Duties and Responsibilities

This is the entry and training grade for this cadre. An officer at this level will work under the guidance of a senior officer. Specific duties and responsibilities will include: -

• Preparation of drawings for siting of fire appliances;
• Inspection of buildings for assessing fire hazards and risks;
• Ensuring availability of emergency exits and adequacy of means of escape in public buildings; and
•  Repair and maintenance of fire-fighting equipment.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -

• A Bachelors Degree in any of the following disciplines: Electrical/Mechanical/Chemical/ Mechatronics Engineering or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; and
•  Be registered by Engineers Registration Board of Kenya as a Graduate Engineer.

• Inspection, repair and maintenance of fire installations in public buildings, hospitals and institutions;
• Ensure buildings adhere to local, and national fire codes Ensuring buildings adhere to local, state, and national fire codes;
• Evaluating fire sprinklers, extinguishers, and suppression systems;
• Determining the origin and cause of fires;
• Preparing detailed reports on violations and required corrections; and
• Providing training on fire safety and prevention to the public.

• Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical/Chemical Engineering or equivalent and relevant qualification from a recognized institution;
• First Aid Certificate course lasting not less than one (1) week from St. John’s Ambulance or Kenya Institute of Highways and Building Technology (KIHBT) or any other recognized institution.