Kenya Wildlife Service Jobs
The Service is in the process of strengthening its Aircraft Maintenance Wing in compliance with the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) Approved Maintenance Organization (AMO) requirements and therefore seeks to fill the under-listed positions at its Airwing located at Wilson Airport.
Kenya Wildlife Service Chief Base Maintenance Manager JobsJob Grade “3b”
Duties & ResponsibilitiesEnsure that every maintenance task is properly planned for, safely executed, with adequate manpower coverage and using current technical publications.
Guarantee that maintenance is carried out to acceptable aviation industry standards and best practices in accordance with the civil aviation law.
Monitor aircraft documents to ensure it is completed in an accurate and timely manner.
Ensure that the aircrafts are certified for release to service in accordance with the civil aviation regulations.
Ensure satisfactory completion and certification of all work required by contracted operators /customers, in accordance with the work specification based on maintenance planning requirements.
Ensure that personnel engaged in aircraft maintenance activities are competent at all levels.
Enforce safety and health procedures and practices outlined in the company manuals and ensure that there exists an appropriate method of work and documentation handover from one person/ group to the next.
Monitor and ensuring the effective application and observance of human factors.
Ensure that all aircraft spare parts are provisioned, stored and issued out in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations and KCAA requirements.
Facilitate proper segregation and identification of unserviceable parts and the control thereof until they are returned to the stores in serviceable condition and or scrapped accordingly.
Attend to customers complaints in regards to maintenance issues.
Check that all sub-contract orders are correctly detailed and that the requirements of the contract/order are fulfilled in respect of inspection and quality thereof.
Constantly review leave of absence, accident reports and sickness documentation and taking necessary action accordingly.
Ensure compliance with health and safety requirements and that the facility is kept clean, well-lit and ventilated.
Supervise and handle staff admin matters in the section.
Job Requirements
Degree in aeronautical engineering or its equivalent from a recognized institution with five (5) years’ work experience OR Diploma in aeronautical engineering and/or a minimum of ten (10) years’ experience as a licensed certifying engineer.
Be a licensed aircraft maintenance engineer with the following categories;
“A” and “C” rotorcraft,
“A” airplanes and
“C” engines.
Have at least five (5) years’ experience in maintaining the same categories of aircraft.
Have experience as a certifying engineer for Cessna 208 series, PT6A series engine, Bell 407, Bell 206 series, MD 500 D/E & 530F series and Robinson R22/44 series rotorcraft/aircraft.
Having experience as a certifying engineer for Airbus AS350 series will be an added advantage.
Have experience as a certifying engineer for Cessna 100 series, Cessna 200 series, Piper 100 series and Aviat Husky series aircraft.
Have experience as a certifying engineer for the following piston engine types: Lycoming O-320, O-360, IO-540 series.
Have experience as a certifying engineer for the following piston engine types: Continental O-470, IO-520, IO-550 series.
Have received type training on every aircraft maintained within the approved scope of KWS AMO.
Have attended a management or supervisory course.
Comprehensive knowledge of the current KCAA AMO regulations.
A certification in computer related studies is an added advantage.
How to apply
Interested and suitably qualified individuals should forward their applications enclosing copies of their academic and professional certificates, copy of ID card, detailed CV indicating work experience, current remuneration and employer, daytime telephone contact – both office and mobile, names, addresses and emails of three (3) referees
to the address below not later than 21st May, 2018 at 4.00pm.
Director General
Kenya Wildlife Service
P. O. Box 40241 - 00100
Nairobi, Kenya.
Email: recruitment@kws.go.ke
Applications without relevant qualifications, copies of documentation/details as sought for will not be considered. Any form of canvassing shall lead to automatic disqualification. Only short-listed candidates shall be contacted.
For more information and job application details, see; Kenya Wildlife Service Chief Base Maintenance Manager Jobs
Kenya Wildlife Service Chief Quality Manager Jobs
Job Grade “3b”
Duties & Responsibilities
Inspect tools & tool-boxes for proper control & accountability during and after use (whether personal or institution’s tool-boxes).
Demand for corrective actions by various process owners, for continuous improvement
Ensure certification of hanger-equipment after inspection (periodic/Annual).
Monitor the A.M.O’s compliance with the Kenya Civil Aviation Regulations.
Ensure that all Air wings staff adheres to the M.P.M. rules.
Link the Air wing’s A.M.O and the Civil Aviation Regulator(s).
Ensure that, high quality standards are met at all times.
Advice the Air wing’s A.M.O on matters to do with aviation laws & their amendments as released by KCAA.
Ensure proper execution of stores operational procedures.
Perform routine inspection of special tools/equipment for serviceability & their proper usage.
Manage staff admin issues in the section.
Job Requirements
Degree in aeronautical engineering or its equivalent from a recognized institution with five (5) years’ work experience OR Diploma in aeronautical engineering and/or a minimum of ten (10) years’ experience as a licensed certifying engineer.
Be a licensed aircraft maintenance engineer with the following categories;
“ A” and “C” rotorcraft,
“A” airplanes and
“C” engines.
Have at least five (5) years’ experience in maintaining the same categories of aircraft including three (3) years in the quality department.
Have received type training on every aircraft maintained within the approved scope of KWS AMO.
Have successfully completed a quality management course recognized by the KCAA.
Have attended a management or supervisory course.
Have comprehensive knowledge of the current KCAA AMO regulations.
A certification in computer related studies is an added advantage
How to apply
Interested and suitably qualified individuals should forward their applications enclosing copies of their academic and professional certificates, copy of ID card, detailed CV indicating work experience, current remuneration and employer, daytime telephone contact – both office and mobile, names, addresses and emails of three (3) referees to the address below not later than 21st May, 2018 at 4.00pm.
Director General
Kenya Wildlife Service
P. O. Box 40241 - 00100
Nairobi, Kenya.
Email: recruitment@kws.go.ke
Applications without relevant qualifications, copies of documentation/details as sought for will not be considered. Any form of canvassing shall lead to automatic disqualification. Only short-listed candidates shall be contacted.
For more information and job application details, see; Kenya Wildlife Service Chief Quality Manager Jobs
Short-listed candidates will be required to obtain and be in possession of the following documents at the interview stage:-
Certificate of good conduct from the CID.
Tax compliance certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority.
Clearance from Higher Education Loans Board (Where applicable).
Clearance from Kenya Credit Reference Bureau.
Clearance from Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission.
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