Carpenter, Facilities Maintenance, Job in Nairobi - Kenya Airways

Brief Description        

  • The candidate will install, service, maintain and repair all carpentry and joinery installations, furniture and fittings for service delivery safely and cost-effectively across the KQ Network in Kenya and Outstations. 

Principal Accountabilities (Responsibility)

  • Installing wooden structures such as roofing frames, rafters, partitions, joists and studwork. 
  • Designing and installing cabinets, shelving, fitted furniture, drywall and insulation.
  • Adding fixtures and fittings such as door handles, locks, hinges and closures.
  • Selecting lumber by size and strength to suit each job, sourcing wood to suit the customer’s budget and style. 
  • Calculating the number of fasteners required for each job. 
  • Liaising with clients, suppliers and other construction professionals. 
  • Carryout regular maintenance of carpentry installations in various sites. 
  • Perform any necessary repairs to installations. 

  • Answer calls for carpentry issues from internal users. 
  • Keep up to date with current safety regulations and requirements for the various carpentry installations. 
  • Work carefully to follow all current regulations for carpentry work to ensure that all installations pass inspections.
  • Communicate well with users to ensure client satisfaction.
  • Communicate well with team members and fellow staff. 
  • Manage a work log. 
  • Keep detailed reports of work done at various job sites. 

Job Requirements        

Qualification (Minimum)  

  • Certificate in Carpentry and Joinery.
  • KCSE C PLAIN
  • 5 Years ’Experience.  
  • Ability to read, understand and interpret approved building drawings. 
  • Basic analytical skills to identify &recommend areas that require upgrade or replacement. 
  • Experience in dry works installations. 
  • Furniture making and upholstery. 
  • Ability to use joinery tools and machinery. 

Additional Details        

Other Skills

  • Team membership knowledge 
  • Driving license (desirable) 
  • Computer literate. 
  • Knowledge of safety standards and procedures 

How To Apply

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