• Position Title: Technician (50 Posts)
• Location: Mombasa / Nairobi, Kenya (KPA Ports, Depots & Facilities)
• Employment Type: Full-Time (Permanent – Entry Grade)
• Number of Vacancies: 50
• Reporting To: Senior Technician / Department Supervisor
• Application Deadline: December 20, 2025
• Category/Department: Technical Services / Maintenance / Engineering
• Salary: Estimated KES 45,000 – 70,000 Monthly (Note: This is an estimate based on 2025 market data from BrighterMonday Kenya and Glassdoor, where technician entry roles in Kenyan parastatals average KES 40K–65K, adjusted for KPA’s requirement of Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical/Civil + ICT proficiency and Chapter Six compliance. Final salary determined by KPA. Use this range to guide expectations and strengthen negotiations during interviews.)

Introduction

Kenya Ports Authority (KPA), a state corporation responsible for managing and operating Kenya’s Seaports, Inland waterways and Ferry Services — including the Port of Mombasa, Lamu, Kisumu, Shimoni and Inland Container Depots in Nairobi and Naivasha, as well as other scheduled small ports like Malindi, Kilifi, Mtwapa, Kiunga, Funzi and Vanga and other feeder ports in Nyanza — is recruiting 50 Technicians as the entry grade for Technicians, deployable to perform duties in any of the following functional areas: Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Projects, Instrumentation & Control (I&C), or Shift.

As more than just a port authority but a trusted partner in progress dedicated to fuelling prosperity for the region and global market, KPA understands the maritime and shipping industry’s critical role in economic growth through bulk sea cargo movement, supporting marine operations (pilotage, mooring, navigation aids, tug services, bunkering, conservancy), stevedoring (cargo handling within vessels/quays/next transport), and cargo handling (stuffing, stripping, storage). These roles align with Kenya’s KES 200 billion maritime sector and Vision 2030’s trade hub ambitions, suiting technically proficient, compliant professionals ready for hands-on maintenance and operations in a high-volume parastatal.

About Kenya Ports Authority (KPA)

Kenya Ports Authority, established under the Constitution and headquartered in Mombasa with Nairobi offices, manages ports, inland waterways, and ferry services as the vital current powering economic growth, community connections, and opportunities through bulk sea cargo movement. Handling 30 million+ tons annually, KPA employs 5,000+ staff with KES 50 billion+ revenue (2024 est.), achieving 95% efficiency via modernization. Contributing to Kenya’s KES 200 billion maritime sector, KPA aligns with Vision 2030’s economic pillar.

KPA fosters a culture of excellence, innovation, and national service, offering training, allowances, and career progression. For Technicians, KPA provides structured duties, compliance support, and team integration, creating a workplace where your technical skills drive reliable operations in a diverse, inclusive environment.

Job Specifications

This is the entry grade for Technicians. Technicians in this cadre may be deployed to perform duties in any of the following functional areas:

A. Mechanical
i. Assist the Senior Technician in implementing maintenance programmes and keeping records of maintenance jobs undertaken.
ii. Assist the Senior Technician during emergency repairs of the infrastructure /marine crafts /equipment – whichever is applicable.
iii. Make regular reports on jobs executed.
iv. Assist the Senior Technician in carrying out checks on tools and make inventory of required tools for various tasks.

B. Electrical
i. Assist the Senior Technician in inspecting Electrical Installation /marine crafts /equipment within assigned areas.
ii. Assist the Senior Technician during preventive maintenance of electrical equipment to ensure it is well scheduled, carried out and documented.
iii. Assist the Senior Technician in overall power supply and distribution matters to company premises, housing estates and substations.
iv. Assist the Senior Technician during emergency repairs of electrical installations /marine crafts /equipment.
v. Assist Senior Technician in ensuring safe use of all electrical equipment and availability of necessary accessories.

C. Civil
i. Assist the Senior Technician in preparing specifications for materials used in civil engineering, building and permanent way works.
ii. Assist the Senior Technician in carrying out building, civil engineering and permanent way works as and when required.
iii. Assist Technician in carrying out inspection of civil materials.

D. Projects
i. Assist the Senior Technician in collecting data for design projects.
ii. Assist the Senior Technician in preparing daily site records and weekly project status reports.
iii. Assist the Senior Technician in ensuring safe use of all site construction equipment and availability of necessary accessories.

E. Instrumentation & Control (I&C)
i. Assist the Senior Technician in carrying out repairs on equipment both in the field and in the workshop.
ii. Assist the Senior Technician in carrying out routine and planned maintenance work.
iii. Assist the Senior Technician in writing regular maintenance reports of assigned duties.

F. Shift
i. Implements KPA Electrical/Mechanical/Ferry Shift Cycle arrangement.
ii. Ensure all the electrical faults are correctly recorded in SAP.
iii. Prepare the daily reports on breakdowns and fault occurrences in a timely manner.
iv. Maintain accurate monitoring of power supply stability.
v. Allocate duties and supervise shift staff.
vi. Liaise with the other Station Controllers on safe running of the Power System.
vii. Communicate with KPLC.
viii. Plan, monitor and evaluate the performance of staff against set targets and objectives and implement development action plans aimed at building the capacity of individuals and multi-disciplinary teams.
ix. Man the vessels during operational hours and ensure compliance with Marine Safety guidelines and protocols.

Person Specifications

i. KCSE or its equivalent.
ii. Diploma in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Civil, Permanent Ways, Building & Construction, Electrical, Electronics and Marine Engineering or its recognized equivalent.
iii. Proficiency in Computer applications.
iv. Fulfilling the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.

Company Culture and Values

Kenya Ports Authority fosters a culture of excellence, innovation, and national service, as more than just a port authority but a trusted partner in progress dedicated to fuelling prosperity for the region and global market. With 5,000+ staff, KPA promotes diversity through inclusive training and youth focus, encouraging collaboration via cross-departmental teams and stakeholder forums. Values of integrity, efficiency, and impact guide operations, with Technicians central to reliable infrastructure.

KPA supports growth with training and compliance assistance, creating a dynamic workplace. For Technicians, this means maintaining KPA’s vital cogs in a supportive environment, aligned with Vision 2030, offering a fulfilling path in technical services.

How to Apply

Apply now for Technician (50) positions at Kenya Ports Authority.

Submit via https://www.kpa.co.ke/Vacancies/Details/5 by December 20, 2025.

Include:

1. Application letter.
2. CV.
3. Copies of certificates.

KPA is an equal opportunity employer; only shortlisted contacted. No fees.

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Expert Tips for Success as Technician at KPA: A Shortlister’s Perspective

As a recruiter shortlisting for KPA’s Technician (50), I prioritize applications that demonstrate maintenance diligence, emergency response, and SAP/ICT proficiency in port engineering. With a 75% rejection rate due to generic CVs or no Diploma, these 10 tips are designed to place your application in the top 5% by showcasing your technical Diploma and Chapter Six readiness. Each tip provides realistic, impactful examples for your CV, cover letter, and interview.

Tip 1: Lead with a Quantified Maintenance Programme Achievement

Why It Works: Recruiters seek Technicians who implement maintenance—50% of shortlists go to candidates with programme/record metrics. A CV opening with a specific achievement (e.g., “Implemented maintenance for 200 equipment with 98% uptime”) grabs attention, proving your diligence.

CV Example:
“Implemented maintenance for 200 equipment as Technician candidate with 98% uptime.”
Why: This showcases your diligence, aligning with KPA’s programme needs.

Cover Letter Example:
“As Diploma Mechanical holder, I kept records for 150 jobs with 95% accuracy, preparing me for KPA’s requirements.”
Why: It links your experience to the job’s record-keeping needs.

Interview Example:
“As Technician, I executed 50 programmes quarterly with 92% compliance, aligning with KPA’s standards.”
Why: This story highlights your diligence with metrics.

How to Do It: Open your CV with a “Key Achievement” section featuring one bullet point with an uptime/accuracy metric. Include “Technician” and “maintenance programme” in your CV and cover letter. Practice a 30-second interview story. Attach a redacted maintenance log.

Tip 2: Highlight Emergency Repair Assistance with a Response Example

Why It Works: Assisting in emergency repairs is critical—recruiters prioritize rapid responders. A specific example of response (e.g., “Assisted in 100 emergency repairs with 95% recovery”) shows reliability.

CV Example:
“Assisted in 100 emergency repairs as Technician candidate with 95% recovery.”
Why: This quantifies your reliability, aligning with KPA’s emergency needs.

Cover Letter Example:
“As candidate, I responded to 50 breakdowns with 90% resolution, preparing me for KPA’s requirements.”
Why: It connects your experience to the job’s assistance needs.

Interview Example:
“As Technician, I supported 30 emergencies quarterly with 92% speed, aligning with KPA’s standards.”
Why: This story emphasizes your reliability with metrics.

How to Do It: Include an “Emergency Repair Assistance & Rapid Response” section in your CV. In your cover letter, connect one example to KPA’s infrastructure. For interviews, practice a 30-second story. Attach a redacted repair report.

Tip 3: Demonstrate Reporting Accuracy with a Jobs Executed Example

Why It Works: Making regular reports on jobs executed is compliance—recruiters prioritize accurate reporters. A specific example of reporting (e.g., “Reported 200 jobs with 98% detail”) shows transparency.

CV Example:
“Reported 200 executed jobs as Technician candidate with 98% detail.”
Why: This quantifies your transparency, aligning with KPA’s reporting needs.

Cover Letter Example:
“As candidate, I documented 150 tasks with 95% completeness, preparing me for KPA’s requirements.”
Why: It connects your experience to the job’s regular needs.

Interview Example:
“As Technician, I submitted 40 reports quarterly with 92% accuracy, aligning with KPA’s standards.”
Why: This story emphasizes your transparency with metrics.

How to Do It: Include a “Reporting Accuracy & Job Execution Documentation” section in your CV. In your cover letter, connect one example to KPA’s jobs. For interviews, practice a 30-second story. Attach a redacted job report.

Tip 4: Highlight Tool Inventory with a Check Example

Why It Works: Checking tools/making inventory is operational—recruiters prioritize organized preparers. A specific example of inventory (e.g., “Inventoried 500 tools with 100% availability”) shows preparedness.

CV Example:
“Inventoried 500 tools as Technician candidate with 100% availability.”
Why: This quantifies your preparedness, aligning with KPA’s tool needs.

Cover Letter Example:
“As candidate, I checked 200 items with 95% readiness, preparing me for KPA’s requirements.”
Why: It connects your experience to the job’s inventory needs.

Interview Example:
“As Technician, I maintained 30 inventories quarterly with 92% stock, aligning with KPA’s standards.”
Why: This story emphasizes your preparedness with metrics.

How to Do It: Include a “Tool Inventory & Check Preparedness” section in your CV. In your cover letter, connect one example to KPA’s tasks. For interviews, practice a 30-second story. Attach a redacted tool list.

Tip 5: Demonstrate Electrical Inspection with a Safety Example

Why It Works: Inspecting electrical installations is safety—recruiters prioritize vigilant inspectors. A specific example of inspection (e.g., “Inspected 300 installations with 98% safety”) shows vigilance.

CV Example:
“Inspected 300 electrical installations as Technician candidate with 98% safety.”
Why: This quantifies your vigilance, aligning with KPA’s inspection needs.

Cover Letter Example:
“As Electrical Diploma holder, I maintained 200 systems with 95% uptime, preparing me for KPA’s requirements.”
Why: It connects your experience to the job’s preventive needs.

Interview Example:
“As Technician, I checked 50 areas quarterly with 92% compliance, aligning with KPA’s standards.”
Why: This story emphasizes your vigilance with metrics.

How to Do It: Include an “Electrical Inspection & Safety Vigilance” section in your CV. In your cover letter, connect one example to KPA’s premises. For interviews, practice a 30-second story. Attach a redacted inspection report.

Tip 6: Highlight Preventive Maintenance with a Schedule Example

Why It Works: Preventive maintenance scheduling/documentation is reliability—recruiters prioritize proactive maintainers. A specific example of preventive (e.g., “Scheduled 200 preventive tasks with 95% execution”) shows foresight.

CV Example:
“Scheduled 200 preventive tasks as Technician candidate with 95% execution.”
Why: This quantifies your foresight, aligning with KPA’s preventive needs.

Cover Letter Example:
“As candidate, I documented 150 maintenances with 90% records, preparing me for KPA’s requirements.”
Why: It connects your experience to the job’s scheduling needs.

Interview Example:
“As Technician, I prevented 30 breakdowns quarterly with 92% planning, aligning with KPA’s standards.”
Why: This story emphasizes your foresight with metrics.

How to Do It: Include a “Preventive Maintenance & Schedule Foresight” section in your CV. In your cover letter, connect one example to KPA’s electrical equipment. For interviews, practice a 30-second story. Attach a redacted maintenance schedule.

Tip 7: Demonstrate Power Supply Coordination with a Distribution Example

Why It Works: Overall power supply/distribution matters is operational—recruiters prioritize stable coordinators. A specific example of coordination (e.g., “Coordinated power to 200 premises with 98% stability”) shows reliability.

CV Example:
“Coordinated power to 200 premises as Technician candidate with 98% stability.”
Why: This quantifies your reliability, aligning with KPA’s distribution needs.

Cover Letter Example:
“As candidate, I managed 150 substations with 95% uptime, preparing me for KPA’s requirements.”
Why: It connects your experience to the job’s overall needs.

Interview Example:
“As Technician, I monitored 30 supplies quarterly with 92% stability, aligning with KPA’s standards.”
Why: This story emphasizes your reliability with metrics.

How to Do It: Include a “Power Supply Coordination & Stability Reliability” section in your CV. In your cover letter, connect one example to KPA’s housing estates. For interviews, practice a 30-second story. Attach a redacted power log.

Tip 8: Highlight Civil Material Inspection with a Specification Example

Why It Works: Preparing specifications/inspecting civil materials is quality—recruiters prioritize accurate inspectors. A specific example of inspection (e.g., “Inspected 300 civil materials with 98% compliance”) shows quality.

CV Example:
“Inspected 300 civil materials as Technician candidate with 98% compliance.”
Why: This quantifies your quality, aligning with KPA’s inspection needs.

Cover Letter Example:
“As Civil Diploma holder, I specified 200 materials with 95% standard, preparing me for KPA’s requirements.”
Why: It connects your experience to the job’s preparation needs.

Interview Example:
“As Technician, I verified 30 batches quarterly with 92% quality, aligning with KPA’s standards.”
Why: This story emphasizes your quality with metrics.

How to Do It: Include a “Civil Material Inspection & Specification Quality” section in your CV. In your cover letter, connect one example to KPA’s building works. For interviews, practice a 30-second story. Attach a redacted material spec.

Tip 9: Demonstrate ICT & SAP Proficiency with a Record Example

Why It Works: ICT/SAP recording is digital—recruiters prioritize tech-savvy technicians. A specific example of recording (e.g., “Recorded 500 faults in SAP with 98% accuracy”) shows digital skill.

CV Example:
“Recorded 500 faults in SAP as Technician candidate with 98% accuracy.”
Why: This quantifies your digital skill, aligning with KPA’s ICT needs.

Cover Letter Example:
“As candidate, I logged 300 breakdowns with 95% detail, preparing me for KPA’s requirements.”
Why: It connects your experience to the job’s recording needs.

Interview Example:
“As Technician, I updated 40 SAP entries quarterly with 92% precision, aligning with KPA’s standards.”
Why: This story emphasizes your digital skill with metrics.

How to Do It: Include an “ICT & SAP Proficiency Recording” section in your CV. In your cover letter, connect one example to KPA’s computer applications. For interviews, practice a 30-second story. Attach a redacted SAP screenshot.

Tip 10: Craft a Concise, Maritime-Infrastructure Passion Interview Talk

Why It Works: Recruiters prioritize Technicians who convey maritime-infrastructure passion and alignment with KPA’s prosperity mission. A concise, 1-minute talk linking your skills to KPA’s goals (e.g., reliable operations) makes you memorable.

CV Example (Summary Statement):
“Dedicated Technician candidate with Diploma Electrical, 98% uptime, passionate about KPA’s trusted progress in maritime.”
Why: This sets a strong tone, aligning your skills with KPA’s mission.

Cover Letter Example:
“With 95% maintenance diligence and ICT mastery, I’m eager to fuel KPA’s global prosperity.”
Why: It conveys passion and ties your skills to KPA’s goals.

Interview Example:
“As Technician, I ensured 92% equipment reliability, ready to power KPA’s maritime heartbeat.”
Why: This talk connects your experience to KPA’s needs, showing passion and readiness.

How to Do It: Craft a 1-minute talk highlighting your technical experience, a key achievement (e.g., “92% reliability”), and passion for KPA’s mission. Include it in your cover letter’s closing and rehearse for interviews. Dress in neat professional attire, arrive early, and bring a folder with your CV, diploma. Reference reliable operations. Follow up via kpa.co.ke portal emphasizing KPA’s prosperity vision.

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