Massive Recruitment in a Multinational Company in Mombasa (24 Positions)

We are a Multinational company facilitating global trade, with diverse interests in shipping and containerized transport. 

We enjoy significant presence in East Africa with and have a strong focus on growth. 

As part of this strategy we are seeking to strengthen our operational and technical department and are inviting applications from dynamic, innovative and experienced team players for the following positions based in Mombasa;

Technical Manager 

(1 Position)
 

Reporting to the Kenya Operations Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for managing the service, repair and maintenance of container handling equipment and other machinery operated by the company including procurement of parts and components. 

In addition S/he will also Provide leadership and determine training requirements for the workshop team and equipment operators while giving management support to the Kenya operations manager and Kenya management team as a whole.
 

To be considered for this role you will be able to demonstrate:

Possession of relevant Degree/Diploma

Previous experience in maintaining plant machinery and/or container handling equipment

Previous experience in leading and managing equipment/fleet maintenance team

Ability to motivate team members to achieve set targets

Ability to learn and adapt to change quickly while providing solutions to the team and organization in a challenging and fluid operational environment

Good Organization skills

A passion and desire for all things “safety” as a part of ensuring adherence to Occupational Health & Safety procedures

Port Supervisors 

(2 Positions)
 

Reporting to the Technical manager, the successful candidates will be responsible for supervising and coordinating all related yard and quayside operational activities at the Port. 

These activities may include but not be limited to deployment and operation monitoring of equipment, management of tally clerks, consolidation of container tallies and report writing.
 

To be considered for this role you will be able to demonstrate:

Computer literate.

Keen attention to detail and ability to prepare structured reports.

Have a sense of urgency and quick decision making abilities.

Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Own passion and drive to motivate others to reach common goals.

Good attitude and ability to follow and enforce Occupational Health & Safety procedures

Knowledge of port operations and KPA procedures would be an added advantage

Port Assistant / Store Keeper (1 Position)
 

Reporting to the Technical Manager, the role provides a range of administrative, operational and clerical support at the Mombasa Branch Office, and supports the port operations by maintaining operational records, operational supplies and managing the stores adequately.
 

To be considered for this role you will be able to demonstrate:

Minimum of polytechnic level education or equivalent

Previous experience in managing stores and inventory

Effective communication, Organization and Time Management skills

Basic computer literacy

Good attitude and ability to follow Occupational Health &Safety procedures

Chief Plant Mechanic (1 Position) & 

Senior Plant Mechanic (1 Position)
 

Reporting to the Technical Manager, the successful candidate will be overall responsible for all tasks that include but not be limited to the service, repair and maintenance of container handling equipment and machinery operated by the company.
 

To be considered for this role you will be able to demonstrate:

Possession of relevant Certificates/Diploma

Previous experience in maintaining plant machinery and/or container handling equipment

Previous experience in leading a workshop team

Ability to motivate team members to achieve set targets

Good attitude and ability to follow Occupational Health &Safety procedures

Plant Mechanic (2 Positions), 

Plant Electrician (1 Position)
 

Reporting to the Chief Plant Mechanic, the successful candidates will be responsible for specific tasks that include but not be limited to the service, repair and maintenance of container handling equipment and machinery operated by the company. 

They will also be responsible for recording repair and maintenance data for all machinery.
 

To be considered for this role you will be able to demonstrate:

Possession of relevant Certificates/Diploma

Previous experience in maintaining plant machinery and/or container handling equipment

Good attitude and ability to follow Occupational Health &Safety procedures

The Plant Electrician must have specific specialization on electrical systems

Reach Stacker Operators (12 Positions), 

Empty Handler Operators (3 Positions)
 

Reporting to the Chief Plant Mechanic, the successful candidates will be responsible for safe and efficient operation of Reach Stackers and Empty Container Handlers.

They will ensure precise loading and unloading of containers both full and empty within the port area, while maintaining safety to both containers and Port workers in their area of operation.

To be considered for this role you will be able to demonstrate:

Possession of a valid Forklift Operators License

Previous experience in operating Reach Stackers and Empty Container Handling Equipment in a busy environment

Good attitude and ability to follow Occupational Health &Safety procedures

Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications with detailed C.V, A day time telephone contact and names of three (3) referees (one of whom must be the current/last employer) and indicate the position of interest on the envelope. 

Applications should be addressed to the address below, so as to reach not later than 10th July 2012.
 

DN/A 1321
P. O. Box 49010, 00100
Nairobi