Mechanical Engineer - Production Option

Mechanical Engineer - Production Option

Location Nairobi
Job Category Engineering & Construction
Work Type Full Time

Salary Not specified


Duties and Responsibilities
Designing Plant layout
Attending production meetings and forecasting production requirements
Calculating production costs that include equipment, time and labour
Deciding on the effective use of resources, e.g. raw materials, equipment and staff
Producing maintenance schedules
Testing that systems are working correctly
Identifying, investigating and repairing system faults

Process/Packing Engineer - UNILEVER

JOB TITLE: Process/Packing Engineer
JOB LOCATION: Durban/Johannesburg
DEPARTMENT: Supply Chain
Description

No matter who you are, or where in the world you are, the chances are that our products are a familiar part of your daily routine.

Every day, around the world, people reach for Unilever products. Our brands are trusted everywhere and, by listening to the people who buy them, we've grown into one of the world's most successful consumer goods companies. In fact, 150 million times a day, someone somewhere chooses a Unilever product.

Look in your fridge, or on the bathroom shelf, and you’re bound to see one of our well-known brands. We create, market and distribute the products that people choose to feed their families and keep themselves and their homes clean and fresh.


This position is opened to South African citizens only.

Minimum Criteria

BSc degree in Chemical/Mechanical/Electrical/Industrial Engineering with a
minimum 2-3 years in a processing/projects/operational or engineering background in a manufacturing environment.



Essential requirements:
Strong networking and communication (written and verbal) skills
Ability to work effectively with a number of cultures and without supervision

Preferred requirements:
Experience in a range of categories and in packing and processing.
Experience in management of innovation/engineering projects.


Main Job Purpose:
The Category Technology Process or Packing engineer supports the role of the Technology manager to ensure new Innovations and Capacity expansions are delivered through detailed evaluations and the subsequent deployment of appropriate Technology across the Category. Typical focus areas include:
Product Innovation and harmonisation support
Technology Custodian and Regional dynamo for Best Practice and Core Design in Make (Process engineer specific) or Pack (Packing engineer specific)
Development of medium/long term Manufacturing Technology Strategies
CAPEX management – planning and implementation prioritisation.


Key Accountabilities:
Lead change management role on projects ensuring all technical inputs are available to project team and Supply chain is geared up for deployment of new innovations VIP, product transfers, roll outs, recipe changes, growth and line extensions with an agreed time plan.
Single point of contact for innovation teams and sourcing units as technology expert (process or packing). Provide technical leadership into NPI negotiations, agreements and initiatives
Ensures project briefs are delivered to factory and UEnS teams for change.
Deliver proposals to drive Unilever’s technical development (including roll out of internal and external best practices and Unilever core design.)
Technical member of global and regional technical networks or virtual sites.
Support planning partners in the allocation decisions for innovation capability and manufacturing capacity.
Supports CAPEX management – supporting short, medium and long term investment for growth, innovation and convergence. Leads CAPEX planning process for cluster.
Manage engineering standards and processes to ensure compliance to core and regional requirements.
Ensure effective link with R&D and factories for innovation, capacity and VIP delivery.
Support quality improvement projects led by Product Group Quality.

ONLINE ASSESSMENT:
Please note: as part of the job application, you will be asked to complete an online assessment. Completion of the assessment is mandatory in order to be considered. Please allow yourself plenty of time to complete both the application and assessment. If the assessment is filled out partially or not at all, it will adversely affect the progress of your application. Please be aware that you will have to complete the assessment at once as you will be unable to return to it later.
For further information about this position please call 0800 980 612
 CLOSING DATE:
18th October 2013

Senior Engineer - at Eskom in Mpumalangaat Eskom in Mpumalanga

Job Title: Senior Engineer Prof Engineering X2 (Control & Instrumentation and Electrical Engineering)

Position/Task Grade: P16

Area of specialization: To provide a specialist Electrical Engineering and a specialist Control & Instrumentation Engineering service to Generation

Department: Engineering

Business Unit: Tutuka Power Station

Location: Mpumalanga

Reference Number: 50148263SN / 329-1311765

Minimum Requirements
Qualification(s):
Grade 12 + 4 (BSc Eng / B Eng)
Professional Registration with ECSA

Experience:
4 years post qualification experience

Skills and Competencies:
Communication
Project management
Computer literacy
National and international engineering codes and standards
Analytical
Leadership
Plant fundamental policies
Financial
Root cause analysis
Presentation
Report writing

Key Responsibilities:
Resolve level 1 integrated engineering problems
Validate and integrate the life cycle plans for the plant
Provide specialist engineering advice/assistance
Manage engineering projects and modifications
Perform technical and financial evaluations

How to apply:
https://recruitment.eskom.co.za/live/content.php?Item_ID=31159

Deadline: 29 August 2013

Civil Engineering Experts Campaign - Aurecon in Gauteng

Job Title: Civil Engineering Experts Campaign

Job No. 876218

Department:
Land Development Infrustructure

Work type:
Permanent - Full Time

Location:
Tshwane

Thank you for your interest in Aurecon , we appreciate the time you have taken to send us your CV.
We receive an overwhelming amount of ad-hoc CVs daily, which we register on our database.
We however encourage applicants to register their CVs on our website against specific suitable vacancies or for future opportunities.
You do not need to complete the application at one sitting; you can return to your partially completed application by logging in to the system using the email address and password you create at the start of the process.
We also strongly encourage you to upload your all supporting documents with your online application.
Once your CV is registered, it will be very convenient for you to track the status of your application/s.
Should you have any queries, please contact us on +27 12 427 2000.

How to apply:
http://careers.aurecongroup.com/jobDetails.asp?sJobIDs=876218&lWorkTypeID=&lLocationID=7725%2C7726%2C7727%2C7728%2C7729%2C7730%2C7731%2C7732%2C7733%2C7735%2C7736%2C7737%2C7738%2C7739%2C7740%2C7741%2C7742%2C7743%2C7744%2C7745%2C7747%2C7748%2C7749%2C7750%2C8403%2C8476&lCategoryID=&stp=AW&sLanguage=en

Deadline: 31 December 2013

Graduate Mechanical Engineer - WSP in Cape Town

Job Title: Graduate Mechanical Engineer

ID: 6818

Location : Africa - South Africa - Cape Town

Type : Permanent


Introduction

WSP Industrial, subsidiary of WSP Group world-wide is one of the largest multi-disciplinary engineering consultancies in Southern Africa, providing design and consultancy services in the property, transport, construction, civil, structural and industrial sectors. To further our strategic business expansion plan, we are seeking new employees who are loyal, committed, competent and proud to work for us. We are committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity in employment.
Responsibilities

The items detailed herein are guidelines for the Graduate Mechanical Engineer position. They are to include the items detailed below but are not limited to these. These items are indicators of eligibility / capability for the position. The suitability of staff for the position remains at the discretion of management and subject to a position being available.

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING FIELDS:

•Refrigeration Plants
oAmmonia Plants
oFreon Plants
oCold Store and Freezer Store Complexes
oHVAC

•Steam Generation
oSteam Generating Plants
oSteam piping systems

•Compressed Air
oCompressed Air Plants and piping systems

•CO2 Plants
oCO2 Recovery, purification, liquefaction, storage and reticulation plants

•Water Plants
oPumping Stations and piping systems

•Process Engineering
oFMCG Plant and Processing
oFacility Process Flow Design

•Project Management
oMechanical Engineering Projects
oMulti-Disciplinary Projects

RESPONSIBILITIES:


•Running with day to day projects.
•Facilitating turnkey projects.
Requirements

KNOWLEDGE / QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

•Minimum of a B Eng. / B.Sc
•Must be mobile and have own transport

GENERIC SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS

•Excellent communication (good problem solving) skills
•Team player
•Self-starter who can run with and manage projects with guidance of a senior engineer
•Must be attend to detail as well as have a questioning and inquisitive mind
•Ability to deliver requested work within deadlines
•Be able to prioritise, work on several tasks and work under pressure

Subject line of the e-mail should be: Graduate Mechanical Engineer (Industrial) Application

Please reflect (on your application):

1)The languages that you are proficient in.
2)What your salary expectation is.

Deadline: 26/07/2013

How to Apply:
http://www.wspgroup.com/en/Careers/Job-Opportunities/Vacancy/?vacancyId=6818

Enterprise Architect - IBM in Johannesburg

Job Title: Enterprise Architect

Job ID: GBS-0588006

Job type: Full-time Regular

Work country: South Africa

Position type: Professional

Work city: Johannesburg

Travel: Up to 1 day a week

Job area: IT & Telecommunications (non consulting)

Business group: Global Business Services

Job category: Architect

Business unit: AS

Job role: Enterprise Architect

Job role skillset: General

Commissionable/Sales-Incentive jobs only: No

Job description:
This role defines a high level enterprise-wide IT Architecture focusing on the mapping of IT capabilities to business needs. The focus is on defining the relationships, flows and implementation of business (processes/activities/functions, information), applications, data and technology in the enterprise and the transitional process necessary for implementing technology in response to changing business needs.
(1468)

Required:
High School Diploma/GED
At least 2 years experience in Enterprise Architecture
English: Fluent

Preferred:
Bachelor's Degree
At least 4 years experience in Enterprise Architecture
Certified in TOGAF

Additional information:
Telecoms domain experience is a desired requirement for this position.

Note:
IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

How to apply:
https://jobs3.netmedia1.com/cp/faces/job_summary?job_id=GBS-0588006

Deadline: 30 July 2013

Electric Engineer - Dept. of Education and Training in North West

Job Title: Electric Engineer

Job Location: Mmabatho
Company Name: The superintendent – General, Department of Education and Training
Electric Engineer
(Program Management)
(5-years public service contract with the intention to make the past permanent)
(Dora-Funded)
Grade A: R607 338-R694 428 per.K20835/4).Mmabatho

Requirements:
-University degree in Electrical Engineering (BEng/BSc) Engineer and 4 years’ post-qualification experience
-Registration with the ECSA as a professional Engineer
-planning and organizing as well as financial management skills
-Computer literacy
-Mobile equipment operating skills
Research and technical report writing skills
-Program and project management skills
-Valid driver’s license
-Management implementation of commissioning of projects and project/ program post evaluations.
-Approve project stage reports and designs in accordance with strategic decision-making
-perform oversight role over implementing Agent
-Prepare packaged/individual project briefs
-Prepare an infrastructure program management plan and construction procurement strategic Agent

General Instructions: *In terms of the Departmental equity plan, females and persons with disabilities will receive preference. *The department is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. *It’s our intention to promote gender and disability in the Department through the filling of the posts. *Candidates whose transfer/promotion /appointment will receive preference. *A clear indication in this regard will facilitate the process of applications. *Correctly completed and application must be submitted on the Z8 form, obtainable from any public service department, and accompanied by certified copies of formal qualifications, ID, driver’s license and comprehensive curriculum Vitae (which must include a minimum of 3 references )

Due to the large number of applications we envisage to receive, Applications will not be acknowledged.
You may however, contact the relevant enquiries person to confirm if your application has been received.
If you don’t receive any confirmation/response from us within 90 days of the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
The department reserves the right not to make an appointment to the advertised post.

How to Apply:
Applications should be forwarded to: The superintendent – General, Department of Education and Training,
Private Bag X2044,
Mmabatho 2735, first Floor,
Tel :( 018)388-2088.
Applications with incorrect information and or those received after the closing date indicated below will, as a rule, not be accepted.
(Posted applications must have reached the Department by the mentioned date, otherwise they will not be considered)
Deadline: 12 July 2013

Works Engineer - Lewa Wildlife Conservancy in Nairobi

Job Title: Works Engineer

Lewa Wildlife Conservancy (LWC), based in Isiolo Kenya, is an organization which works as a catalyst for the conservation of wildlife and its habitat.

We invite applications for the position of a Works Engineer to join our Logistics Department.

This position reports to the Works Manager. The primary purpose of this position is to oversee and coordinate Lewa construction projects.

Requirements include:

A Higher Diploma in Building and Civil Engineering
Knowledge and proven experience in:
Bill of quantities
Construction Budgets
Project planning and management
Building design ( AUTO CAD and Arch CAD is a must)
Have basic Knowledge on electrical installations, water engineering and solar power installations.
Basic knowledge on borehole sinking and equipping.
Be able to support high work pressure loads.
Be ambitious, team player, honest, flexible, self-motivated and willing to work unsupervised.
Be ready to work with different communities.
Have at least 3 years post qualification experience in a similar position.
Aged between 25 and 40 years old.
Experienced driver.
Ready to take up the job immediately.





How to Apply:

If you meet the requirements and are interested in joining a team of hardworking staff, please send your resume and application letter to the address below indicating your current gross pay and salary expectation for this position.

Provide your daytime telephone contact and contacts of three professional referees
The Human Resource Manager
Lewa Wildlife Conservancy
Private Bag,
Isiolo, Kenya
OR
Email: hr@lewa.org

NB: only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Deadline:03/07/2013

Network Engineer - Gijima in Gauteng

Job Title: Network Engineer 1 Year Contract

Web Ref: NH33440

Salary:
R 25000.00, Per Month, Cost to Company

Car Allowance: No

13th Cheque: No

Medical Aid: No

Performance Bonus: No

Employment Type: Contract

Is AAEE Vacancy? No

Work Level: Skilled

Location: Kempton Park

Description:
One of our clients, a well known organisation in Kempton is currently looking for Network Engineers for a 1 year contract.

The ideal candidate must be preferably available to start employment within a short period of time (30 days will also be considered)
CCNA qualification or CCNP qualification
2-5 years experience required
Monitoring - 2nd line Support staff needs to constantly monitor and pro-actively respond to alerts raised by the company monitoring tools - SCOM 2007 or Eye of the Storm
Monitoring the network to establish any faults
1st Line support by attending physically the area where fault has been identified
Routers and Switches

PLEASE NOTE: The position require working shifts, will rotate
Must be willing to work Weekends and Public Holidays
08:00-17:00, 17:00-24:00, 24:00-08:00 shifts

How to apply:
http://www.careerinict.com/Eclipse?vacancyId=4354&clientId=3607

Deadline: 14 June 2013

Electrical Technician - Machakos University College in Nairobi

Job Title: Electrical Technician - Grade A/B

Machakos University College wishes to recruit qualified and dedicated applicant

Non -Teaching Staff Position

Applicants must be holders of Div III or KCSE mean grade C+ and above.

In addition, applicants must have the following:

Diploma in Electronics Engineering or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
Evidence of computer literacy.
At least 5 years relevant post qualification working experience in a busy organization.

Successful candidates will be permanent and pensionable.

The application letter should give full details of educational and professional qualifications, work experience, present post and salary, applicant’s telephone number and e-mail address.

Copies of certificates and testimonials should also be enclosed giving the names and addresses of three (3) referees who are conversant with the applicant’s competence in the area of specialization.

How to Apply:
Applicants and referees should write directly to the undersigned.

The Principal
Machakos University College
P O Box 136-90100
Machakos

Deadline:20/06/2013

Motor Mechanic - Machakos University College in Nairobi

Job Title: Motor Mechanic - Grade III/IV

Machakos University College wishes to recruit qualified and dedicated applicant

Non -Teaching Staff Position

Applicants must be holders of (KNEC) craft certificate in Motor Vehicle Mechanics.

In addition, the applicant must have the following:

GTTI Certificate in motor vehicle mechanics.
A valid driving license class A - E.
At least 5 years relevant post qualification working experience.

Successful candidates will be permanent and pensionable.

The application letter should give full details of educational and professional qualifications, work experience, present post and salary, applicant’s telephone number and e-mail address.

Copies of certificates and testimonials should also be enclosed giving the names and addresses of three (3) referees who are conversant with the applicant’s competence in the area of specialization.

How to Apply:
Applicants and referees should write directly to the undersigned.

The Principal
Machakos University College
P O Box 136-90100
Machakos

Deadline:20/06/2013

Planning Engineer - Altima Africa Ltd in Nairobi

Job Title: Planning Engineer

Reference: PE_2013
Recruiter: Altima Africa Ltd
Contract: Permanent
Location: Nairobi
Available: ASAP
Category: Experienced
Offer: Neg.
Profile Introduction

Tullow Oil is Africa’s leading independent oil and gas exploration and production company and is a constituent of the London FTSE100.

The Group has interests in over 100 exploration and production licences across 24 countries focusing on four core regions: Africa, Europe, South Asia and South America.

Working for Tullow Oil in Kenya, you will be given the freedom and responsibility to make a difference.

Tullow provides the opportunity to build a solid future within its rapidly expanding portfolio and provides competitive rewards as part of its people strategy.

Tullow’s high level of employee engagement is also one of its key success factors that it wants to continue building on.

The overall purpose of the role is to:

Tullow Kenya BV seeks to recruit a Planning Engineer.

The position holder will be supervising the Junior Planners.

Minimum Requirements

Degree relevant to the discipline
Highly conversant in both planning and some cost engineering methodologies
Experience of industry standard project controls systems such as Primavera P6, Artemis, or MS Project is essential.
10 years experience in planning with at least 5 years spent in a similar role.
Membership of a professional body such as APM or PMI is desirable.

Job Specification - Planning Engineer

To provide a reliable and responsive planning service on assigned projects or programmes that is consistent with project or programme plans.
Supervise the development of Company and Contractor schedules for all phases of a project and or operation and to monitor and report progress against these schedules.
When assigned to a project team the planning engineer represents and acts on behalf of the Group Project Controls Manager to support the company’s requirements for an integrated Project Control System.
To analyse project requirements and prepare a Project Master Schedule which integrates constraints and strategies for all phases.
Prepare logic diagrams, in accordance with a Work Breakdown Structure, which form the basis for detailed level schedule reporting and analysis. Issue detailed activity schedules and expedite the return of schedule updating data.
To monitor progress against schedules, analyse deviations and recommend remedial actions.
Prepare agenda items for schedule review meetings.
To prepare and maintain progress curves for each project phase.
To co-ordinate, in conjunction with discipline engineers, a document level progress measurement system and operate the performance measurement system.
To prepare and maintain in conjunction with the material control group, a tracking system
To prepare and make presentations to project teams and senior management on schedule control methodologies and procedures used by the company and the project/operation.
To assist the Group Project Controls Manager in maintaining schedule related database, administration of the Project Control group in the Planning System and the development of new planning tools and methodologies.
Any ad-hoc tasks as required by the Group Projects Control Manager

Competencies
Excellent verbal, written and oral communication skills
Able to work effectively as part of a team
Ability to work on own initiative
Takes a proactive approach
Ability to take responsibility and manage tasks through to completion
React quickly & flexible to changing circumstances
Use initiative to ensure issues are overcome
Seek ways to find and apply best practice
Adopt a pragmatic, fit for purpose approach
Open, honest & reliable

How to Apply:
If you are qualified and up to the challenge visit www.altimaafrica.com/careers.php and apply online

Deadline:18/06/2013

Electrical Technician - Promasidor Kenya Ltd in Nairobi

Job Title: Electrical Technician

Promasidor Kenya Ltd, a leading producer of FMCG located in Mlolongo, is looking for Electrical Technician with the following qualifications:

Diploma in Electrical Engineering
Knowledge of the GMP, ISO 9001 and OSHA is an added advantage
Knowledge of manufacturing processes will be an added advantage
Results Oriented
Work under minimum supervision
Good Team Leader
Minimum 5 Years working Experience

Brief Job Description:

Responsible for machines and utilities installations, service maintenances and repairs
Studies manuals and work orders to determine work requirement and sequence of repairs and/or installations.
Keep and ensure availability of machines and utilities spares stocks
Champion Autonomous Maintenance

How to Apply:

Interested candidates who meet above criteria may send their applications enclosing a comprehensive
C.V, copies of educational & professional qualifications and testimonials on

Human Resource Manager,
Promasidor Kenya Ltd,
P.O.BOX 10336-00100,
Nairobi.

Or Email:- vacancies@promasidor.co.ke

Deadline:31/05/2013

Switchboard Operator - Life Healthcare in East London

Job Title: Switchboard Operator

Function:
Patient Services

Facility:
Life East London Private Hospital

Introduction:
A vacancy exists for a Switchboard Operator based at East London Private Hospital, reporting to Cindy- Lee Prince, Reception Supervisor. The successful candidate will contribute to the effective management of the telephone service of the Hospital

Critical Outputs:
• Answering the switchboard
• Updating the telephone lists.
• Assist wards and Doctors with faulty telephones / lines.
• Assist Admission staff with admission duties where possible.
• Any other duties or tasks that may arise during the normal course of the day.
• Updating speed dials on switchboard.
• Assist internal and external customers with queries

Requirements:
• Grade 12 and at least 2 years hospital experience
• Excellent interpersonal skills with good relations with doctors, hospital staff and suppliers.
• Strong customer orientation.
• Team player.
• Very energetic and well organised.
• Must be able to work under pressure in a constantly changing environment.
• Computer literacy is required.

Competencies:
• Problem-solving, analysis and judgement
• Resilience
• Engaging diversity
• Verbal & written communication and presentation
• Influencing
• Drive & energy
• Excellence orientation
• Ethical behaviour
• Building relationships
• Customer responsiveness
• Organisational awareness

Contact:
Interested candidates who meet the requirements are invited to apply by forwarding a comprehensive CV to Tarchima Bacela by close of business on 27 May 2013:
Fax: 086 646 6135
Tel: 043 711 5100
Email: tarchima.bacela@lifehealthcare.co.za

Note:
Before making application, you are requested to discuss your application with your line manager.Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. External candidates will also be considered.

How to apply:
http://www.lifehealthcare.co.za/Careers/Careers/JobInfo.aspx?Vacancy_Id=11251&vVacancyAllDir=Asc&s_Categories_Id=12#JobInfo

Deadline: 27 May 2013

Civil Engineer - Human Capital Synergies (HCS) Africa Ltd in Nairobi

Job Title: Civil Engineer

Advert Details
Recruiter: Human Capital Synergies (HCS) Africa Ltd
Contract Permanent
Location: Nairobi
Available: Immediately
Category: Engineering
Offer: Negotiable

Introduction
Our a client, a leader in the transport is currently seeking a Civil Engineer to provide efficient management of maintenance of fixed assets and Capital Works including Permanent Way and ancillary structures.

Minimum Requirements
ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Degree in Civil Engineering.
Registered Engineer.
Membership of a professional body.

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
· At least 10 years experience in Permanent Way Works.
Job Specification
Our client, a leader in the transport industry is currently seeking a civil engineer to provide effective management of maintenance of Permanent Way and ancillary structures.

Academic and Professional Qualifications

Degree in Civil Engineering.
Registered Engineer.
Membership of a professional body.

Knowledge, Experience and Skills
· At least 10 years experience in Permanent Way Works.
· Considerable experience of design, maintenance and construction of fixed installations in a Railway organization.
· Wide exposure in Civil Engineering Projects.
· Vast experience in Labor control, finance and Management.

Job Requires
Training in Permanent way Design, construction and management.
Management skills.
Computer literacy.
Exposure to Civil Engineering projects.
Contract Management.
Basic labour laws.
Financial Management.

How to Apply:
http://www.myjobsinkenya.com/job/100090,1745669,6/Civil%20Engineer

Deadline:28/05/2013

Mechanical Engineer - Human Capital Synergies (HCS) Africa Ltd (Anywhere)

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer

Advert Details
Recruiter: Human Capital Synergies (HCS) Africa Ltd
Contract Permanent
Location: Nairobi
Available: Immediately
Category: Engineering
Offer: Negotiable

Introduction
Our client, a leader in the transport industry is currently seeing a mechanical engineer.

Minimum Requirements
Masters or Bachelors Degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering from a recognized university or college.
Registered member of the Engineers Registration Board.
Member of the Institution of Engineers of Kenya.
At least 8 years senior mechanical or electrical Engineering and management experience gained in the commercial sector

Job Specification
Our client, a leader in the transport industry is currently seeing a mechanical engineer.

The role will ensure effective and efficient repair and maintenance of rolling stock in order to optimize their availability and reliability in this transport network.

ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Masters or Bachelors Degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering from a recognized university or college.

Registered member of the Engineers Registration Board.

Member of the Institution of Engineers of Kenya.

At least 8 years senior mechanical or electrical Engineering and management experience gained in the commercial sector

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
· Conversant with the statutory regulations covering mechanical engineering, employment law and Industrial Relations.

· Training and experience in Finance and People Management.

· Contract management and service providers' agreements.

· Excellent Knowledge and experience of managing technical engineering activities both corporate and regional (field) operations.

· Extensive experience in building and maintenance activities.

· Demonstrated ability to communicate across the transport operations and functions with confidence and authority.

· Intermediate Microsoft computer skills to meet production needs of the position.

· Excellent organizational and time management skills.

How to Apply:
http://www.myjobsinkenya.com/job/100090,1745669,5/Mechanical%20Engineer

Deadline:28/05/2013

Mechanic - at East African Foundry Works Limited, in Nairobi

Job Title: Mechanic

The East African Foundry Works Group is comprised of manufacturing companies servicing the cement, mining,
transportation, construction, power, food processing, sugar, and brewing and bottling industries.


(REF: EAFW/HRM/04-13/11EAF)

Key responsibilities:

Handling motor vehicle maintenance and breakdowns
Maintenance of plant equipment and generators

Key requirements:

Grade 1 Trade Test Certificate
Knowledge of diesel engines, petrol engines, and vehicle electrics
Minimum 5 years experience
Candidates who do not meet the above requirements should not apply.

How to Apply:

All Applications should be clearly marked with the reference number of the position being applied for. CVs, copies of academic certificates and credentials, and a recent photograph to be attached to the application and addressed to

HR Manager,
East African Foundry Works Limited,
Baba Dogo Road, Ruaraka, P.O Box 48624
Nairobi – 00100, Kenya.
Email address: careers@eafwgroup.com

Deadline:25/05/2013

Junior Electrical engineer - Gijima in Northern Cape

Job Title: Junior Electrical engineer

Web Ref: Junior Eng - Kathu
Car Allowance: No
13th Cheque: No
Medical Aid: No
Performance Bonus: No
Employment Type: Permanent
Is AAEE Vacancy: No
Work Level: Junior
Location: Kathu

Description:
Be part of the invocation. The Solar Park PV Plant is set to start in Kathu.

We are looking to fill the 56 positions on this project team as soon as possible to get development up and running. The team will combine their knowledge and expertise with that of an international firm specializing in Solar energy.

We require a Junior Electrical Engineer, You will be responsible for leading the O&M activities in wide solar pant. You will be part of the O&M team and will be in charge to support the Senior Electrical Engineer to plan and supervise all the activities necessary for the correct operation and maintenance of the assigned plant. H/she will be responsible of the operative results of the sites from a performance point of view minimizing the operative cost and will be responsible to review and prepare periodic reports to summarize the plant overall results.

Within the scope, you will review and improve operating procedures to achieve safety and trouble free operation. You will report directly to the Operation manager


Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Definition and planning of the O&M activities on each solar plant
- Coordination of the O&M activities in field executed by subcontractors or internal operators
- Prepare and review periodic report for each plant
- Reviews and improve operating procedures to achieve safety and trouble free operation.
- Ensures compliance with performance model and maximize plant availability.

Requirements
- The ideal candidate is graduated in Electrical Engineering.
- Familiar with the safety rules and procedure to adopt in a power plant.
- Fluent in English
- Good judgment, organizational and communication skills
- Ability to work independently as well as a member of a multi-disciplinary project team.
- Effective communication skills both verbally and in writing with superiors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the Company
- Effective organization skills including the ability to prioritize and plan work

How to apply:
http://www.careerinict.com/Eclipse?vacancyId=4219&clientId=3937

Deadline: 31 May 2013

Precision Cooling Systems Installation Design Engineer - Vector International in Nairobi

Job Title: Precision Cooling Systems Installation Design Engineer

Our client, Vector International, specializes in the supply and the support of Data Centre Solutions comprising Uninterruptible Power & Precision Cooling Systems.
An opportunity exists for competent precision cooling systems installation design engineer operating principally in Kenya.
The position requires considerable AC knowledge and design competency and attracts a commensurate and attractive income package.

Key Responsibilities:-
Quantify & determine best strategy to address the cooling requirements for the “IT” equipment as found in various Mission Critical Data Centres.
Determine (from a specific manufacturers offering) the required equipment & capacities to achieve the cooling strategy in 1 above. This should include the relevant science & math.
Specify the capacities and quantities of all installation materials for Precision Cooling Systems
Oversee installations and then test & commission Precision Cooling Systems
Fault find complex Precision Cooling Systems

Qualifications, Skills & Experience
A recognized University Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
A thorough knowledge of air conditioning systems including design principals and related mathematics.
Ability to design, commission & fault find Precision Cooling System installations

How to Apply:
Please send application & CV to:
Business Partner Consulting (BPC Africa)
Email address: talentsearch@bpc.co.ke
or to P.O. Box 17352 00100, Nairobi
Deadline:10/05/2013

Network Support Junior Engineer - UCS Solutions in Gauteng

Job Title: Junior Engineer - Network Support

A position has become available in the TAD team for a Junior Engineer – Network Support (monitoring), to be based in Sunninghill.

Roles:
Duties will include, amongst others: Writing of automation scripts; Maintaining adequate router, switch and firewall configuration backups; Setting up and adjusting network monitoring tools & Ensuring availability of the network.

Qualifications:
The minimum requirements for the role are: Must be CCNA certified; have a minimum of one year experience in LAN and WAN network topologies, CISCO network equipment and working within a Network Operations Centre (NOC). For more information, please contact Marianne Brits-Strodl.

How to apply:
http://www.ucs.co.za/Careers/ApplicationForm.php?job=Junior%20Engineer%20-%20Network%20Support

Deadline: 13 May 2013