The Leakage Scouting Technician role is dedicated to minimizing water losses across the supply network by detecting, monitoring, and facilitating timely repair of leaks, as well as identifying and addressing commercial losses such as illegal connections and bypasses. This position is critical in supporting operational efficiency, ensuring accurate billing, and driving Non-Revenue Water (NRW) reduction initiatives.
Primary Responsibilities
Supervise leak scouting and detection teams in conducting active surveys using acoustic and advanced leak detection technologies and routine patrols.
Operate and maintain all serviceable leak survey and detection equipment and company vehicles (vans).
Plan and coordinate routine patrols, inspections, and monitoring of pipelines, valves, and fittings to identify signs of leakage.
Verify and prioritize detected leaks, liaising with repair teams to ensure prompt rectification.
Maintain detailed and accurate records of leaks detected, repaired, and outstanding.
Prepare monthly and periodic reports regarding surface and sub-surface leak incidences.
Supervise incidental pipe tracing, location, and mapping activities.
Support the establishment, monitoring, and performance evaluation of District Metered Areas (DMAs).
Attend to incidental detection requests for illegal connections, bypasses, and pipe tracing.
Provide periodic reports as required by management and perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor.
Qualifications and Experience
Education: Diploma of Science, Technology, or Engineering in Civil Engineering, Water Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, or a related field from a recognized learning institution.
Experience: A minimum of 2 years of experience in a related technical field.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications including a curriculum vitae, copies of academic certificates, relevant testimonials, and contacts of three (3) referees (one of whom must be a current or former employer). Employees of NCWSC who fit the qualifications are encouraged to apply.
All applications must be clearly marked with the respective job position and reference number and sent either by hand delivery, registered mail, or courier services to:
Managing Director,
Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Co. Ltd,
Kampala Road, Industrial Area
P.O Box 30656-00100,
Nairobi, Kenya.
Applications must be received on or before 11th May, 2026 (5.00pm EAT).
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit applications including a curriculum vitae, copies of academic certificates, other relevant testimonials and contacts of three (3) referees (one of whom must be a current or former Employer).
All applications must be clearly marked with the respective job position and reference number and sent either by hand delivery, registered mail, or courier services to the address indicated below:
Managing Director
Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Co. Ltd,
Kampala Road, Industrial Area
P.O Box 30656-00100,
Nairobi, Kenya.
All applications must be received on or before 11th May, 2026 (5.00pm EAT). Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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