Mechanic
Duty Station: Nairobi Joint
Mechanic Workshop with regular travel in counties where MSF works
Length of Contract: One year, renewable based on
performance
Date of issue: 03rd March 2023
Deadline for application: 13th March 2023
Médecins Sans Frontières
(MSF) is an independent international medical humanitarian organization
providing assistance to people affected by armed conflicts, epidemics, natural
or non-natural disasters or persons excluded from access to health care. The
organization has health projects in more than 68 countries.
MSF is looking to fill the
position of a Mechanic based in Joint Mechanic Workshop Nairobi. The successful
candidate reports directly to the Workshop supervisor.
Objective of the Position:
Performing autonomously
and ensuring, all necessary complex / advanced servicing, maintenance and
repair of MSF vehicles and other engines/mechanical equipment according to MSF
standards and procedures, in order to ensure that they are in perfect running
condition.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Performing
maintenance according to the instructions in the logbook, ensuring all
type of services to all vehicles are done on time
- Testing
all vehicles after each service is concluded and before it is handed back
to its driver
- Keeping
record of vehicle’s driver remarks and carrying out repairs if needed
(vehicles and other mechanical equipment) and filling in service, repair
or vehicle logbook. Reporting to the line manager any problem related to
MSF vehicles
- In
the case of a breakdown, making a diagnosis, informing the line manager
and after approval carrying out any complex / advanced repairs needed.
- Following
up the validity of all documents (annual inspections, insurance or any
other required documents)
- Assist
in the briefing or training of drivers regarding vehicle services and
maintenance; how to drive as per the MSF regulations, adapting to road
conditions, convoy regulations etc.
- Managing
the stock of consumable items, filling in the stock cards, carrying out
physical stock inventories, executing orders necessary for renewing stock
- Responsible
for the equipment and tools, including extinguishers, checking they are
correctly and safely used, maintaining and renewing them when necessary
and keeping the inventory updated.
- Ensuring
that all records related to maintenance are always completed and preparing
needed reports before and after any repair or maintenance.
- Responsible
for major maintenance of the mission generators as outlined in the mission
energy policy
- Make
internal request to supervisor for parts needed for service and repairs of
vehicles, generator and other motorized equipment
- Responsible
for training the field generator operators and field mechanics on basic
maintenance
- Support
the team involved on the efficient use of the service management software
- Participates
in monthly intersectional workshop activities reporting
- Make
field visits on request or when required to carry out services, minor and
major repairs of vehicles and/or motorized engines in the field.
Education
- Essential:
Diploma on mechanics or related studies.
Experience
- Demonstrable
mechanical experience. (Minimum 2 years experience).
Languages
- Fluency
in English and Kiswahili
Competencies
- Excellent
analytical skills, at ease with figures and data.
- Excellent
communication and diplomatic skills, including writing skills
How to Apply
Applicants MUST be Kenyan
nationals and have the necessary statutory documents (ID,
NSSF, NHIF and a PIN certificate). Candidates meeting the above
qualifications are requested to submit a motivation letter and an updated
Curriculum Vitae as a single file mentioning on the subject email line, “MECHANIC”, to: Email: msff-kenya-recruitment@paris.msf.org
Applications must be
received by the deadline. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. MSF
is an equal opportunity Employer and does not charge any application/
recruitment fee.
The protection of your
personal data is important to MSF and will be treated confidentially. By
submitting your application, you consent to MSF using your personal data only
for the recruitment process to have all the information and documents necessary
to proceed with the recruitment, validation of your application and selection
of the most suitable candidate. MSF does not sell your personal data under any
circumstances. If you have any questions, requests or concerns, you can contact
us on msff-kenya-recruitment@paris.msf.org
MSF is committed to
achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, race, religion, nationality
and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons
with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We are committed to achieving a
balanced gender distribution and therefore encourage women to apply.
MSF provides a work
environment that reflects the values of gender equality, teamwork, integrity
and a healthy balance of work and life. MSF does not tolerate sexual exploitation
and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment and
discrimination.
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