The role of Motor Vehicle Mechanic III (CSG 15/ JG 'E') is an entry and training grade position within the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development, responsible for carrying out routine mechanical works on government vehicles under supervision. This is a one (1) year contract position with competitive benefits.
Compensation Package
Salary Scale (Monthly): Ksh. 21,120 x 580 - 21,700 x 640 - 22,340 x 680 - 23,020 - 700 - 23,720 x 780 - 24,500 x 800 - 25,300 x 950 - 26,250 p.m.
House Allowance: Kshs. 6,500 p.m.
Commuter Allowance: Kshs. 3,000 p.m.
Leave Allowance: Kshs. 6,500 (Once yearly)
Leave Entitlement: 30 working days
Medical Cover: As provided by the government
Terms of Service: One (1) year contract
Duties and Responsibilities
The officer will work under the supervision and guidance of a designated supervisor. Duties and responsibilities will entail:
Taking part in diagnosing, correcting simple faults and determining necessary repairs on vehicle systems.
Carrying out service and minor repairs of vehicles for compliance with safety standards.
Taking part in identifying faults.
Taking part in collecting data on records, information of vehicle maintenance, and inventory of tools.
Observing safety protocols in the provision of mechanical works in vehicles.
Keeping cleanliness in the working area and proper disposal of workshop waste.
Requirement for Appointment
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
Government trade test Certificate Grade III in Motor Vehicle Mechanics; OR
Apprentice Certificate awarded by the National Industrial Training Authority Training or its equivalent and relevant qualification from a recognized institution; and
Proficiency in computer applications.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates are required to make their applications by completing One (1) application for PSC form (Revised 2016). The form can be downloaded from the Public Service Commission website www.publicservice.go.ke.
Please Note:
Applicants should STRICTLY submit application for ONE post only.
Applicants should provide all the details requested for in the advertisement. It is an offence to include incorrect information in the application. Details of academic and professional certificates not obtained by closure of the advert should not be included.
Only shortlisted and successful applicants will be contacted.
Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.
PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES, THE MARGINALIZED AND THE MINORITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.
Shortlisted candidates shall be required to produce originals of following documents during interviews: National Identity Card, academic and professional certificates and transcripts.
Completed application forms and certified copies of academic and professional certificates should reach:
THE PRINCIPAL SECRETARY, STATE DEPARTMENT FOR LIVESTOCK DEVELOPMENT; MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND LIVESTOCK DEVELOPMENT; P.O BOX 34188-00100 NAIROBI
OR
HAND DELIVERED TO KILIMO HOUSE, 2ND FLOOR WING "A" -ROOM 2- 17
The application must be received on or before 28TH FEBRUARY, 2026, AT 1700 HRS. EAT.
