Senior Engineer (Civil)

The Rural Electrification and Renewable Energy Corporation is seeking a Senior Engineer (Civil) in Nairobi, Kenya. The role involves managing renewable energy projects, ensuring adherence to industry best practices, and implementing operational strategies. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering fields, at least four years of experience, and be registered with the Engineers Board of Kenya. The position is full-time with a work schedule of 8 hours.
JOB DETAILS:
GRADE REREC 5
Job Specifications
• Implementing strategies for the Operation and Management of solar, wind and other renewable energy sources implemented and managed by REREC;
• Ensuring the management of the facilities, generation plants and networks, and installation of substations is undertaken according industry best practices;
• Implementing Directorate plans, policies, norms and procedures in accordance with the REREC Mandate;
• Implementing the Operation and Management of renewable energy projects implemented by REREC as per the strategic Plan;
• Planning and managing resource requirements for the Department and monitoring their optimal usage;
• Implementing scheduled preventive maintenance and planned maintenance for the RE generation plants and networks;
• Providing daily monitoring reports to the management;
• Providing forecasting report for operating renewable energy sources on daily, weekly and monthly;
• Providing dispatch schedule for renewable energy plants;
• Providing daily, monthly, quarterly, semi-annual and annual reports on renewable energy projects; and
• Liaising with other departments/sections of the Corporation on specific issues.

Person Specification
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:-
• A minimum of four (4) years relevant work experience;
• Bachelors degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronic, Civil Engineering, or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
• Registered with the Engineers Board of Kenya;
• Certificate in supervisory course lasting not less than two (2) weeks;
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results;
• Proficiency in computer applications; and
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 48

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree