Water Quality Assurance Officer (2 Posts) At County Government Of Nandi

Job Specification
The duties and responsibilities at this level will entail assisting in: -
Routine and timely collection, testing and analysis of water samples as required by Water Services Regulatory Board (WASREB).
Prepare and submit water quality test results and analysis and maintain test reports.
Advise the technical team on the water quality levels and appropriate actions to be taken.
Operate and maintain water quality te sting and analysis laboratory.
Sustain quality standards and specifications.
Carrying out all water quality and pollution control activities;
Carrying out water quality and pollution control analysis and prepare reports;
Liaising with other institutions on water quality and pollution control; maintenance of scientific instruments;
Supervision, evaluation and co-ordination of laboratory work;
Testing, standardization and development of laboratory working techniques and Advising clients on possible remedial and correct uses of materials under test;
Supervising, guiding, training and development of junior staff working under him/her.
Monitor compliance of discharges to set national regulations and standards.

Person Specification
Bachelor's degree in any of the following field; Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology or any other equivalent from a recognized institution
Proficiency in relevant computer applications.
Masters in the relevant category will be added advantage.