Background

MAWASCO was incorporated on 24th August 2005. Its shareholding is currently under the County Government of Kilifi. It stated its operations on 1st February 2006.Its mandate is to provide cost effective and affordable quality water & sanitation service

Job Specification

Malindi Water and Sanitation Company invites applications from suitable candidates for the position of Fecal Sludge Treatment Supervisor to support efficient operations at the Sabaki and Watamu Fecal sludge treatment facilities.

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements

Bachelors Degree in Water Engineering/Technology, Environmental Engineering, Wastewater Treatment, or related field with a minimum of 3 years working experience OR

Diploma in Water Technology, Environmental Engineering, Wastewater Treatment, or related field with a minimum of 5 years working experience

Experience in operating and supervising wastewater treatment processes.

Knowledge of treatment process controls and regulatory standards.)

Electro-Mechanical Plant and processes-troubleshooting skills.

Key Competencies

Strong analytical and decision-making abilities

Good communication and leadership skills

Ability to work in demanding plant environments

Commitment to safety and compliance

Key Responsibilities

Supervise daily operations of wastewater and fecal sludge treatment plants.

Monitor treatment processes and ensure effluent meets NEMA discharge standards.

Coordinate sampling, laboratory tests, and process adjustments.

Conduct routine equipment inspections and preventive maintenance.

Ensure safe handling of chemicals and compliance with OSHA 2007.

Maintain accurate plant logs, reports, and regulatory documentation.

Train and guide plant operators and support staff

• Supervise daily operations of wastewater and fecal sludge treatment plants.
• Monitor treatment processes and ensure effluent meets NEMA discharge standards.
• Coordinate sampling, laboratory tests, and process adjustments.
• Conduct routine equipment inspections and preventive maintenance.
• Ensure safe handling of chemicals and compliance with OSHA 2007.
• Maintain accurate plant logs, reports, and regulatory documentation.
• Train and guide plant operators and support staff

• Operating and supervising wastewater treatment processes
• Treatment process controls and regulatory standards
• Electro-Mechanical Plant and processes-troubleshooting
• Analytical and decision-making abilities
• Communication and leadership skills
• Ability to work in demanding plant environments
• Commitment to safety and compliance

• Bachelors Degree in Water Engineering/Technology, Environmental Engineering, Wastewater Treatment, or related field
• Diploma in Water Technology, Environmental Engineering, Wastewater Treatment, or related field