Weights And Measures Assistant I at Kiambu County Government

WEIGHTS AND MEASURES ASSISTANT 1 – JOB GROUP CPSB 09 (K) – (1POST)

This position is responsible for assisting in the coordination of weights and measures activities to ensure fair trade practices in the county.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

•  Sample pre-packaged goods for control and manufacture of weighing and measuring equipment;
•  Compare working standards against Secondary Reference Standards and calibration of testing equipment, standards and equipment used by manufacturers and repairers;
•  Maintain records of seized and forfeited goods and instituting criminal proceedings in court;
•  Carry out research in specific areas of legal metrology and consumer protection;
•  Carry out verification of weighing and measuring equipment used by local authorities and other government institutions to ensure accuracy;
•  Carry out inspection on internal control by manufacturer and measuring systems including software for data processing and measuring results;
•  Test and stamp of weighing & measuring equipment;
•  Keeping records of verified weighting and measuring equipment;
•  Account for revenue collected during verification of weights and measures exercises.

REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT

•  Bachelors’ degree in any of the following fields; Mechanical/ Chemical/Electrical/ Electronics/ Instrumentation and Micro-processors Engineering, Computer Science/ICT or relevant equivalent from a recognized institution;
•  Working knowledge of computer-based applications;
•  Demonstrated knowledge of relevant legislation;
•  Report writing skills;
•  Three (3) years of service or a comparable position from a recognized institution;
•  Knowledge of Current legislation affecting the job holder’s area of responsibility.
•  Satisfies the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.

Terms of Service: Permanent & Pensionable
Salary: As set by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC).