Jobs at Kenya Shipyards Limited
ABOUT US Kenya shipyards Limited is mainly designed for ship building, however, its roles in support of industry and developmental engineering is prominent. It has a record of service to rail industry and general engineering and has promoted further diversifications of its general engineering activities 

Manager Warehousing

KSL/HR/201/PROC/31

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills):
Academic Qualifications:

  • Master’s Degree in any of the following fields: - Business Administration, Economics, Procurement and Supplies Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
  • First level university degree in any of the following disciplines from an accredited University/College: - Procurement and Supplies Management, Procurement and Logistics, Commerce, Business Administration (Supplies Management Option), Economics or equivalent qualifications combined with the required work experience may be accepted in lieu of the Master’s degree. 

Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies:

  • Professional qualification/certification in relevant field; preferably Procurement
  • Membership to a professional body either KISM or CIPS
  • Undertaken Leadership/ Management Course from a recognized institution.
  • Proficient in Computer applications.

Previous relevant work experience required:

  • At least ten (10) years’ working experience three (3) years of which should be in a managerial position.
  • Work experience in planning, receiving and storing goods, distribution and inventory management is desirable. International experience in similar role is an added advantage

 

Manager Technical Procurement

KSL/HR/201/PROC/30

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills):
Academic Qualifications:

  • Master’s Degree in any of the following fields: -Business Administration, Economics, Procurement and Supplies Management, Engineering or other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
  • First level university degree in any of the following fields: - Procurement and Supplies Management, Procurement and Logistics, Commerce, Business Administration (Supplies Management Option), Economics, Engineering or other equivalent qualifications from a recognized Institution combined with the required work experience may be accepted in lieu of the Master’s degree.

Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies

  • Professional qualification/certification in relevant field; preferably Procurement.
  • Membership to a professional body either KISM or CIPS
  • Undertaken Leadership/ Management Course from a recognized institution.
  • Proficient in Computer applications.

Previous relevant work experience required:

  • At least ten (10) years’ working experience three (3) years of which should be in a managerial position a maritime industry
  • Experience in procurement of technical maritime related goods, works and services is desired. International experience in similar role is an added advantage

 

Manager Quality Management System and Risk Coordination

KSL/HR/201/STRAT/29

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills):
Academic Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Engineering, Statistics, Project management and any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
  • First level university degree in any of the following disciplines: Engineering, Statistics, Project management or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution combined with the required work experience may be accepted in lieu of the Master’s degree.

Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies:

  • Leadership/management course from a recognized institution. .
  • Member of a relevant professional body e.g. ISACA Previous relevant work experience required:
  • Minimum of ten (10) years relevant experience, three (3) of which should be at Management level.
  • Work experience in managing quality production proceses and systems during ship building, repair, maintenance, refit, conversion, civil and modular construction is desirable. International experience in similar roles will be an added advantage

 

Manager, Legal Services

KSL/HR/201/LEG/28

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills):
Academic Qualifications:

  • Masters of Law (LL.M) degree or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
  • Bachelor of Law (LL. degree or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution combined with the required work experience may be accepted in lieu of the Master’s degree.
  • Post graduate diploma from Kenya School of Law or its equivalent.

Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies:

  • Admission as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya.
  • Valid Practicing Certificate.
  • A member in good standing of the Law Society of Kenya (LSK).
  • Certified Secretary.
  • A member in good standing of the Institute of Certified Secretaries (ICS).
  • Relevant management program lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.

Previous relevant work experience required:

  • At least Ten (10) years relevant work experience in Public Service or Private Sector, three (3) of which should be in a management position.
  • Work experience in providing timely and professional legal advice to management, legal presentation and management of contractual obligations is desirable

 

Manager, Financial Controls

KSL/HR/201/FIN/27

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills):
Academic Qualifications: 

  • Master’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: - Commerce (Accounting/Finance Option), Finance, Business Administration, Business Management; Economics or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution.
  • First level university degree in any of the following disciplines: - Commerce (Accounting/Finance Option), Finance, Business Administration, Economics, ICT, Business Management or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution combined with the required work experience may be accepted in lieu of the Master’s degree.

Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies: 

  • Holder of CPA(K)or equivalent qualification
  • Member of good standing with the Institute of Certified Public Accountant (ICPAK). 
  • Undertaken Leadership/management course from a recognized institution.
  • Proficiency in computer applications. 

Previous relevant work experience required: 

  • Minimum 10 years’ work experience in a related field three (3) of which should be at managerial position.
  • Work experience in developing policies, processes and procedures that strengthen the internal controls in finance and accounting is desirable

 

Manager Accounting Services

KSL/HR/201/FIN/26

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills):
Academic Qualifications: 

  • Master’s Degree in (Accounting or Finance) or its equivalent from a recognized institution. 
  • First level university degree in any of the following disciplines from an accredited University/College: Finance or Commerce (Accounting option) combined with the required work experience may be accepted in lieu of the Master’s degree.

Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies: 

  • Member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya.
  • Holder of CPA (K) or its equivalent from a recognized professional body. 
  • Undertaken Leadership/Management course from a recognized institution.
  • Proficiency in computer applications. 

Previous relevant work experience required: 

  • 10 years’ experience in three (3) of which should be in a managerial role.
  • Work experience in providing accounting and payroll services is desirable

 

Manager, Corporate Communication

KSL/HR/201/CORP/24

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills):
Academic Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in any of the following fields: Communication, Social Sciences, Marketing, Business Management, or relevant qualification from a recognized institution.
  • First level university degree in any of the following fields: Communication, Social Sciences, Marketing, Business Management, Journalism or relevant qualification from a recognized institution combined with the required work experience may be accepted in lieu of the Master’s degree.

Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies:

  • A postgraduate Diploma in Mass Communication if the first degree is not in Journalism or Communication.
  • Professional management certifications/ qualifications as applicable. 
  • Membership with relevant professional body where applicable e.g., PRSK, MSK. 
  • Leadership/Management Course from a recognized institution.Previous relevant work experience required:
  • Minimum of ten (10) years of relevant work experience three (3) of which should be in a managerial position.
  • Experience in developing, coordinating and implementing company’s communication and public relations strategy is desirable

 

Manager Financial Planning, Budgeting & Reporting

KSL/HR/201/FIN/25 

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills):
Academic Qualifications: 

  • Master’s Degree in (Accounting or Finance) or its equivalent from a recognized institution. 
  • First level university degree in any of the following disciplines from an accredited University/College: Finance or Commerce (Accounting option) combined with the required work experience may be accepted in lieu of the Master’s degree.

Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies: 

  • Member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya.
  • Holder of CPA (K) or its equivalent from a recognized professional body. 
  • Undertaken Leadership/Management course from a recognized institution.
  • Proficiency in computer applications. 

Previous relevant work experience required: 

  • 10 years’ experience in three (3) of which should be in a managerial role.
  • Work experience in providing accounting and payroll services is desirable

 

Manager Occupational Safety, Health & Environment

KSL/HR/201/CORP/23 

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills):
Academic Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in any of the following fields: Occupational Safety and Health, Environment Management, Development Studies, Project Management or another relevant qualification.
  • First level university degree in any of the following fields: BSc in Occupational Safety and Health, Environmental Management, Social Science, Engineering or in any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution combined with the required work experience may be accepted in lieu of the Master’s degree.

Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies:

  • Professional Occupational Safety and Health qualification from a reputable professional institution.
  • Member of Environment Institute of Kenya (EIK) or relevant body.
  • Registered and Licensed to Practice as an Environmental Expert by National Environment Management Company (NEMA).
  • Training in Environment Impact Assessment/Audit (EIA)
  • Certificate in Environmental and Social Safeguards Standards.
  • Undertaken Leadership/Management course from a recognized institution.

Previous relevant work experience required:

  • A minimum period of ten (10) years relevant work experience three (3) of which should be in a managerial position. 
  • Work Experience in a manufacturing industry is desirable

 

Manager Human Resources

KSL/HR/201/CORP/22 

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills):
Academic Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: - Human ResourceManagement, Public Administration, Commerce (Accounting/Finance Option), Finance, Economics, Business Administration/Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
  • First level university degree in any of the following disciplines: - Human Resource Management, Commerce (Accounting/Finance Option), Finance, Economics, Business Management/Administration, Public Administration or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution combined with the required work experience may be accepted in lieu of the Master’s degree.

Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies:

  • Leadership/Management course from a recognized institution.
  • Membership to a relevant professional body where applicable.
  • Proficiency in computer applications.

Previous relevant work experience required:

  • A minimum period of ten (10) years relevant work experience three (3) of which should be in a senior HR management level.
  • Work experience in a manufacturing industry is desirable

 

Manager Sales & Marketing

KSL/HR/201/COM/21 

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills):
Academic Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in any of the following fields: Commerce (marketing option), Business management, Business Administration, Economics or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
  • First level university degree in any of the following discipline from an accredited University/College: Commerce (marketing option), Business management, Business Administration, Economics or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution combined with the required work experience may be accepted in lieu of the Master’s degree.

Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies:

  • Membership to a professional body; Marketing Society of Kenya or Chartered Institute of Marketers or any other relevant professional body.
  • Certificate in Leadership/Management Course from a recognized institution.
  • Proficiency in Computer applications.

Previous relevant work experience required:

  • At least ten (10) years’ relevant work experience three (3) of which should be at management level.
  • International experience in a similar industry is desirable

 

Manager Logistics & Transport

KSL/HR/201/PROC/20 

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills):
Academic Qualifications:

  • Master’s Degree in any of the following fields - Business Administration, Economics, Procurement and Supplies Management, Logistics or other relevant and equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
  • First level university degree in any of the following disciplines from an accredited University/College Procurement and Supplies Management, Procurement and Logistics, Commerce, Business 
  • Administration (Supplies Management Option), Economics or other relevant and equivalent qualifications combined with the required work experience may be accepted in lieu of the Master’s degree.

Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies:

  • Professional qualification/certification in relevant field; preferably Transport and Logistics
  • Membership to a professional body either KISM.
  • Certified Supplies Practitioner by KISM or CIPS or both.
  • Undertaken Management/Leadership Course from a recognized institution.
  • Proficient in computer applications.

Previous relevant work experience required:

  • At least ten (10) years’ working experience three (3) years of which should be in a managerial position.
  • Experience in global logistics, customs and transportation of maritime goods is desirable.International experience in similar role will be an added advantage

 

Manager Quality Assurance – Commissioning

KSL/HR/201/STRAT/19 

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills):
Academic Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in any of the following fields: Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Marine Engineering, Marine/Naval Architect or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
  • First level university degree in any of the following fields: Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Marine Engineering, Marine/Naval Architect or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution combined with the required work experience may be accepted in lieu of the Master’s degree.

Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies:

  • Professional qualification/certification in the relevant field from a recognized institution.
  • Undertaken Leadership/management course from a recognized institution.
  • Previous relevant work experience required:
  • Minimum of ten (10) years relevant experience, three (3) of which should be at Management level.
  • Work experience in the process of shipbuilding, repair, refit and conversion to ensure that the final products 
  • conform to the original computed designs is desirable. International experience in similar role is an added advantage

 

Manager Quality Assurance-Inspection

KSL/HR/201/STRAT/18 

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills):
Academic Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in any of the following fields: Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Marine Engineering, Marine/Naval Architect or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
  • First level university degree in any of the following fields: Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Marine Engineering, Marine/Naval Architect or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution combined with the required work experience may be accepted in lieu of the Master’s degree.

Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies:

  • Certification in the relevant field from a recognized institution. 
  • Leadership/management course from a recognized institution.

Previous relevant work experience required:

  • Minimum of ten (10) years’ work experience with demonstrated competence in work performance.
  • Work experience in conducting inspections at each step of the ship production for quality assurance is desirable. International experience in a similar role is an added advantage

 

Manager Yard Management

KSL/HR/201/PROD/17 

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills):
Academic Qualifications: 

  • Master’s Degree in any of the following fields: Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution.
  • First level university degree in any of the following discipline from an accredited University/College:Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or equivalent/ qualifications combined with the required work experience may be accepted in lieu of the Master’s degree.

Professional Qualifications: 

  • Professional qualification / certification as applicable.
  • Relevant Shipyard management course.
  • Undertaken Management/ Leadership Course from a recognized institution.
  • Ability to understand and administer ABS Classification guidelines, USCG and SOLAS and IMO requirements.
  • Proficient in Computer application and computer aided applications.
  • Able to analyze and interpret technical information and drawings.

Previous relevant work experience required: 

  • Minimum 10 years of experience in managing ship maintenance projects three (3) of which should be in managerial position.
  • Ten (10) years’ experience in the Disciplined Services three (3) of which should be in managerial/senior command level will be an added advantage

 

Manager Civil, Modular & Other Maritime Works

KSL/HR/201/PROD/16 

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills):
Academic Qualifications: 

  • Master’s degree from an accredited university/college in the following fields: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Naval Architecture or Marine Engineering or similar qualifications with a strong technical background.
  • First level university degree in any of the following fields: - Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Naval Architecture or Marine Engineering from a recognized institution or similar qualification with a strong technical background combined with the required work experience may be accepted in lieu of the Master’s degree

Professional Qualifications: 

  • Professional qualification / certification as applicable.
  • Undertaken Management/ Leadership Course from a recognized institution
  • Ability to understand and administer ABS Classification guidelines, USCG and SOLAS and IMO requirements.
  • Proficient in Computer application and computer aided applications.
  • Able to analyze and interpret technical information and drawings.

Previous relevant work experience required: 

  • Minimum 10 years’ relevant work experience in an engineering or design or work preparation related field five of which should be in management in shipbuilding or ship maintenance projects.
  • International experience in similar role in an established shipyard will be an added advantage

 

Manager New Built, Refit & Conversion

KSL/HR/201/PROD/15 

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills):
Academic Qualifications: 

  • Master’s degree from an accredited university/college in the following fields: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Naval Architecture or Marine Engineering or similar qualifications with a strong technical background.
  • First level university degree in any of the following fields: - Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Naval Architecture or Marine Engineering from a recognized institution or similar qualification with a strong technical background combined with the required work experience may be accepted in lieu of the Master’s degree

Professional Qualifications: 
Professional qualification / certification as applicable.

  • Undertaken Management/ Leadership Course from a recognized institution
  • Ability to understand and administer ABS Classification guidelines, USCG and SOLAS and IMO requirements.
  • Proficient in Computer application and computer aided applications.
  • Able to analyze and interpret technical information and drawings.

Previous relevant work experience required: 

  • Minimum 10 years’ relevant work experience in an engineering or design or work preparation related field five of which should be in management in shipbuilding or ship maintenance projects.
  • International experience in similar role in an established shipyard will be an added advantage

 

Manager Information, Communication & Technology

KSL/HR/201/FIN/14 

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills):
Academic Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in IT.
  • First level university degree in any of the following discipline from an accredited University/College: Information Technology, Computer Science, Electrical and Electronics, Electrical and Telecoms or equivalent qualifications with a combination of required work experience may be accepted in lieu of the Master’s degree.

Professional Qualifications:

  • Leadership/Management from a recognized institution.
  • Applicable Professional certification 
  • Member of a relevant professional body

Previous relevant work experience required:

  • Ten (10) years of work experience with at least three (3) years in a supervisory role.
  • An in depth understanding of network/systems administration, mail, ERP Systems and Information Security.
  • Experience in the Disciplined Services at managerial/senior command of at least 3 years is desirable

 

Manager Administration & Security Services

KSL/HR/201/CORP/13 

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills):
Academic Qualifications:

  • Master’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: Public Administration, Security Management, Business Administration or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
  • First level university degree in any of the following disciplines: Public Administration, Security Management, Business Administration, Political Science/Government, Military Science, Criminology and Security Studies, Anthropology or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution combined with the required work experience may be accepted in lieu of the Master’s degree.

Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies: 

  • Undertaken a Strategic Leadership/Management course from a recognized institution.
  • Proficiency in computer applications.
  • Registration with a relevant professional body where applicable.

Previous relevant work experience required:

  • A minimum period of ten (10) years relevant work experience three (3) of which should be at management position.
  • Experience in the Disciplined Services at managerial/senior command of at least 3 years

 

Business Development Manager

KSL/HR/201/COM/12 

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills):
Academic Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in Business related field.
  • First level university degree in any of the following discipline from an accredited University/College: Commerce (marketing option), Business management, Engineering Business Administration, Economics or equivalent qualification combined with the required work experience may be accepted in lieu of the Master’s degree.

Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies: 

  • Membership to a professional body; Marketing Society of Kenya or Chartered Institute of Marketers or any other related field.
  • Undertaken a Strategic Leadership/Management course lasting not less than six (6) months from a recognized institution
  • Proficiency in Computer applications.
  • Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results. 

Previous relevant work experience required:

  • At least ten (10) years’ relevant work experience three (3) of which must have been at management level.
  • Work experience in maritime industry in the formulation, review and implementation of business development policies and plans is desirable. International work experience in similar role will be an added advantage

 

Technical Assistant- Operations

KSL/HR/201/MD/11 

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes/Skills): 
Academic Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree from a recognized institution in any of the following fields: Finance, Economics, Engineering, Business Administration or equivalent qualification.
  • First level university degree from a recognized institution in any of the following fields: Finance, Economics, Engineering, Business Administration or equivalent qualification combined with the required work experience may be accepted in lieu of the Master’s degree.

Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies:

  • Professional management certifications/qualifications as applicable.
  • Membership with relevant professional body, where applicable.
  • Undertaken Leadership/Management course from a recognized institution.
  • Proficiency in computer applications.

Previous relevant work experience required:

  • Minimum of tent (10) years of relevant work experience with demonstrated competence in work performance.
  • Experience managing/coordinating project teams in a shipbuilding industry is desirable
  • Technical knowledge in maritime systems
  • Experience in the Disciplined Services at managerial/senior command of at least 3 years an added advantage

 

General Manager – Audit

KSL/HR/201/AUD/10 

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills):
Academic Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: - Finance, Accounting, Business Admiration (Finance or Accounting option) economics or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution.
  • First level degree in any of the following disciplines from an accredited University/College; Finance, Accounting, Business Admiration (Finance or Accounting option) economics or equivalent qualifications combined with the required work experience may be accepted in lieu of the Master’s degree.

Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies:

  • Certified Internal Auditor (CIA).
  • Passed Part III of Certified Public Accountants (CPKenya examination or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
  • Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA).
  • Be a registered member of Institute of Internal Auditors (II(Kenya Chapter) or any other a relevant professional body.
  • Undertaken Leadership/Management course from a recognized institution.
  • Proficiency in Computer application skills.

Previous relevant work experience required:

  • A minimum period of twelve (12) years relevant work experience five (5) of which should have been in a senior management level

 

Company Secretary & GM Legal Services

KSL/HR/201/LEG/09 

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills):
Academic Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in Law from a recognized institution.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Law from a recognized institution combined with the required work experience may be accepted in lieu of the Master’s degree.

Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies:

  • Advocate of the High Court of Kenya.
  • Member of Law Society of Kenya in good standing.
  • Certified Public Secretary (Kenya).
  • Member of the Institute of Certified Public Secretaries in good standing.
  • Undertaken a Strategic Leadership/Management course from a recognized institution.

Previous relevant work experience required:

  • Minimum of twelve (12) years relevant experience, five (5) of which should be at Management level

 

General Manager – Corporate Services

KSL/HR/201/CORP/08 

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills):
Academic Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in any of the following fields - Human Resource Management, Public Administration, Commerce (Accounting/Finance Option), Finance, Economics, Business Administration/Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
  • First level university degree in the of the in any of the following discipline from an accredited University/College - Human Resource Management, Commerce (Accounting/Finance Option), Finance, Economics, Business Management/Administration, Public Administration or equivalent qualification combined with the required work experience may be accepted in lieu of the Master’s degree.

Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies:

  • Undertaken Leadership/Management course from a recognized institution.
  • Membership to a relevant professional body where applicable.
  • Proficiency in computer applications.

Previous relevant work experience required:

  • A minimum period of twelve (12) years relevant work experience five (5) of which should be in a senior management level.
  • Experience in managing corporate services in a shipbuilding industry will be an added advantage.

 

General Manager – Finance & ICT

KSL/HR/201/FIN/07 

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills):
Academic Qualifications: 

  • Master’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: - Commerce (Accounting/Finance Option), Finance, Business Administration, ICT, Business Management; Economics or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution.
  • First level university degree in any of the following disciplinesfrom an accredited University/College Commerce (Accounting/Finance Option), Finance, Business Administration, Economics, ICT Business Management or equivalent qualifications combined with the required work experience may be accepted in lieu of the Master’s degree.

Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies: 

  • Undertaken Leadership/Management course from a recognized institution.
  • CPA(K)/ACCA or similar qualification.
  • Membership of good standing in professional accounting body.
  • Knowledge/Experience in working with an ERP System.

Previous relevant work experience required: 

  • Minimum 12 years’ work experience in a related field five (5) of which must be in managerial position. 
  • Experience in company budget planning supporting the executive management and financial advice in shipbuilding industry is desirable. International experience in similar role will be an added advantage. 

 

General Manager-Supply Chain Management

KSL/HR/201/PROC/06 

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills):
Academic Qualifications:

  • Master’s Degree in any of the following fields from a recognized university - Business Administration, Economics, Procurement and Supplies Management or equivalent qualifications
  • First level university degree in any of the following disciplines from an accredited University/College: - Procurement and Supplies Management, Procurement and Logistics, Commerce, Business Administration (Supplies Management Option), Economics or other equivalent qualifications combined with the required work experience may be accepted in lieu of the Master’s degree.

Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies:

  • Professional qualification/certification in relevant field; preferably Procurement
  • Membership to a professional body either KISM.
  • Certified Supplies Practitioner by KISM or CIPS or both.
  • Undertaken a Strategic Leadership/Management course from a recognized institution
  • Proficient in Computer applications

 

General Manager – Strategy & Quality Assurance

KSL/HR/201/STRAT/05

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills):
Academic Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in any of the following fields: Finance, Strategic Studies, Project Management, Commerce, Strategic Planning, Business Development, ICT, Statistics, Engineering, Law, Actuarial Science or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
  • First level university degree in any of the following fields: Finance, Strategic Studies, Commerce, Strategic Planning, Business Development, ICT, Statistics, Engineering, Law, Actuarial Science or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution combined with the required work experience may be accepted in lieu of the Master’s degree.
  • Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies:Undertaken a Strategic Leadership/Management course from a recognized institution.

Previous relevant work experience required:

The candidate should have the following work experience:

  • Minimum of twelve (12) years relevant experience, five (5) of which should be at Management level.
  • Experience in conceptualizing, formulating and implementing business strategies in shipbuilding industry is desirable. International experience in similar role will be an added advantage.
  • Experience in the Disciplined Services at managerial/senior command of at least 5 years is an added advantage

 

General Manager – Commercial Services

KSL/HR/201/COM/04 

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills):
Academic Qualifications:

  • Master’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: Commerce (marketing option), Business management, Business Administration, Economics or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
  • First level degree in any of the following disciplines: Commerce (marketing option), Business management, Business Administration, Economics or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution combined with the required work experience may be accepted in lieu of the Master’s degree.

Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies:

  • Membership to a professional body; Marketing Society of Kenya or Chartered Institute of Marketers or any other related field.
  • Undertaken a Leadership/Management course from a recognized institution.
  • Proficiency in Computer applications.

Previous relevant work experience required:
The candidate should have the following work experience:

  • At least twelve (12) years’ relevant work experience five (5) of which must have been at management level.
  • Experience in commercial services, business development and marketing in shipbuilding industry is desirable. International experience in a similar role will be an added advantage

 

General Manager -Maintenance, Repairs & Overhaul

KSL/HR/201/MRO/03 

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills):
Academic Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Marine Engineering from a recognized institution or similar qualification from an accredited university/college with a strong technical background.
  • First level university degree in the following fields: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Marine Engineering from a recognized institution or similar qualification with a strong technical background combined with the required work experience may be accepted in lieu of the Master’s degree.

Professional Qualifications:

  • Professional qualification / certification as applicable.
  • Ability to understand and administer ABS Classification guidelines, USCG and SOLAS and IMO requirements.
  • Undertaken a Leadership/Management course from a recognized institution.
  • Considerable knowledge in all areas of shipbuilding and repair, material handling, labor, safety and product related state and federal regulations and practices.
  • Proficient in Computer aided applications.

Previous relevant work experience required:

  • At least twelve (12) years’ working experience, five (5) years of which should be in a managerial position in the following areas: 
  • Shipyard/dockyard manager
  • Technical experience in Maritime/Marine and Military Naval Systems. 
  • Experience in the management of shipyards and/or supervising ship maintenance, repair and overhaul at a managerial level. International experience in a similar role in an established shipyard will be an added advantage

 

General Manager – Production

KSL/HR/201/ PROD/02 

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills):
Academic Qualifications: 

  • Master’s degree from an accredited university/college in any of the following fields: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Naval Architecture or Marine Engineering or similar qualification with a strong technical background.
  • A first level university degree from an accredited university/college in any of the following fields;Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering or similar qualifications with a strong technical background combined with the required work experience may be accepted in lieu of the Master’s degree.

Professional Qualifications: 

  • Professional qualification / certification as applicable.
  • Undertaken a Strategic Leadership/Management course from a recognized institution.
  • Ability to understand and administer ABS Classification guidelines, USCG and SOLAS and IMO requirements.
  • Considerable knowledge in all areas of shipbuilding and repair, material handling, labor, safety and product related state and federal regulations and practices.
  • Proficient in Computer application and computer aided applications drawings.

Previous relevant work experience required: 

  • At least twelve (12) years’ working experience, five (5) years of which should be in a managerial position in the following areas: 
  • Shipyard/dockyard management
  • Technical experience in Maritime/Marine and Military Naval Systems. 
  • Experience in the management of shipyards and/or supervising ship construction at a managerial level.
  • Experience in the Disciplined Services at managerial/senior command of at least 5 years is desirable.
  • International experience in shipbuilding will be an added advantage

 

Managing Director

KSL/HR/201/MD/01 

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills):
Academic Qualifications: 

  • Master’s degree in any of the following: Business Administration, Social Sciences, Economics, Finance, Engineering, Electronics or related field from a recognized institution or equivalent qualifications.
  • A first level university degree in any of the following fields from a recognized institution; Business Administration, Social Sciences, Economics, Finance, Engineering or Electronics combined with the required work experience may be accepted in lieu of the Master’s degree.

Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies: 

  • Undertaken a Strategic Leadership/Management course from a recognized institution.
  • Proficient knowledge of corporate governance, procurement laws, and current industry related issues and trends at national, regional, and international levels, including in-depth understanding of ship building in the global marketplace.
  • Proficiency in Computer Applications.

Previous relevant work experience required:

  • At least fifteen (15) years’ working experience, five (5) years of which should be in a managerial position in the following areas: 
  • Technical experience in Maritime/Marine and Military Naval Systems.
  • Managing maritime large projects of not less than KSh 6 billion.
  • Experience in the management of shipyards and/or directing ship construction at a managerial level.
  • Experience in the Disciplined Services at managerial/senior command of at least 15 years is desirable
 

Method of Application

Interested candidates who meet the requirements MUST download the employment form, ll and send their application together with detailed C.V, copies of relevant academic and professional testimonials (in pdf) to: - HR@kenyashipyards.co.ke. Applications may also be posted to the Managing Director Kenya Shipyards Limited P.O Box 95350 -80104 Mombasa or hand delivered to Ground Floor, Heru House, Treasury Building, Nairobi Kenya.

The applications should reach the Company before close of Business on Monday 25th October, 2022. 
Upon o er of employment the successful candidates must satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of 
Kenya by providing copies of;

  • A valid Tax Compliance Certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
  • A valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI)
  • A valid Clearance Certificate from the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
  • A valid Clearance Certificate from an Approved Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)
  • A valid Clearance form from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)

Job Info
Job Category: Several Jobs in one Advert jobs in Kenya
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: 25 October 2022  
Duty Station: Nairobi, Mombasa
Posted: 07-10-2022
No of Jobs: 31
Start Publishing: 07-10-2022
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 07-10-2065
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