Job Description

Position: Utilities Attendant – Vegetable Oil Extraction Plant
Department: Engineering & Maintenance
Location: Bonje, Mombasa

Are you experienced in plumbing, pipe fitting, and mechanical services related to fire systems, water supply and treatment, and drainage systems? We are currently seeking a Utilities Attendant to join our client’s Vegetable Oil Extraction Plant team. As a Utilities Attendant, you will be responsible for various plumbing and pipe fitting tasks, ensuring the smooth operation and maintenance of our mechanical services.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform pipe welding, bonding, and repairs, including high-pressure piping.
• Conduct pipe threading for various plumbing and pipe fitting requirements.
• Handle plumbing and pipe fitting tasks related to GI, PPR, PVC, aluminium, cast-iron, alloys, and stainless steel, among other materials.
• Operate and maintain utilities equipment such as water pumps, boilers, refrigeration systems, fire systems, compressed air systems, cooling towers, chillers, and water supply and treatment systems.
• Interpret engineering drawings and designs to execute plumbing and pipe fitting tasks accurately.
• Manage workshop processes including fabrication, precision fitting, machining, and pipe fitting.
• Operate CNC welding and cutting machines effectively.
• Perform surface preparation and coating of metals, including powder coating and zinc metalizing.
• Conduct heat treatment of metals as required.
• Plan and execute work tasks, including leading a team if necessary.
• Collaborate with the health and safety committee to identify risks and hazards, implementing safety recommendations and complying with safety requirements

Job Qualifications & Experience:

• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering specializing in Plumbing/Pipe Fitting from a reputable institution OR a final craft certificate with demonstrated experience.
• Over 5 years of continuous and detailed experience in plumbing and pipe fitting, working with materials such as GI, PPR, PVC, aluminium, cast-iron, alloys, and stainless steel.
• Familiarity with hot work permits, Job Safety Analysis (JSA), and occupational health and safety procedures.
• Knowledge of fire safety procedures.
• Proficiency in using advanced plumbing tools and methodologies.
• Familiarity with various workshop processes

Key Performance Indicators (Key Result Areas):

• Precision repair, fitting, and rebuilding of mechanical parts.
• Specialized welding, repair, and rebuilding of pipes.
• Precision in workshop processes and the usage and maintenance of workshop machines, including welding appliances.
• Accurate interpretation of engineering drawings and designs.

Join our team and contribute to the efficient operation and maintenance of our client’s  Vegetable Oil Extraction Plant! We offer a dynamic work environment, opportunities for growth, and a chance to make a significant impact.

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