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A vacancy
has arisen at the British High Commission for a Mechanic. The BHC consists of
360 employees with a wide variety of experience and job roles, representing over
10 government departments working within Kenya and Somalia. The aim of the BHC is to help “build a more
stable and prosperous Kenya”, and support British nationals who visit or live
in Kenya. The job is graded at A1L for which the current salary scale starts at
KShs.112,883/- per month before deduction of tax. Where the jobholder is not liable to Kenyan
tax the scale will be abated under HM Treasury rules and starts at Ksh.85,146/-
per month to take account of the tax they would have paid.
The Role
The High Commission has a small
workshop used for servicing and repairs of the official vehicle fleet. The position would suit a qualified mechanic
with a good background in working on all aspects of vehicle repair. Particular
experience of working with Landrovers, Toyotas and Isuzus would be an
advantage, as would a solid background in electrical work.
Key Responsibilities
To work
closely with the Transport Manager and team
The main duties include:
- Service, repair and maintain all official BHC, DFID vehicles.
- Maintain records of vehicles repaired in the workshop.
- Maintain workshop tools and equipment in good working order.
Required Skills:
The successful candidate will be required to work on the maintenance and repair
of all aspects of motor vehicles. They
will source spares and liaise with local dealers to arrange maintenance work
where this cannot be done in house. They
will also carry out routine servicing of vehicles, advising customers on the
condition of their vehicle and testing new vehicles for mechanical faults. Below are the required skills:-
- Diagnostic skills;
- Ability to use integrated diagnostic equipment:
- Ability to test drive or examine how components interact with each other;
- IT skills;
Key Competencies:
- Working with Others - Treats others with consideration and respect. Works effectively and supportively with colleagues, both individually and in teams.
- Communicating - Provides information clearly and concisely. Willing to express own views and contribute to team discussions.
- Customer Focus - understands and focuses on customer needs.
- Delivering Results - Demonstrates the skills and motivation to complete all tasks competently, accurately and on time. Solves problems within own area of responsibility but knows when to seek guidance.
Application:
The
British High Commission has not appointed any agents to process job
applications or arrange interviews for this
position and expects no fees to be paid to anyone.
Applicants must have the right to live
and work in Kenya.
Applications – (CV plus completed application form) clearly marked: - “A1L Mechanic”
should be forwarded to the following
address:
The Human Resources Manager
British High Commission, Upper
Hill Road
PO Box 30465 – 00100
Nairobi
Or by
e-mail to: HR.Recruit@fco.gov.uk
You can access the job profile and BHC application
form by visiting our website www.gov.uk/world/kenya .
Applications should be
received on or before 30 July 2013.
Only short-listed applicants will be
contacted for interview.
The British High Commission is an equal
opportunities employer. Recruitment and staff management is conducted without regard
to gender, race, ethnicity, religion or disability provided candidates are able
to meet the requirements of the position advertised.
