Location: Roo Bay Farm, Homabay
Victory Farms Limited a leading aquaculture company is looking for a highly motivated and experienced Dozer Operator who will be responsible for operating bulldozers to move, level, and grade earth, rock, debris, or other materials. This role will involve working on construction sites, fish ponds construction, and other environments where large-scale earthmoving is required. As the Dozer Operator you will ensure that all tasks are performed safely, efficiently, and according to project specifications.
Roles & Responsibilities:
- Operate heavy equipment in compliance with the company’s operating safety policies and procedures.
- Provide recommendations for maintaining and improving environmental performance.
- Assist with various phases of construction projects, including site preparation, excavation, and final grading.
- Operate dozers to clear land, excavate, and grade terrain and perform tasks such as pushing, spreading, and leveling soil, sand, gravel, and other materials.
- Communicate with team members. Work effectively with other construction workers and equipment operators to coordinate tasks and ensure the project is completed on time and within budget.
- Ensure company equipment, material, and the work site are maintained, kept clean, and stored in a safe manner.
- Operate the Dozer to dig fishponds, level soil, move rock and debris, and scoop soil.
- Create level surfaces, grade slopes to specifications, remove material and thoroughly fill voids using plans and/or a surveyor as guidance.
- Ensure safe and efficient operation of the Dozer & training our staff on the use.
- Operate dozer controls to regulate height and angle of the dozer blade and lower scarifier to loosen packed soil to permit grading.
- Ensure a sound understanding of the issues involving ground disturbance.
- Drive Dozer in successive passes over construction surface to raise or lower terrain and demonstrate an understanding of grades and interpret roadway plans and drawings.
- Perform routine cleaning and maintenance to ensure smooth operation of the grader.
- Promote, execute, and adhere to the company’s safety program, and encourage all employees, subcontractors, and consultants to adopt safety as a culture.
- Follow all safety guidelines and protocols to prevent accidents and injuries and Report any unsafe conditions or equipment malfunctions immediately
Skills and qualifications:
- Minimum of KCSE or Equivalent High School Diploma
- Certification or training in heavy equipment operation required.
- 5+ years’ experience operating a bulldozer D6N – XL or its equivalent.
- A valid driving license (special class) and plant operator license required.
- Knowledge of construction and excavation techniques and safety protocols.
- Ability to read and interpret construction plans, blueprints, and grade stakes.
- Excellent hand-eye coordination and spatial awareness.
Benefit:
- Visibility into the world’s fastest growing aquaculture company.
- Ideal for a candidate looking to dive into a mission-oriented Organization.
- The team is committed to the candidate’s success and will provide coaching, mentorship, and unique exposure to people and experiences that come from the most successful leaders in the entrepreneurial community and the social sector
About Victory Farms
Victory Farms (VF) was established on Lake Victoria in 2016 with both on-shore and off-shore facilities. The head office is in Nairobi, and its Farm site is in Homa Bay County, with distribution across Kenya. VF has since become one of the fastest growing companies in aquaculture globally – in its first eight months of operation, the Company became the largest aquaculture producer in Kenya. Victory Farms aims to become the leading tilapia farm in Africa over the next 5 years while maintaining the highest environmental and social standards; as the most sustainable tilapia farm in the world, adhering to global standards and best practices, and producing affordable, sustainable protein to feed millions of people across Africa. Today, it is the largest commercial aquaculture player in East Africa and operates one of largest hatcheries on the continent.
The Company is continuing to rapidly expand its vertically integrated model: production, processing, and sales & distribution, to keep pace with the rapid growth in demand for protein. To support this, Victory Farms employs world class technologies, people, and processes to build its model for sustainable protein production on the continent. VF strives for the highest standards in performance, execution, culture, and integrity.
VF’s growth trajectory provides enormous opportunity for excited professionals to uplift their careers and make an impact within a diverse operation. We recognize the utmost importance which contributions by individuals and teams have to the success of Victory Farms. We work to create a fantastic environment for our employees. An environment where employees have an opportunity to develop professionally and personally.
How to apply
Please send your CV and a Cover Letter as one document expressing your interest and qualifications to recruit@victoryfarmskenya.com. This vacancy remains active until 10th January, 2025. Clearly indicate the subject: Dozer Operator
Applications will be processed on a roll in basis.