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Senior Principal Drilling Assistant

State Department for Mining

KenyaManager · Not statedCloses Monday, 2 November 2026, 23:59 EATChecked 13 Oct 2026
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Role overview

The State Department for Mining in Kenya is hiring a Senior Principal Drilling Assistant. This full-time role is suitable for experienced public officers who have worked as Senior Drilling Assistants and have relevant qualifications in Ground Water Technology or Earth Science.

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What you will do

  • Coordinate all drilling operations in the field.
  • Supervise and inspect drilling contracts.
  • Prepare budget figures for various drilling operations.
  • Prepare core logging reports and provide recommendations to junior and senior officers.

Requirements

  • Have served as a Senior Drilling Assistant for at least three years.
  • Hold a diploma or certificate in Ground Water Technology, Earth Science, or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
  • Have a certificate in computer applications from a recognized 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 the closing date of Monday, 2 November 2026.

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