Coxswain II-Craft Job KPA

Engineering Jobs, Kenya Ports Authority Jobs.

Department: Ferry Services
Grade: KPA8
Terms of Service: Pensionable
Remuneration (Kshs.): Basic Salary: 76,156.00 – 108,767.00
House Allowance: 32,750.00
Motor Transport Allowance: 17,000.00

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Job Specifications

Responsible for carrying out efficient operations of Harbour Pilot Boats in line with the provisions of International Safety Management (ISM) CODE, applicable International Maritime Conventions, National Legislations.

• Undertake timely and efficient provision of Harbour Pilot/mooring Boats services as set in individual performance target.
• Undertake bunkering operations for Harbour Pilot/mooring Boats and ensure bunkering procedures are adhered to.
• Execute maintenance plans and schedules for Harbour Pilot/mooring Boats in liaison with Marine Engineering department.

Person Specifications

• KCSE certificate or its equivalent.
• Three (3) years’ Experience as Sailor I or in relevant field.
• STCW 95 mandatory certificates Coxswain certificate.
• Fulfill the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution.

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How to apply

Interested applicants are requested to submit their applications strictly via the Authority’s online Careers Portal by visiting the Kenya Ports Authority Website (https://www.kpa.co.ke) > Careers > Careers Portal.

At the Careers Portal, click on the link to the relevant job and fill the prescribed form before submitting the application. Link to Careers portal provided below:

https://www.kpa.co.ke/SitePages/Careers.aspx

Email or hard copy applications will not be accepted. Only those applications submitted through the e-recruitment portal will be considered. To be considered, your application must be received not later than 20th December 2025.

Kenya Ports Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and committed to diversity and gender equality. Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.