Explosive Inspector Jobs (10 Positions)
Job Description
Explosives Inspector Job, Engineering Jobs in Kenya,
INSPECTOR OF EXPLOSIVES – TEN (10) POSTS- V/NO. 272/2020
Basic Salary Scale: Kshs 38,270 – Kshs 51,170 p.m. (CSG 10)
House Allowance: Ksh.7, 500 – 16, 500 (Depending on duty station)
Commuter Allowance: Ksh.5, 000
Leave Allowance: As existing in the Civil Service
Annual Leave: 30 working days per financial year
Medical Cover: As provided by the government
Terms of Service: Three (3) years contract renewable subject to satisfactory performance
Requirements for appointment
For appointment to this grade,
- a candidate must have a Bachelors degree in any of the following fields: Explosives Science/Engineering, Mining Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science/Engineering, Chemistry and Physics for a
university recognized in Kenya. 
Duties and Responsibilities
This is the entry and training grade for this cadre. An inspector at this level will undergo an intensive two-year on-the-job training and will be supervised by an experienced officer. Duties at this level include:-
- carrying out safety and technical inspections of explosives magazines;
 - writing reports;
 - preparing safety notices; and
 - preparing permits under the Explosives Act.
 
How to Apply
Applications are invited from qualified persons for the positions shown below. Interested and qualified persons are requested to make their applications ONLINE through the Commission website: www.publicservice.go.ke or jobs portal: www.psckjobs.go.ke Please Note:- Candidates should provide all the details requested for in the advertisement. 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.
 - Only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted.
 - Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.
 - The Public Service Commission is committed to implementing the provisions of the Constitution – Chapter 232 (1) on fair competition and merit, representation of Kenyans diverse communities and affording equal employment opportunities to men and women, members of all ethnic groups and persons with disabilities. THEREFORE, PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES, THE MARGINALIZED AND THE MINORITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.
 - Shortlisted candidates shall be required to produce originals of their National Identity Card, academic and professional certificates and transcripts during interviews.
 - It is a criminal offence to present fake certificates/documents.
 - Serving officers shall be required to produce the original letter of appointment to their current substantive post during the interview.
 - Those who applied earlier need not re-apply. Applications should reach the Commission on or before 29th September 2020 latest 5.00 pm (East African Time)