Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company (NCWSC) was incorporated in December 2003 under the Companies Act cap 486. It is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Nairobi City County with the main responsibility of providing and managing water and sewerage services in Nairobi, while the asset holding body, Athi Water Works Development Agency (AWWDA) is charged with the responsibility of developing key water and sewerage infrastructure. The Company is mandated to provide clean water and sewerage services to the residents of Nairobi City County, in a financially sustainable manner and within Government regulations. The City has an estimated population of 4.39 million by 2019 which is projected to grow to 5.9 million by 2022 according to Nairobi County Integrated Development Plan (CIDP) 2018-2022. As the mandated water and sewerage service provider in Nairobi City County, NCWSC has continued to enhance service provision by aligning itself to the Constitution of Kenya 2010; National Water Master Plan 2030 developed in 2013 by the Government of Kenya, identifying key multi-sectoral initiatives and projects to ensure sustainable availability and management of water and sanitation for all; Kenyan economic blueprint, Vision 2030âÂÂs under MTP III; Nairobi Integrated Urban Development Masterplan (NIUPLAN); the CountyâÂÂs Strategic Plan (2015-2025); Nairobi County Integrated Development Plan for (2018-2022); and Agenda 2030, the Sustainable Development Goals under agenda six. The Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company is committed to ensuring that all stakeholders receive water regularly and efficiently and that the water reaching the customers is of highest quality.Job Purpose To minimize 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. The role supports operational efficiency, accurate billing, and Non-Revenue Water (NRW) reduction initiatives PRIMARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES OF LEAK SCOUTING TECHNICIAN Supervise leak scouting and detection teams in carrying out active surveys using acoustic and advanced leak detection technologies and routine patrols. Operate and maintain serviceable leak survey and detection equipment and vans Plan and coordinate routine patrols, inspections, and monitoring of pipelines, valves, and fittings for signs of leakage. Verify and prioritize detected leaks and liaise with repair teams to ensure timely repair. Maintain accurate records of leaks detected, repaired & outstanding, and prepare monthly and periodic reports on surface & sub-surface leaks incidences. Supervise incidental pipe tracing, location and mapping Support establishment, monitoring, and performance evaluation of District Metered Areas (DMAs) Attend to incidental illegal connections and by-passes detection and pipe tracing requests Prepare and provide monthly and periodic reports as required Any other duty as maybe assigned by supervisor ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS: Diploma of Science or Technology or Engineering in civil engineering, water engineering or Instrumentation engineering or related field from a recognized learning Institution EXPERIENCE: Minimum 2 years' experience in related field
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Leakage Scouting Technician At Nairobi City Water And Sewerage Company Limited (Ncwsc)
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