Laboratory Technologist III – 4 Posts
Full Time @Water Resources Authority (WRA) posted 7 days ago in Research & Science Shortlist Email JobJob Detail
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Job ID 3505
Job Description
Laboratory Technologist III – 4 Posts
Job Summary
- This is the entry and training grade for this cadre. An officer at this level will work under the guidance of a senior officer.
Laboratory Technology Function
- The cadre is responsible for the undertaking of surface and ground water quality and pollution assessment and monitoring through field and bench laboratory analyses; and advise accordingly on the suitability of the water for various uses.
- The cadre also undertakes integrated measures to protect water resources from pollution.
Duties and Responsibilities will entail
- Receiving and registering of water and wastewater samples;
- Distributing the water and wastewater samples to appropriate laboratory units;
- Preparing analytical reagents, chemicals and solutions;
- Undertaking field and laboratory bench water and wastewater analyses;
- Recording field water and wastewater analytical data and information;
- Sampling, labelling and submitting the water and wastewater for bench laboratory analysis;
- Tracking and documenting the water and wastewater analyses;
- Sorting and maintaining register of water and wastewater for disposal; and
- Maintaining the water quality and pollution equipment and tools.
Job Specifications
For appointment to this grade, the candidate must have:
- Diploma in any of the following disciplines: – Chemistry, Biological, Microbiological Applied Sciences or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
- Proficiency in computer applications
Terms of Service and Remuneration
Successful candidates will serve for a probationary period of six (6) months thereafter convert to Permanent and Pensionable Terms of Service. Remuneration will be subject to the existing terms approved by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission.
The advertisement can be accessed on the Authority’s website: www.wra.go.ke. Candidates who meet the requirements for each of the positions should fill and submit the application form online in a typed format to be received on or before 1 st June 2026. Hard copy application forms can be dropped at our offices in NHIF Building, 9 th floor, Records Office. To apply click here: https://forms.gle/KX93EQJ2qaSbbLLG7
Applications should be addressed to
The Chief Executive Officer
Water Resources Authority
NHIF Building, 9th Floor Wing B, Ragati Road
P. O. Box 45250-00100,
NAIROBI
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