Tana River County Drilling Rig Operator - Driller Jobs in Kenya

Tana River County Drilling Rig Operator - Driller Jobs in Kenya


Duties and Responsibilities

  • Keeping records and planning supplies of fuel and lubricants for drilling equipment;

  • Operating drilling rig machines and pumps as well as recording and reporting the use of drilling bits;

  • Assist the drilling inspector in inspection of the rigs, borehole pumps, welding and cementing operations and preparing detailed drilling inspection reports;

  • Reporting any hitches or problems noticed while carrying out assigned duties to the Supervisor for appropriate action;

  • Maintaining a safe working environment for self and others and ensures the work station is kept to the highest standards of cleanliness;

  • Adhere to the county governments rules and regulations while maintaining a high
    sense of discipline;

  • Assisting in the maintenance and repairs of drilling equipment, engines and gears;

  • Recording all data required for both the drill hole and sampling; and

  • Handing over all the works and assignments to the supervisor or any other person in
    charge while leaving for off or leave.

    Requirements for Appointment

    For appointment to this grade, a candidate must be in possession of;

  • The candidate must be in possession of Diploma of Ground Water (Drilling Option) from a recognized institution, Kenya Water Institute, or any other approved equivalent qualifications;

  • At least five (5) years relevant experience in a busy water drilling and installation
    work shop and working with drilling machines;

  • Must be in possession of a valid driving license.

  • Passed the Departmental Occupational Test III.

  • Minimum ‘Secondary’ level education.

  • Ability to work under minimum supervision with a high sense of personal initiative, keen & fast learner, good communicator, a good team player.

    How to Apply

  • For more information and job application details, see; Tana River County Drilling Rig Operator - Driller Jobs in Kenya


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