Location: Roo Bay Farm, Homabay
We are seeking a Dozer Operator who can operate bulldozers to move and level earth when constructing ponds or other materials at construction sites or other equipment operating environments.
Key Responsibilities:
- The dozer Operator will be responsible for mainly ponds, reservoirs and Road construction.
- Level sites, compact earthworks, do site clearance, excavate murram/gravel for construction.
- Clear and remove obstacles to pave way for installations.
- Follow Engineering plans to ensure accuracy in excavations and grading.
Equipment Maintenance:
- He will be responsible for daily pre-work inspections and after-work inspections and ensure that the equipment is in a safe working condition.
- He will carry out routine maintenance inspections to ensure that all fluids and oils are at the correct levels, and lubrication is done to all moving parts that have provision for greasing.
- Report any maintenance issues that require repairs for immediate action.
Safety and Compliance
- He must adhere to and observe work site safety requirements.
- Wear all safety protective clothing – PPE.
- Follow the relevant equipment operating procedures to avoid damage to the equipment and infrastructure.
Report Keeping and Reporting:
- He must record all daily work hours and fuel, and oils used.
- Document any incidents, repairs or maintenance activities.
- He must lock and park the equipment in a safe place at the close of work each day.
- Communicate with the Manager progress and any challenges that may arise at work.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in operating bulldozers, particularly CAT D6 and D8 models, Komatsu etc
- Certificate in Heavy Plant Operation or a certificate in Mechanical Engineering
- Licensed Class G – for industrial, construction, and agricultural tractors/plants machineries and equipment.
- Mechanical aptitude: Ability to inspect the bulldozer and identify repair parts
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 a CV and your Cover Letter expressing your interest and qualifications to recruit@victoryfarmskenya.com. Indicate the Job Title as the email subject – Dozer Operator
