Equal Opportunity Employer and selects candidates on merit through fair and open competition from the widest range of eligible candidates