GSE MAINTENANCE – TECHNICIAN AT KENYA AIRWAYS

To service, maintain and repair Ground Handling Support Equipment for service delivery in a safe and cost-effective manner.

Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, policies, processes, procedures, organization standards and local procedures is achieved so that work is carried out in a controlled and consistent manner.

Promote and maintain a positive safety culture, healthy, secure, and cost-effective operations for Kenya Airways and ensure compliance with the relevant industry/legislative requirements, GSE manufacturers’ relevant requirements and company procedures.

Identify and report hazards, near misses, incidents, and accidents.

Service, maintain and repair Electrical/Electronic failures in ground handling equipment and motor-vehicles as per the maintenance schedule for effective service delivery in a cost-effective manner.

Assess Electrical/Electronic/PLC’s defects on GSE and motor vehicles, perform root cause analysis and carry out corrective measures.

Effectively respond to GSE emergency Electrical/Electronic/PLC’s breakdowns for timely delivery service and avoid A/C delays.

Carry out Electrical/Electronic/PLC’s repairs, overhauls and modifications on major equipment components which include engines, Gear boxes, and transmission systems, hydraulic and electrical systems.

Identify and requisition materials for the task at hand in order to ensure timely release and availability of GSE and motor-vehicles for ground operations.

Document and maintain records of all Electrical/Electronic/PLC’s maintenance activities & equipment history.

Offer quality workmanship on all GH equipment and motor vehicles in order to enhance safety & project the organization’s image positively.

Conduct pre-delivery and post maintenance serviceability checks on all GSE delivered to the workshop. · Facilitate preventive maintenance of all GSE

Conduct quality spot checks to ensure compliance with safety and security procedures, service standards and recommended practices.

Carry out overhauls on major electrical components and PLC’S that control transmission systems, hydraulic and electrical systems.

Guide, Train and Mentor newly recruited and current GSE technicians

Adhere to KQ WAY principals and best practices.

Technical awareness

Innovative and objective

Cost Conscious

Safety conscious

Team player, good interpersonal skills and result oriented.

Ability to work under pressure.

Ability to handle multiple tasks without compromising quality.

Analytical

Unquestionable integrity

Diploma or Degree in Electrical/Electronics/Mechatronics Engineering.

2-3 years’ Experience in Automotive / Heavy diesel / Mobile plant environment electrical, wirings and schematics

Experience in computerized, PLC Repairs  

General sound understanding of electrical power/Electronics.

Sound understanding of electrical schematics.

Experience in PLC operations, diagnosis, and related Repairs

Sound knowledge of various electronic components, systems, and testing equipment. 

Good knowledge of hydraulic and Pneumatic electrical circuits.

Basic workshop operations like welding, lathe works etc

Have a valid driving license.

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Click on the link to apply: https://careers.kenya-airways.com/anonymous/listing/32e723dc-699c-47b4-be59-81232665d398/details?division=3925f6b7-2bc4-41cd-9e38-f44ca02156b7&divisionName=Information%20Technology