Vacancy title:
Water/Effluent Technician
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources, Category: Science & Engineering, Installation, Maintenance & Repair, Farming & Outdoors, Agribusiness, Agricultural Services & Products, Waste management]
Jobs at:
Kenchic Limited
Deadline of this Job:
Sunday, August 30 2026
Duty Station:
Thika | kenya
Summary
Date Posted: Friday, August 21 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
Kenchic Limited is the leading producer of poultry in East and Central Africa. At its inception, the company’s main activity was the production of broiler and layer day-old chicks. Over the years the company has expanded operations to include processed chicken and further processed products. The company started its operations in 1984. The company’s Head Office is in Exsan House along Enterprise road. Kenchic is proud to be the largest integrated poultry operation in East and Central Africa and deals in day-old chicks, processed chicken meat and further processed products such as smoked sausages, choma sausages & sausages.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
Operate equipment used to purify and clarify water and process or dispose of effluent.
Add appropriate treatment chemicals such as alum, soda ash and chlorine.
Inspect treatment equipment regularly and monitor operating conditions, meters, gauges and control panels. Collect and test water and effluent samples, including samples for laboratory analysis.
Record operational data, meter and gauge readings and maintain accurate treatment-process records. Clean and maintain equipment, tanks, filter beds and work areas.
Monitor operational issues and promptly report malfunctions. Support compliance with applicable environmental and safety requirements. Ensure efficient use of pumps and machines.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
Diploma in Water Engineering.
At least 2 years experience in a manufacturing environment.
Knowledge of water and effluent treatment.
Knowledge of effluent treatment standards.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
WHAT WILL HELP YOU SUCCEED:
Teamwork and collaboration, analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, effective communication, planning and organisation, and flexibility.
ADDED ADVANTAGE:
Ability to drive and possession of a valid driving licence will be an added advantage.
PLEASE NOTE:
The successful candidate may be required to work in shifts and/or over weekends depending on operational requirements
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 12
Level of Education: associate degree
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