Deputy Director, Production Engineering at Nyayo Tea Zones Development Corporation

Job Description

The Nyayo Tea Zones Development Corporation was established through a Legal Gazette Notice No. of as a State Corporation with the aim of promoting forest conservation by providing buffer zones of tea and assorted tree species to check against human encroachment into the forestland.

Job Specification

Duties and responsibilities at this level will include:

Developing reviewing and implementing Factory policies, regulations, procedures, systems and strategies; Developing, reviewing and implementing production and maintenance operating manuals for the factory units; Coordinating the fabrication of production machines, equipment, parts and spare parts; Coordinating installation and testing of machines and equipment; Producing and distributing utilities (Steam, compressed air, water, hydrant system, Electricality and Humidification plants); Coordinating Electrical and mechanical works; Monitoring and evaluating engineering works; Preparing documentation for various engineering works; Coordinating the overhaul and modification of machines and machine parts; Preparing the bill of quantities for various works; Overseeing inspection and acceptance of machines; Carrying out machines and equipment maintenance; Ensure safety standards/procedures are adhered to accordingly; Developing and coordinating the implementation of quality operating manuals and guidelines for Engineering Division; Undertaking research on emerging issues on engineering best practices; and Staff training, development and performance management.

Person Specifications

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

A cumulative service period of fifteen years relevant work experience, three years of which should have been in a management level; Bachelors Degree in any of the following Engineering disciplines: Mechanical, Electrical or other relevant qualification from a recognized institution; Masters Degree in any of the following Engineering disciplines: Mechanical, Electrical or other relevant qualification from a recognized institution; Registration by Engineers Board of Kenya as a Professional Engineer; Valid Annual Practicing License from the Engineers Board of Kenya; Membership with Institute of Engineers of Kenya; Leadership Course lasting not less than four weeks from a recognized institution; Proficiency in computer application skills; and Demonstrated a high degree of professional competence, managerial and administrative capability as reflected in work performance and results.