The Aga Khan Academy Nairobi is operated by Aga Khan Education Service Kenya (AKESK), a non-profit organization, with close to a hundred years’ experience operating schools in Kenya. Our first formal schools were opened in 1918, and AKESK currently operates 11 schools in Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu and Eldoret, serving close to 5,000 students with a quality, affordable education.

Overall Responsibility

Reporting to the Maintenance Lead, the successful candidate will be responsible for maintenance and upkeep of the buildings and supervision of renovations projects at the Hospital and its clusters.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Undertake scheduled and breakdown maintenance of the buildings.
• Oversee jobs performed by the tradesman like Masson, carpenter, painters, and fabricators.
• Plans with resources and materials for day-to-day activities of the tradesmen under him
• Developing layout designs for small scale construction and renovation Projects.
• Developing bills of quantities for small scale construction and renovation projects.
• Researching and providing estimates for renovation works
• Doing feasibility assessments and site inspections.
• Preparing and implementing project plans.
• Reviewing government regulations and ordinances.
• Monitoring and optimizing safety procedures, production processes, and regulatory compliance.
• Confidently liaising with clients and other professional subcontractors.
• Project management duties (e.g. managing budgets, resources, and deadlines; acquiring and compiling quotes, etc.).

The requirements

Education & Experience

• Diploma in civil engineering or architecture or related field.
• Degree in civil engineering or architecture will be added advantage.
• Accredited by the Institution of Civil Engineers.
• Registration/Licensure as a professional engineer may be required.
• A minimum of 2-3 years of construction projects and building maintenance knowledge is desired.
• Familiarity with design software, such as Autodesk, AutoCAD Civil 3D, and MicroStation.
• Excellent time management skills to ensure project deadlines are met.
• Ability to coordinate more than one project at a time.

Skills & Competencies

• Demonstrated knowledge of how to operate safely in accordance with Workplace Health and Safety policies and procedures and Work Safe regulations.
• Knowledge and understanding of Work Health and Safety Act and Risk management principles.
• Sound knowledge and aptitude to undertake building maintenance projects as directed, including preventive and emergency maintenance.
• An eye for detail and high expectations and Standards regarding Quality and Cleanliness.
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills.
• Problem solving skills.
• Developed computer skills with knowledge of Word, Excel and Microsoft Outlook