The Kenya Bureau of standards (KEBS) is a statutory organization of the Government of Kenya established by the Standards Act, Cap 496 of the laws of Kenya in July 1974.

The mandate of KEBS is to provide Standardization, Metrology and Conformity Assessment services through Promotion of standardization in commerce and industry, Provision of testing and calibration facilities, Control of the use of standardization marks, undertaking educational work in standardization, Facilitation of the implementation and practical application of standards, Maintenance and dissemination of the International System of Units (SI) of measurements.

KEBS wishes to recruit innovative and result oriented individuals for the following position.

Asst. Metrology Officer (Mechatronic Engineer)

Key Responsibilities:

Assist to maintain custody of the national measurement standards in the assigned measurement field;Assist to maintain the traceability of the national measurement standards to the International System of Units (SI);Provide calibration services in the respective measurement fields;Assist in the implementation and maintenance of a laboratory quality management system (QMS) in line with the ISO/IEC 17025 standard;Assist in the development of new techniques of measurement and improve on the current ones;Assist in the achievement and maintenance of international recognition of the national measurement standards and the laboratory’s calibration and measurement capabilities (CMCs);Assist in the development of the laboratory’s strategic plan (SP) and participate in its implementation and review;Assist in the preparation, implementation and review of the laboratory’s performance contractCarry out assigned research and development work;Participate in measurement comparisons;Prepare and verify calibration certificates/reports;Assist in the development, implementation and review of safety procedures in the laboratory;Assist in the identification and planning for the procurement of measurement standards and equipment;Job Specifications

Job grade: KS 7

Minimum academic qualifications: Bachelor of Science (Mechatronic engineering)

Competencies:

Capable of programming machines such as programmable logic controllers, (PLCs) working knowledge of Electrical and Mechanical Systems, working knowledge of control systems and able to design mechatronic systems.

Analytical skills, Proactive, Results oriented, Integrity, Innovative.

Application forms for employment, key responsibilities and specification are to be found on the KEBS website http://www.kebs.org/about_kebs.php?view=careers.

Applications including a filled application form for employment, Curriculum vitae and copies of relevant certificates must be submitted online on or before 17th June 2011.

Click here to apply for this position online

Only short listed candidates will be contacted and canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Persons with disability and female candidates are encouraged to apply.

KEBS is an equal opportunity employer.

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To provide reliable and courteous advice, research and design, develop, manufacture, and test tools,
engines, machines, and other mechanical devices as required in management of transportation service
to customers with safety as a top priority.

The incumbent should be able to:
Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports.
Confer with engineers and other personnel to implement operating procedures, resolve system
malfunctions, and provide technical information.
Research, design, evaluate, install, operate, and maintain mechanical products, equipment,
systems and processes to meet requirements, applying knowledge of engineering principles.
Investigate equipment failures and difficulties to diagnose faulty operation, and to make
recommendations to maintenance crew.
Provide feedback to design engineers on customer problems and needs.
Oversee installation, operation, maintenance, and repair to ensure that machines and
equipment are installed and functioning according to specifications.
Develop, coordinate, and monitor all aspects of production, including selection of manufacturing
methods, fabrication, and operation of product designs.

Estimate costs and submit bids for engineering, construction, or extraction projects, and prepare
contract documents.
Establish and coordinate the maintenance and safety procedures, service schedule, and supply
of materials required to maintain machines and equipment in the prescribed condition.
Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time

Required Skill set:
Engineering and Technology -- Knowledge of the practical application of engineering. This
includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and
production of various goods and services.

Mechanical - Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and
maintenance.

Design - Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of
precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.

Administration and Management - Knowledge of business and management principles involved
in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique,
production methods, and coordination of people and resources.

Computers and Electronics - Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic
equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.

Job Specifications:
Must be a engineering Graduate
Should have at least five years experience
Should be at least thirty years old
Must be fluent in both English and Kiswahili, both written and spoken
Must be ready to work out of station for at least 50% of time.

This role shall attract a very competitive salary. Interested candidates who meet the above
minimum requirement s can apply to

The HR Manager
P.O. Box 84162-80100
Mombasa
E Mail: hrmombasajobs@gmail.com

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