Transport Officer / Mechanic at Cornerstone Preparatory Academy

Cornerstone Preparatory Academy began in 2013 with an intentional focus to help end this crisis, beginning with a research-based, innovative school in the strategically located Great Rift Valley in Kenya. Beautifully surrounded by mountains and well-resourced, our flagship campus can be found near two truck stop towns on the Trans-African highway, in an area...

 

Transport Officer / Mechanic

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • QualificationBA/BSc/HND , Diploma
  • Experience5 years
  • LocationNakuru
  • Job FieldEngineering / Technical 

We are seeking a highly skilled, hands-on, and ethical Transport Officer / Mechanic to manage fleet maintenance, ensure vehicle safety, and improve reliability while reducing downtime and external repair costs.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Diagnose, repair, and maintain all school and institutional vehicles to ensure safety and reliability.
  • Carry out preventive, corrective, and emergency mechanical repairs on light and commercial vehicles.
  • Develop and implement a preventive maintenance schedule for all fleet vehicles.
  • Conduct routine servicing including oil changes, brakes, suspension, cooling systems, and engine components.
  • Ensure daily vehicle inspections and roadworthiness checks are conducted and documented.
  • Supervise and verify outsourced mechanical work to ensure quality and value for money.
  • Maintain accurate vehicle service, repair, and maintenance records.
  • Supervise drivers’ compliance with safety standards, licenses, and transport regulations.
  • Train drivers on basic vehicle care, safe driving practices, and fuel efficiency.
  • Liaise with garages, insurers, and vehicle inspection authorities as required.
  • Ensure cleanliness and proper care of vehicle interiors and exteriors.
  • Prepare fleet maintenance, incident, and performance reports for management.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Diploma, Certificate, or Degree in Automotive Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Transport Management, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years’ hands-on experience as a mechanic handling light and commercial vehicles.
  • Proven experience in diagnostics, preventive maintenance, and fleet repairs.
  • Valid driving license.

YOUR QUALITIES:

  • Strong technical knowledge of motor vehicle mechanical and electrical systems.
  • Excellent diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
  • High level of integrity, accountability, and attention to detail.
  • Strong communication and supervisory skills.
  • Physically fit and able to perform hands-on mechanical work.

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Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: info@naomisvillage.org using the position as subject of email.

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