Nzoia Water Services Company Job Vacancies Re-Advertisement

Nzoia Water Services Company limited was established in 2005 with the objective of providing clean drinking water in the cluster towns of Webuye, Bungoma, Kitale and Kimlili.

In line with the vision and mission of the company, Nzowasco is seeking to recruit qualified, dynamic and result oriented individuals to fill the positions of:

Technical Manager
Ref NZOWASCO/07/10

Reporting to the Managing Director, the Technical Manager will be required to provide all required technical expertise and management in of water supply and sewer connection and treatment including infrastructure maintenance.

The role

• Direct, coordinate, control and manage the company operations and maintenance of infrastructure in order to supply water and sanitation services to the required standards and in compliance with the company policy while meeting cost and other delivery targets
• Develop departmental policies, plans strategies and action plans that are in keeping with the overall company mission and objectives
• Provide high quality water to domestic, commercial and industrial customers.
• Develop customer focus on provision of service by maintaining good working relations with customers
• Manage the company assets such as plant, machinery through effective maintenance program
• Liaise with consultants, contractors and other relevant professionals in the infrastructure development
• Ensure development of departmental staff through training.

The person

Qualification/Experience

• A BSc. (civil/water Engineering) degree
• Registered engineer with Engineers Registration Board (ERB) and a member of Institution of Engineers of Kenya/Registrable with ERB/I.E.K.
• Experience in a large technical organization preferably in water sector
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Post graduate qualification in management is added advantage.

Chief Accountant
Ref NZOWASCO/06/10

Job Purpose

Reporting to the Commercial &Finance manager, the Chief Accountant will be responsible for the effective management of all the Accounting functions within the department.

The role

• Manage and supervise all the financial aspects of the Company operations, particularly as they relate to cash flow and financial
• Advise management on appropriate financial policies and objectives for the Company including financial performance targets, tariff policies, revenue collection strategies and all other aspects of financial management necessary to achieve the requirements of the Corporate Plan.
• Periodically assess the accounting and commercial practices of the Company and develop and implement improvements when required.
• Ensure the maintenance of accounting records of sufficient quality to meet the requirements of internal financial management, generation of management reports and external audits.
• Periodically prepare annual and long-term capital and revenue budgets and ensure compliance to the same.
• Ensure the provision and maintenance of comprehensive Management information system to the department that satisfy the requirements and conforms to the Company policy, procedures and standards.
• Prepare interim and final accounts in liaison with the head of department
• Liaising with internal and external auditors in implementing audit recommendations
• Prepare structured and adhoc management reports as they relate to finance.
• Ensure timely filling of statutory returns with relevant authorities and follow ups of tax refunds.
• Supervise and appraise staff in the department
• Ensure timely processing of payouts and management of suppliers
• Ensure timely and accurate reconciliations and adequate reviews on the same

The person

• Degree in Commerce/Business Administration or other relevant qualification and CPA(K) with 2 Years post qualification experience in Business Management or similar capacity
• Conversant with IFRS
• Keeping a breast with emerging trends in Finance and accounting
• Excellent computer skills especially on computerized accounts
• Experience in people management and development of teams.
• Experience in management of performance

Operations & Maintenance Officer
Ref NZOWASCO/09/10

The role

Supervising of the day to day operations and maintenance work of water lines as per the set standards, oversee the distribution of water to all consumers in all zones

Key tasks

• In consultation with the regional manager prepare the preventive maintenance schedules for the region, distribution schedule and metering schedules and ensure they are followed.
• Oversee repairs of water leaks and pipe bursts
• Manage staff to perform and exceed target in accordance with standard of safety and company targets as shown on the work plans
• Checks on illegal water abstractions
• Timely Plans for required materials, tools and workforce
• Periodic maintenance of air-valves, sluice-valves, washouts and storage facilities as per set standards
• Prepares monthly water maintenance reports

The person

• Bachelors degree in Civil/ Water related field OR HND in Civil/water related field
• Relevant professional qualification
• 4 years experience with at least 1 year’s experience at a supervisory level
• Good organizational and analytical skills
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficiency in office productivity tools
• Experience in use of Auto card

Electro Mechanical Co-ordinator
Ref NZOWASCO/11/10

The role

Reporting to the Technical Manager, the holder of the position will be stationed at the Head Office:

• Align, fit, and assemble component parts, using hand tools, power tools, fixtures, templates, and microscopes.
• Analyze and record test results, and prepare written testing documentation for plants and facilities.
• Inspect parts for surface defects and take appropriate measures.
• Install electrical and electronic parts and hardware in housings or assemblies.
• Read blueprints, schematics, diagrams, and technical orders to determine methods and sequences of assembly.
• Repair, rework, and calibrate hydraulic and pneumatic assemblies and systems to meet operational specifications and tolerances.
• Test performance of electromechanical assemblies, using test instruments such as oscilloscopes, electronic voltmeters, and bridges.
• Verify dimensions and clearances of parts to ensure conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments.
• Develop and implement a preventive/maintenance program.
• Develop and maintain a safety program to all plants and facilities
• Train others to install, use, and maintain plants and facilities.

The person

A bachelor’s degree/HND in Practical knowledge in the following:

• Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming is an added advantage.
• 4 years experience with at least 2 year’s experience at a supervisory level
• Good organizational and analytical skills
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficiency in office productivity tools
• Experience in use of Auto card

Application procedures:

Interested applicants should forward a cover letter and a CV (in hard copy) stating their current position and expected remuneration to Managing Director, P.O Box 1010-50200 Webuye on or before 10th December, 2010.

Please quote the job reference on your application.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

NB: Those who had applied need not reapply.