Vacancy title:
Dozer Operator

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources, Category: Science & Engineering]

Jobs at:
Victory Farms

Deadline of this Job:
Wednesday, July 23 2025

Duty Station:
Kenya | Homa Bay | Kenya

Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, July 16 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

We are seeking for a Dozer Operator will be responsible for operations related to pond and reservoir construction, as well as road construction projects. The operator will perform earthmoving, site clearance, excavation, and grading activities to ensure project success and adherence to engineering specifications.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Site Preparation and Operation:

• Level construction sites and compact earthworks to prepare sites for building activities.
• Excavate murram, gravel, and other materials necessary for construction works.
• Clear and remove obstacles, debris, and vegetation to pave the way for installations and construction tasks.
• Follow detailed engineering plans and specifications to ensure accuracy in excavation and grading operations.

Equipment Maintenance:

• Conduct daily pre-operation and post-operation inspections to verify the bulldozer is in safe and efficient working condition.
• Perform routine maintenance, including checking and topping up fluids and oils, and greasing all moving parts as required.
• Report any detected maintenance issues or defects promptly to management for immediate repair actions.

Safety and Compliance:

• Strictly adhere to all site safety protocols, rules, and regulations throughout operations.
• Wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE) including helmets, gloves, boots, and high-visibility clothing.
• Follow manufacturer’s operating procedures to avoid damage to equipment and surrounding infrastructure.

Record Keeping and Reporting

• Maintain accurate daily logs of work hours, fuel consumption, and lubricants used.
• Document any incidents, repairs, or maintenance activities performed during operations.
• Ensure the dozer is securely locked and parked in a designated safe location at the end of each workday.
• Communicate regularly with the site manager or supervisor, providing updates on work progress and reporting any challenges or issues encountered.

Requirements

• Certificate or Diploma in Plant Operations, Heavy Equipment Operation, or a related field is preferred
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience operating CAT dozers 
• Proven experience as a dozer and backhoe operator or in a similar heavy machinery operating role.
• Demonstrated ability to operate heavy machinery and earthmoving equipment safely and efficiently.
• Strong understanding and strict adherence to safety regulations and workplace procedures.
• Good physical condition and stamina to perform demanding tasks in varying site conditions.
• Excellent hand-eye coordination, focus, and a keen eye for detail to ensure precise grading and excavation work.

Benefit:

• Visibility into the world’s fastest growing aquaculture company.
• Ideal for a candidate looking to dive into a mission-oriented Organization.
• The team is committed to the candidate’s success and will provide coaching, mentorship, and unique exposure to people and experiences that come from the most successful leaders in the entrepreneurial community and the social sector.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 60

Level of Education: bachelor degree

Job application procedure

Interested and qualified? Go to Victory Farms on victoryfarmskenya.com to apply

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