Several Job Opportunities

MAWASCO was incorporated on 24th August 2005. Its shareholding is currently under the County Government of Kilifi. It stated its operations on 1st February 2006.Its mandate is to provide cost effective and affordable quality water & sanitation Services. Malindi Water and Sanitation Company invites qualified, proactive, and results-oriented individuals to apply for the following positions;

1. Occupational Health And Safety Officer
2. Fecal Sludge Treatment Supervisor
3. Briquette Production Supervisor
4. Legal and Compliance Officer
5. Plant Manager (FSTP, Resource Recovery and Business Development

1. Occupational Health And Safety Officer

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, Public Health, Engineering, or related field with a minimum of 3 years working experience OR
• Diploma in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, Public Health, Engineering, or related field with a minimum of 5 years working experience
• Professional certification from a recognized body (NEBOSH, IOSH, or
• NITA/DOSHS-accredited OHS training).
• Practical knowledge of OSHA 2007, EMCA regulations, and water/sanitation sector safety standards.
• Strong skills in accident investigation and reporting, risk assessment, and safety training.
• Proficiency in computer applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and monitor occupational health and safety systems across all utility operations, including water treatment plants, wastewater treatment plants, fecal sludge treatment facilities, and field desludging activities.
• Conduct routine hazard identification and risk assessments in accordance with OSHA 2007, WIBA, and related subsidiary legislation.
• Ensure compliance with EMCA (1999), NEMA regulations, WASREB guidelines, and County sanitation bylaws.
• Develop and review OHS policies, SOPs, emergency response plans, permits-to-work, and confined- space entry procedures.
• Conduct staff and contractor training on workplace safety, chemical handling, biological hazard prevention, and safe FST operations.
• Lead investigation and reporting of incidents, near misses, and occupational illnesses while maintaining statutory records.
• Coordinate workplace registration, audits, and inspections with the Directorate of Occupational Safety and Health Services (DOSHS).
• Oversee PPE standards, hygiene facilities, and safe use of machinery and equipment.
• Support safe handling, transport, and reuse of treated sludge products in compliance with NEMA and County requirements

1. Fecal Sludge Treatment Supervisor

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Water Engineering/Technology, Environmental Engineering, Wastewater Treatment, or related field with a minimum of 3 years working experience OR
• Diploma in Water Technology, Environmental Engineering, Wastewater Treatment, or related field with a minimum of 5 years working experience
• Experience in operating and supervising wastewater treatment processes.
• Knowledge of treatment process controls and regulatory standards.)
• Electro-Mechanical Plant and processes-troubleshooting skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise daily operations of wastewater and fecal sludge treatment plants.
• Monitor treatment processes and ensure effluent meets NEMA discharge standards.
• Coordinate sampling, laboratory tests, and process adjustments.
• Conduct routine equipment inspections and preventive maintenance.
• Ensure safe handling of chemicals and compliance with OSHA 2007.
• Maintain accurate plant logs, reports, and regulatory documentation.
• Train and guide plant operators and support staff

1. Briquette Production Supervisor

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Production Technology, Environmental Science, or related field with a minimum working experience of 3 years OR
• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Production Technology, Environmental Science, or related field with a minimum working experience of 5 years.
• Practical experience in briquette or biomass production.
• Basic electro-mechanical Plant and process troubleshooting ability.
• Strong understanding of safety and hygiene requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise daily briquette production activities including carbonization, drying, mixing, and pressing.
• Ensure safe handling of sludge-derived feedstock and adherence to OHS standards.
• Operate and maintain briquette production machinery and equipment.
• Monitor product quality and ensure compliance with set specifications.
• Maintain production records, inventory logs, and equipment checklists
• Train and supervise production staff and casual workers

1. Legal and Compliance Officer

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from a recognized institution.
• Postgraduate Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law.
• Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with a valid practicing certificate.
• At least 5 years relevant experience in legal practice, regulatory compliance, public sector, utilities, environmental management, or infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated experience in contracts drafting, regulatory compliance, and litigation management.
• Familiarity with the water sector regulatory environment is an added advantage.
• Proficiency in computer applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal advisory services to management, departments, and the Board on all operational and strategic matters of the Utility. 
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations, including the Water Act 2016, EMCA 1999, PPADA 2015, OSHA 2007, PFMA 2012, Data Protection Act 2019, Mwongozo Code of Governance, and County sanitation bylaws.
• Draft, review, and interpret contracts, MoUs, consultant agreements, supplier contracts, and service agreements, including those related to desludging, wastewater treatment, infrastructure works, and reuse product distribution.
• Oversee compliance with WASREB regulatory guidelines, license conditions, quality- of-service requirements, and reporting obligations.
• Coordinate litigation, arbitration, and dispute resolution in liaison with external counsel; prepare legal briefs, affidavits, statements, and responses.
• Support procurement and contract management processes to ensure alignment with PPADA, regulations, and internal procedures.
• Develop and implement compliance frameworks, monitoring tools, and internal policies to ensure adherence to legal, regulatory, and corporate governance requirements.
• Conduct compliance audits, follow-ups, and risk assessments across all utility operations, including fecal sludge treatment and reuse activities.
• Maintain statutory registers, licenses, permits, contracts, and legal documentation.
• Ensure timely submission of statutory reports to regulators, including WASREB, NEMA, DOSHS, and County authorities.
• Provide support in land acquisition, wayleave management, and right-of-way matters for utility infrastructure.
• Sensitize management and staff on legal obligations, regulatory changes, and compliance policies.

1. Plant Manager (FSTP, Resource Recovery and Business Development

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental / Water/ Chemical / Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years, experience in wastewater, fecal sludge treatment, resource recovery, or industrial plant operations.
• Proven experience in supervision and team leadership.
• Experience in sales, product marketing, or business development is an added advantage.
• Strong report-writing, planning, and analytical skills.
• Computer literacy.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of the FSTP and resource-recovery facilities.
• Ensure full compliance with EMCA, NEMA, WASREB, and County sanitation regulations.
• Oversee process monitoring, quality assurance, laboratory coordination, and safety compliance.
• Prepare operational reports and support planning and budgeting in coordination with the Director of Sanitation.
• Supervise and train plant operators and production staff.
• Enforce OSHA 2007 safety standards and biosafety practices.
• Lead business development for compost, briquettes, and other resource-recovery products.
• Identify markets, manage customers, coordinate sales, and support product branding and promotion.
• Maintain preventive maintenance schedules and manage asset registers.