Kenya Pipeline Company Aviation Jobs

Job Description

Aviation Jobs at Kenya Pipeline Company

Kenya Pipeline Company Limited is a State Corporation whose core mandate is to receive, store, and transport petroleum products from the Port of Mombasa to the hinterland and the East African Region.

The company seeks a suitable candidate to fill the following position:

Helicopter Pilot

1 Post

Reporting to Engineering Manager

Kenya Pipeline Company Aviation Job Purpose:

To provide air services to Engineering department and Security Section as a Platform for enhancing pipeline system surveillance and rapid emergency response.

Key Responsibilities

Perform aerial right of way patrol, surveillance and sanctioned flying duties by Management.

Respond to pipeline emergencies.

Check on maintenance status, fuel requirements and fuel quantities of Helicopter prior to flight.

Prepare flight plans based on weather forecasts and operational Information.

Fly helicopter according to established operating and safety procedures, including abnormal and emergency situations.

Prepare maintenance schedule and ensure the aircraft is maintained in accordance with the manufacturer and KCAA requirements.

Support management in provision of air transport.

Prepare progress and annual reports showing achievement of the air wing function and provide justification for performance variances.

Review incidents of violations against organizational policy and regulations as well as handle employee disputes and take appropriate action in line with approved policies, procedures and regulations.

Participate in the implementation of performance management system and ensure that employees are continuously monitored and measured against realistic but challenging targets aligned to the strategic direction.

Provide leadership to multidisciplinary teams to enable them develop and implement strategic corporate plans and budgets aimed at improving performance standards and organizational effectiveness.

Develop and implement strategies for creating a high performing organizational culture based on transparency, integrity, accountability, performance measurement and results to ensure that programme activities are undertaken on sound management principles and practices.

Initiate and participate in organizational performance reviews and business process improvement programmes as well as undertake special investigations aimed at improving organizational effectiveness.

Participate in the recruitment and selection of staff in order to ensure that the candidates selected have the required job competencies and are provided with orientation and induction programme necessary for effective job performance.

Conduct training needs assessment, design and implement training programmes aimed at equipping staff with appropriate job competencies in order to improve the design and delivery of high quality services.

Key Competencies for Kenya Pipeline Aviation Job

Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of commercial civil aviation including broad knowledge of international and local standards.

Ability to interpret and apply Civil Aviation policies and procedures.

Pass a medical examination by a doctor approved by the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority.

Must have good communication skills with excellent abilities to speak, write and understanding of English and aviation language

Must be able to make accurate judgments quickly and remain calm in an emergency.

Ability to maintain professional status and keep abreast of evolving trends in piloting through continuing professional education programmes.

Demonstrate technical expertise in risk management, quality assurance in aviation industry.

Ability to deliver Kenya Pipeline Company’s articulated vision for change, create a sense of urgency around change and motivate staff to join change efforts.

Ability to empower staff through coaching and counseling by emphasizing accountability and results oriented management rather than direct supervision.

Experience required for appointment

Minimum eight (8) years relevant experience

Minimum 2000 hours total time with 200 hours total time on type…

Helicopter type rating.

Minimum Educational Level

KCSE with a mean grade of B+ (Plus) or equivalent

Professional qualifications

Kenya Civil Aviation Authority Commercial Pilot License (helicopters)

Time on AS350 will be an added advantage.

Membership to a relevant professional body

How to Apply

Suitably qualified candidates should apply in confidence by enclosing CV’s with full details of educational background, professional qualifications, relevant experience and attach copies of certificates.

Applications may be deposited by 13th March, 2015 in the APPLICATION BOX, Ground Floor at our Head Office, Kenpipe Plaza, located on Sekondi Road, off Nanyuki Road, Industrial Area orposted to:

The Managing Director
Kenya Pipeline Company Limited
P.O. Box 73442, 00200
Nairobi.

Kenya Pipeline Company is an equal opportunities employer and marginalized groups are encouraged to apply.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.