Terms of Service: Permanent & Pensionable
Duties and Responsibilities
This is the entry and training for plant operators, a candidate at this level will work under the guidance of a designated supervisor. Duties and responsibilities will entail:
i. Operating machines of ‘difficult rating’;
ii. Assisting machine attendants in identifying possible breakdown,
iii. Liaising with mechanics for servicing,
iv. Making daily and weekly oil checks, and
v. Maintaining the cleanliness of the plants.
Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
i. Plant Operator Certificate from Kenya Institute of Highway &Building Technology (KIHBT) or any other recognized institution;
ii. Passed the Suitability Test for Plant Operators grade III
iii. Valid and current driving license;
iv. Be able to operate at least two (2) plants of ‘difficult rating’;
v. Attended a first-aid course lasing not less than one (1) week from St. john ambulance of Kenya Institute of Highway And Building Technology (KIHBT) or any other recognized institution; and
vi. Proficiency in computer applications.
HOW TO APPLY:
Interested and qualified persons are requested to fill the Online application form accessible from Machakos County website: http://machakos.go.ke/jobs or Machakos County Public Service Board Portal: http://jobs.machakos.go.ke/jobs It is an offence to include incorrect information in the application. Details of academic and professional certificates not obtained by closure of the advert should not be included.
Note that all applications must be submitted electronically.
Applicants should upload certified scanned copies of their academic certificates, professional Certificates from tertiary institutions and National Identification Cards.
Applications must be received on or before 16th April 2026 by 5:00 P.M. Any applications tendered later than the above date and time will not be able to upload.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to Produce originals of their National identity Cards, academic and professional certificates, and transcripts during interviews. Candidates with foreign Qualifications should get clearance from the Commission for University Education (CUE). It is a criminal offence to present fake certificates/documents.
Note: Successful Candidates:
Successful candidates will be required to obtain the following documents and present them to the Machakos County Public Service Board: -
· Tax compliance certificate from KRA
· Clearance certificate from HELB
· Clearance certificate from Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)
· Certificate of good conduct (DCI)
· Credit Reference Bureau Clearance
County Government of Machakos is an equal opportunity employer: Women, Persons with disabilities and other disadvantaged groups are encouraged to apply.
THE SECRETARY/CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
MACHAKOS COUNTY PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD,
PO BOX 603-90100 MACHAKOS