Engineering · Full-time
Official sourceSenior Superintending Geologist
KenyaSenior · Not stated46 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 Senior Superintending Geologist. This full-time role is suited for experienced public officers with a background in geology or related fields who have held a similar position for at least three years.
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What you will do
- Plan and design geological survey and mineral resource exploration projects.
- Prepare project budgets and development plans.
- Oversee project implementation, monitoring, evaluation, and enforce technical standards.
- Manage technical and field operations, including supervision and training.
- Design project standards, specifications, and contract documents.
Requirements
- Have served at least three years as a Geologist I (Geological Survey) or in a comparable public service position.
- Hold a Bachelor of Science degree in Geology, Engineering Geology, Geophysics, Geochemistry, Environmental Geology, or an equivalent qualification from a recognised university.
- Be a professional member of the Geological Society of Kenya.
- Be registered with the Geologists Registration Board.
- Have completed a Senior Management Course lasting at least four weeks.
- Be a serving public officer.
How to apply
Apply on the employer's application page. The closing date for applications is Monday, 2 November 2026.