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We are seeking a qualified and motivated Shift Engineer for their new 35 MW Menengai Geothermal Plant in Nakuru County, Kenya. This is a permanent, full-time position reporting to the Operations Manager. You will be crucial in ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of the power plant during your assigned shift, supervising plant operators, and maintaining high plant availability and performance.

Responsibilities:

Operating steam turbines and auxiliary systems according to procedures.Monitoring plant performance and reporting anomalies.Executing first-level maintenance and participating in planned outages.Leading emergency response during incidents.Supervising plant operators and fostering a safety-first culture.Ensuring compliance with HSESS policies and operational procedures.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation/Control Engineering or equivalent.Professional registration with the Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK).Minimum 5 years' experience in power plant operations (preferably geothermal or steam turbine-based).Previous supervisory or shift-based engineering role experience is preferred.Strong grasp of power plant systems, thermodynamics, and process control.Experience with Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and CMMS (e.g., SAP) is an advantage.Proven leadership, decision-making, analytical, and communication skills.Willingness to work shifts, including nights, weekends, and public holidays. Read less

Our client, a leading independent power producer in Africa, is seeking an experienced HSS Manager for their new 35MW Menengai Geothermal Plant in Nakuru County, Kenya.

This is a permanent, full-time position reporting to the Plant Manager. You will be instrumental in developing, implementing, and maintaining a robust HSESS management system, ensuring a safe, healthy, secure, and compliant operational environment for this significant geothermal project.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Leading HSESS system development and implementation (ISO 45001 alignment).Ensuring full compliance with Kenyan legislation and international standards.Conducting risk assessments, incident investigations, and audits.Developing and delivering H&S training.Liaising with key stakeholders including government authorities and local communities.

What We're Looking For:

Tertiary qualification in Health & Safety or Engineering, supplemented with a NEBOSH Health & Safety Certificate (NEBOSH Diploma preferred).Minimum 7 years' HSS management experience in an operating power plant of similar scale.Strong knowledge of Kenyan HSS legislation and international HSESS standards (IFC Performance Standards, World Bank EHS Guidelines).Proven leadership, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a demanding environment.

If you are a proactive, outcomes-driven individual with a passion for safety and a deep understanding of power plant operations, we want to hear from you! This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to Kenya's sustainable energy future.

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