Homa-Bay County Water and Sanitation Company Limited
Plant Operators
Homa Bay
Posted 18 February, 2026
Deadline 24 February, 2026
EngineeringFull-TimeJunior-level(1-2 yrs)
Job Description
The Plant Operator treats water and operates equipment at the treatment facility through the maintenance of inlet works, oxidation ditches, and clarifiers to make them function as required. This role is essential for ensuring the daily production and distribution of high-quality treated water to the reservoir and the customer’s network.
Key Responsibilities and Duties
Water Production: Responsible for daily water production, treatment, and distribution of treated water to reservoir and customer’s network.
Equipment Monitoring: Check dosing pumps and pump operation rates and ensure they are functional and operational always.
Chemical Regulation: Prepare and regulate the chemical solutions to the right quantities as advised by the Laboratory technologist.
Quality Standard Maintenance: In consultation with the Scheme Manager, make adjustments needed to maintain set quality standards of treated water after water analysis.
Sampling & Testing: Maintain chlorine residuals, check chemical dosage, and collect samples for testing.
Plant Maintenance: Assess equipment performance and carry out routine plant checks for leaks and water backups.
Readings: Take hourly readings of various parameters at the Plant.
Treatment Operations: Carry out water treatment activities ensuring that all treatment units are working efficiently.
Cleaning: Carry out regular cleaning of the treatment units such as filter backwashing, sedimentation, or dislodging, etc. and clean inlet works and mixing chambers.
Safety: Ensure cleanliness and safety of treatment/intake plants and its surrounding.
Reporting: Any other duty that might be assigned by management/immediate supervisor.
Minimum Qualifications
KCSE level qualification.
Certificate in Water Engineering, Water Management, or Trade test Grade from KEWI (Kenya Water Institute) or any recognized institution.
At least two years of working experience in the water sector.
Key Skills and Competencies
Good communication skills.
Technical knowledge of operating pumps.
In-depth knowledge of the water production process.
How to Apply
Interested candidates with the above qualifications should send their necessary documents, cover letter, and updated CV as a hard copy to our Head office. The application letter should be addressed to:
The Managing Director Homa Bay County Water & Sanitation Company Limited P.O. Box 170-40300 Homa Bay
Applications must be received on or before 24th February, 2026 by 5:00pm.
How to Apply
Interested candidates with the above qualifications should send their necessary documents, cover letter, and updated CV as a hard copy to the head office.
The application letter should be addressed to:
The Managing DirectorHoma Bay County Water & Sanitation Company LimitedP.O. Box 170-40300Homa Bay
Applications must be received on or before 24th February, 2026 by 5:00pm.
