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By:Hiring Kenya
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Industry:
Government Administration
Description:
The Kenya Airports Authority is an autonomous body established in 1991 through an Act of Parliament and is charged with an umbrella responsibility of providing and managing a coordinated system of airports in the country. Prior to its formation, the former erstwhile Aerodromes Department under the Ministry of Transport and Communication handled this responsibility. Erstwhile was in charge of then Nairobiโs Old Embakasi Airport which was constructed in the mid-1950 to serve the first generation Boeing 707/DC8 aircraft; Nairobi Embakasi Airport was opened in May 1958, by the last colonial Governor of Kenya, Sir Evelyn Baring, although the airport was due to be opened by Queen Elizabeth, The Queen Mother was delayed in Australia and could not make the ceremony. Nairobi Embakasi Airport was then closed on March 14, 1978 and paved way to the current Jomo Kenyattta International Airport. Contrary to beliefs, Nairobi Airport was not the 1st airport in Kenya. Wilson Airport, which is one of the regions busiest domestic aerodrome traces its roots back to to the 1st World War. commercial routes were pioneered by Imperial Airways and its successor BOAC in the 1920โs and in July 1929, Wilson Airways Ltd was formed by Mrs. Florrie Wilson to operate from an airfield in Nairobi, at Dagoretti Corner. Later, that year the airfield at Dagoretti Corner was abandoned in favour of the present site of WAP, originally called Nairobi Aerodrome. Out of the Second World War emerged Mombasa and Kisumu airports which were developed mainly for military use. Mombasa had two runways, a short one supported by a along one which stretched 1.5 km, capable of serving DC and similar aircrafts, while Kisumu was set up strategically to support amphibian type of aircraft landing in the neighbouring Lake Victoria. the airports have since been upgraded to international status. In its brief period of existence, Kenya Airports Authority has undergone tremendous structural changes intended to make the organization a result-driven and customer focused establishment. Currently, the Authority is undertaking major projects to improve existing aerodromes in the country as well as build new ones to cater for growth in key sectors of the economy such as tourism, horticulture, and trade.
Job Description
Job Purpose
- The job holder will be responsible for providing and carrying out rescue and firefighting services to passengers, other airport users and property.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Conducting fire and rescue services through fire-fighting in crashed aircraft and reported fire outbreaks in buildings to save life and property;
- Responding to aircraft emergencies as per airport services manual;
- Inspecting fire engines, appliances and equipment to ensure serviceability;
- Cleaning and maintaining appliances and equipment at the fire station to ensure they are in good working order;
- Inspecting runways, taxiways and apron for fuel spillage and Foreign Object Debris (FODs) and ensuring that they are clean and safe;
- Inspecting the airport boundary and topography to ensure their accessibility;
- Operating pumps and driving of fire engines and vehicles when required; and
- Participating in fire drills as required.
Key Qualifications and Experience
- Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) Grade C (Plain) and KCSE Grade C- (Minus) for candidates from Minority groups, Marginalised Communities and Persons living with Disabilities, PWDs;
- Basic Fire Training from National Youth Service (NYS) or a recognized Institution will be an added advantage;
- Candidates with Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certificate will have an added advantage; and
- Twenty-six (26) years (Born on or after 1st January, 1999) and not more than 28 years (Born on or after 1st January 1997) for those from Minority groups, Marginalised Communities and Persons living with Disabilities, PWDs.
Skills and Competencies
- Teamwork, good communication and interpersonal skills
Salary: Discuss During Interview
Education: High/Secondary School
Employment Type: Contract Based
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