Kenya Airways Hiring GSE Maintenance Technician (Location: Nairobi, Kenya)

Job Title: GSE Maintenance Technician
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Organization Name: Kenya Airways
Department: GSE Maintenance Technician

Brief Description:
The GSE Maintenance Technician is responsible for servicing, maintaining, and repairing Ground Handling Support Equipment (GSE) in a safe and cost-effective manner to ensure timely service delivery.

Detailed Description:

• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, policies, processes, and procedures to guarantee that work is performed in a controlled and consistent manner.
• Foster and maintain a positive safety culture and promote cost-effective operations for Kenya Airways.
• Identify, report, and address hazards, near misses, incidents, and accidents.
• Service, maintain, and repair electrical/electronic failures in GSE and motor vehicles according to the maintenance schedule.
• Conduct root cause analysis and corrective measures for electrical, electronic, and PLC defects in GSE and motor vehicles.
• Respond promptly to GSE emergency breakdowns to avoid delays in aircraft operations.
• Perform repairs, overhauls, and modifications on major equipment components (e.g., engines, gearboxes, hydraulic and electrical systems).
• Requisition materials required for maintenance tasks to ensure timely availability of GSE and motor vehicles for ground operations.
• Maintain records of all electrical/electronic/PLC maintenance activities and equipment history.
• Conduct pre-delivery and post-maintenance checks on GSE.
• Facilitate preventive maintenance of all GSE.
• Conduct quality spot checks to ensure compliance with safety and service standards.
• Overhaul electrical components and PLC systems that control transmission systems, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Guide, train, and mentor newly recruited and existing GSE technicians.
• Adhere to KQ WAY principles and best practices.

Job Requirements:

• Diploma or Degree in Electrical/Electronics/Mechatronics Engineering.
• 2-3 years of experience in Automotive/Heavy Diesel/Mobile Plant environment, with expertise in electrical, wiring, and schematics.
• Experience in computerized PLC repairs.
• Sound understanding of electrical power/electronics and electrical schematics.
• Experience with PLC operations, diagnostics, and related repairs.
• Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic electrical circuits.
• Basic workshop operations such as welding and lathe work.
• Valid driving license.

Additional Skills:

• Technical awareness and innovative thinking.
• Cost-conscious and safety-conscious approach to work.
• Strong team player with good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle pressure and manage multiple tasks without compromising quality.
• Analytical mindset with unquestionable integrity.

How to Apply:
If you meet the qualifications, please submit your detailed Curriculum Vitae by Thursday, 13th February 2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Kenya Airways is an equal opportunity employer.
Currency: KES