Weights and Measures Assistant I - County Government of Kiambu

County Government of Kiambu

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Experience Required:3 Years
Total Positions:1
Job Type: Full Time
Job Category: General
Minimum Education: Degree
Job Location: kiambu, Kenya
Posted on: August 31, 2023
Last Date: September 8, 2023

Job Description

WEIGHTS AND MEASURES ASSISTANT 1 - JOB GROUP CPSB 09 (K) - (1POST)
This position is responsible for assisting in the coordination of weights and
measures activities to ensure fair trade practices in the county.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Sample pre-packaged goods for control and manufacture of weighing
and measuring equipment;
• Compare working standards against Secondary Reference Standards
and calibration of testing equipment, standards and equipment used
by manufacturers and repairers;
• Maintain records of seized and forfeited goods and instituting criminal
proceedings in court;
• Carry out research in specific areas of legal metrology and consumer
protection;
• Carry out verification of weighing and measuring equipment used by
local authorities and other government institutions to ensure accuracy;
• Carry out inspection on internal control by manufacturer and measuring
systems including software for data processing and measuring results;
• Test and stamp of weighing & measuring equipment;
• Keeping records of verified weighting and measuring equipment;
• Account for revenue collected during verification of weights and
measures exercises.

REQUIREMENTS FOR APPOINTMENT
• Bachelors’ degree in any of the following fields; Mechanical/ Chemical/
Electrical/ Electronics/ Instrumentation and Micro-processors Engineering,
Computer Science/ICT or relevant equivalent from a recognized institution;
• Working knowledge of computer-based applications;
• Demonstrated knowledge of relevant legislation;
• Report writing skills;
• Three (3) years of service or a comparable position from a recognized
institution;
• Knowledge Current legislation affecting the job holder's area of responsibility.
• Satisfies the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.
Terms of Service: Permanent & Pensionable
Salary: As set by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC).