Skilled Trades · Full-time
Official sourceLaboratory Technician[1]
KenyaEntry level · Not stated2 posts openCloses Monday, 2 November 2026, 23:59 EATChecked 13 Oct 2026
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About this role
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Role overview
The State Department for Mining in Kenya is hiring a full-time Laboratory Technician. This role is suitable for serving public officers with experience in laboratory work, particularly in geological or petroleum sciences.
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What you will do
- Collect, receive and document samples.
- Prepare laboratory reagents.
- Analyse geological samples, water, waste waters and drugs.
- Maintain laboratory records and equipment.
Requirements
- Have served as a Laboratory Technician II (CSG 12) in the Public Service for at least three years.
- Hold a certificate in Laboratory Science, petroleum science, or an Occupational/Proficiency Test Certificate Grade III/II/I in Geological Laboratories from a recognised institution.
- Possess a certificate in computer applications from a recognised institution.
- Demonstrate merit and ability through work performance and results.
- Be a serving public officer.
How to apply
Apply through the employer's official contact by sending your application before Monday, 2 November 2026.