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Senior Superintending Inspector of Explosives

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Name:Public Service Commission Kenya (PSCK) 
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Industry: Government Administration
Website: http://www.publicservice.go.ke/
Description: The Commission dates back to 1954 when Civil Service Commission was established by British Colonial Government following Holmes Commission Report, 1948; Civil Service Commission was advisory to the Governor in matters of appointments; At independence in 1963 it was enshrined in the constitution and … The Commission dates back to 1954 when Civil Service Commission was established by British Colonial Government following Holmes Commission Report, 1948; Civil Service Commission was advisory to the Governor in matters of appointments; At independence in 1963 it was enshrined in the constitution and renamed Public Service Commission; Independence Constitution had Regional PSC’s but abolished in 1964 following constitutional amendments; It is the oldest Constitutional Commission and its mandate has expanded over the years. The Commission then constituted of a chairman, a deputy chairman and fifteen members all appointed by the President. The Commission, since then, has handled matters of human resource management in the public service especially the civil service and local authorities. Constitution of Kenya, 2010 promulgated on 27th August 2010 reconstituted the Commission with a redefined and expanded mandate and a lean membership. View more View less
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Job Details

Job Type: Full Time
Workplace Type: On-site
Qualification: Degree
Job Experience: 3 years in the specified serving grade
Job Location: Kenya
Closing Date: Nov 2, 2026
Salary: Not specified
Job Category: Engineering

Job Description

Senior Superintending Inspector of Explosives – PSCK Recruitment 2026

The Public Service Commission Kenya (PSCK) is recruiting for Senior Superintending Inspector of Explosives in the State Department for Mining.

Advert number: D113/2026
Job scale: CSG 8
Vacancies: 25
Terms: Permanent and pensionable (P&P)
Eligibility: For Serving Officers Only
Closing date: 2 November 2026

Requirements for Appointment

  • Bachelor of Science degree in any of the following fields: Explosives Science/Engineering, Mining Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science/Engineering, Chemistry and Physics from a recognized institution.
  • Served in the grade of Senior Inspector of Explosives or a comparable and relevant position in Public Service for a minimum period of three (3) years.
  • Be well versed with both local and international guidelines for the safe use of explosives.
  • Senior Management Course (SMC) lasting not less than four (4) weeks.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Coordinate, control and manage all matters relating to explosives at the regional offices, develop a code of practice for the disposal of deteriorated explosives and develop emergency preparedness plans.
  • Planning: Develop and review explosives emergency preparedness plans at the beginning of every calendar year for different types of projects.
  • Organising: Inspect all projects once in every quarter to confirm compliance and issue safety notice within fourteen (14) days of inspection if there are contraventions.
  • Control: Conclude renewals of permits and licences within seven (7) days from the date of application.
  • Directing: Ensure all project operators adhere to drawn up conditions for blasting operations in build-up areas.
  • Coordinating: Clear all approvals for construction of magazines within seven (7) days of application and issue a licence within thirty (30) days from the date of application.

How to Apply

Apply through the official PSC Advert Details page. Read the advert and use its “Apply for Job” button to apply for advert D113/2026. Submit your application by 2 November 2026.

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This vacancy is restricted to serving officers. Applicants must meet the public service grade and experience requirements stated in the advert.

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Explosives Safety  Mining Engineering 
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