NGO Kenyan Jobs. Asst Driller

NGO Kenyan Jobs

Living Water International (LWI) is a global non-governmental organization that exists to demonstrate the love of God by helping communities acquire desperately needed clean water, and to experience “living water” — the gospel of Jesus Christ — which alone satisfies the deepest thirst.

Living Water in Africa is providing safe drinking water, Christian Witness sanitation and health education to communities across Africa.

Living water service centre, an affiliate of Living Water International is pleased to announce the following vacancies:

Assistant Driller

Location: Kisumu & Butere as well as other parts of Kenya
Job Department: Operations
Type: Salaried;
Fulltime; 24 Months, renewable
Supervisor: Lead Driller

Job Purpose

• In liaison with the Lead driller , the WASH Engineer and the water technician , the assistant driller will be directly involved in drilling of boreholes within the communities and community institutions for the
• eventual objective of obtaining safe water for community use.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Keep log of drilling operations, take drill core samples every 2- 3m of depth, estimate potential yield while drilling, take TDS measurement of water at every aquifer, and develop borehole casing profile;
• Verify depths and alignment s of boring positions;
• Complete the wells in accordance to
• LWI minimum standards and submit drill reports in time; Organizing and selecting appropriate pump and carrying out 24 hours borehole test pumping;
• Take water samples for full chemical and biological analysis;
• Rehabilitate boreholes and water systems as required;
• Conduct regular service checks on the drilling equipment for optimal performance;
• Monitor drilling equipment during operations, check gauges and listen to equipment so as to assess drilling conditions and determine need to adjust drilling or alter
• equipment;
• Supervise drilling operations and rig performance in case of absence of the lead driller;
• Carry out safety checks on the drilling equipment, tools and crew daily before commencement of drilling operations;
• Keep accurate running inventory of drilling supplies;
• Responsible and accountable for funds provided for expenses while in the field;
• Produce and implement maintenance and service schedule of drill rig, compressor and vehicles and handle repairs on drilling equipment when they occur;
• Drive the support truck to and from points of operation;
• Christian witness to fellow staff and community.

Minimum Education / Experience

• Have knowledge in vehicle mechanics
• Certificate or Grade 1 qualification in Mechanic will be added advantage;
• Has a Valid BCE class driving license with at least 3 years’ experience in driving trucks;
• Has at least 3years’ practical experience in similar position;
• Ability and willingness to travel and stay in the field;
• Well developed interpersonal and team skills and proven ability to be flexible in demanding situations;
• Is proficient in MS Office.

Application Process
Applicants should submit a one page cover letter and CV (no more than 4 pages) with details of qualifications (do not include copies at this stage) and work experience (if any) including 3 references – professional, spiritual and general. All offers of employment are made contingent upon the successful completion of all applicable background checks.

Send your application before the closing date for applications on 12th March 2014.The Human Resources Assistant,Living Water Service Centre.

Email: lwscrecruitment@water.cc

You will be contacted within two weeks of the closing date if successful.Living Water International, Regional Service Centre is an equal opportunity employer.