Ref: KRBR103

Reports to the General Manager Infrastructure. Responsible for development and maintenance of railway infrastructure in accordance with approved Engineering standards and best industry practice to guarantee safe movement of trains.

Duties and responsibilities Duties

1. Participates in project conceptualization and preparation of identified infrastructure projects


2. Responsible for implementation of approved railway infrastructure projects


3. Manages outsourced contractors/ consultants


4. Certifies payment certificates for outsourced contractors


5. Participates in stakeholder engagement to create awareness and support of the corporation’s infrastructure projects


6. Facilitates development of engineering development and maintenance policies and standards


7. Responsible for planning and development of major rehabilitation works


8. Responsible for planning, execution and maintenance of permanent way infrastructure, bridges, and civil works


9. Responsible for tools, plant & equipment’s (Heavy earth moving equipment, ballast tamping machines etc.) for maintenance and capital works


10. Responsible for production facilities (depots, sleeper press)


11. Oversees the determination of maximum allowable section speed and imposition and lifting of Temporary Speed Restrictions across the network and imposition of strategic line blocks


12. Facilitates approval for movement of out of gauge load in accordance to the standard dimensions.


13. Participates in preparation and updating of asset register for the railway and marine infrastructure


14. Reviews and provides guidance on way leave application on railway right of Way to ensure railway safety is safeguarded.


15. Undertakes regular track inspection throughout the network to ensure maintenance schedules and practices are adhered to.


16. Ensure track availability for train operations as per best industry practice


17. Oversees investigation of railway accident/incidents in respect to Permanent Way infrastructure for expeditious restoration of the line.

Requirements for the Job

1. Master Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;


2. Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;


3. A minimum of ten (10) years’ experience in relevant work and at least three (3) years in a management role in the Public Service or in the Private Sector;


4. Registered by Engineers Board of Kenya as a Professional Engineer with a post registration experience of at least six (8) years;


5. Valid Annual Practicing License from the Engineers Board of Kenya;


6. Certification in Project Management from a recognized institution


7. Certificate in Project Management.


8. Certificate in Supervisory Course for at least two (2) weeks from a recognized institution


9. Certificate in Leadership Course for at least four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.


10. Membership of the Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK).


11. Proficiency in computer applications.


12. Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution

TERMS OF OFFER

An attractive remuneration package commensurate with qualifications and responsibilities of the position will be negotiated with the right candidate.