Engineering Trainee

Reporting to the Training Manager, the trainee will be responsible for learning and familiarizing with various activities and operations within their departments. He/ She will be required to uphold company policies and requirements at all times.

Application Deadline September 23, 2025 Department Engineering Employment Type Internship Location Kenya - Nairobi Workplace type Onsite

Key Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Departmental Trainer and Training Manager, the trainee shall learn to:

• Ensure that mechanical technicians adhere to set working hours.
• Submit FF&E requirement to the Plant room/supervisor/Assistant /Chief Engineer.
• Ensure that quality workmanship is observed.
• Ensure quick and permanent solutions are implemented to avert re-occurrences.
• Perform periodic preventive maintenance for machines and equipment.
• Ensure close and hands on supervision of mechanical technicians.
• Plan and schedule maintenance of equipment without interfering with the normal operations and depending on the urgency.
• Perform daily check for Laundry and Kitchen Equipment.
• Ensure that the preventive maintenance is done as scheduled.
• Advise storekeeper on what items are required in the store.
• Ensure that quality are items delivered.
• Ensure minimal wastage of materials.
• Have a working knowledge of Department Brand Standards to ensure compliance.
• Have working Knowledge of HVAC/Electrical and MEP Installations
• Ensure HACCP and COSHH policies are strictly adhered to.
• Ensure all equipment and machines are working and in good condition
• Ensure periodic testing and service of equipment is done.
• Take a daily record of all the electrical meters reading and submit to plant room technician for preparation of daily utility report
• Ensure all hazardous installations/ equipment are isolated, warning signs indicating e.g. Out of order, Do not operate are in place.
• Comply with all Kempinski International company policies.
• Comply with all systems and procedures as laid down by Chief Engineer.
• Replace all the burnt-out bulbs within the premises
• Inspect all public areas for any electric faults against the checklists
• Cary out minor electrical installation within the building
• Service and repair of electrical equipment
• Facilitate guest rooms and property maintenance
• Perform the right treatment of boilers and swimming pool water and keep a record of the water condition in the two systems.
• Monitor the effects of servicing and maintenance of plant equipment's
• Receive fuel (AGO & LPG) and keep records of the same.
• Prepare Daily Utility consumption report.
• Ensure that there are no fuels, gas, and water, steam leaks in plant room the premises.
• Ensure proper chemical treatment of boiler make-up water and keep record of water condition in the system.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Degree/ Diploma in an engineering course from a recognized learning institution
• No work experience is required
• Less than one year since completion (2024/2025)
• Kenyan Citizen
• Completed coursework (even if not graduated)
• Ability to work and communicate in a multinational environment
• Excellent grooming skills and must be well versed in professional and personal etiquette
• Good Communication skills
• Out going with a positive learning attitude.

About Villa Rosa Kempinski Nairobi
Villa Rosa Kempinski Nairobi is a Five Star luxury hotel situated on Chiromo Road, the hotel is just a 5-minute drive to the city centre, and 20 km from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.The hotel boasts of 200 stylishly-designed and tastefully-decorated rooms and suites spread on 10 floors, 5 themed restaurants, varied conference rooms plus Kempinski The Spa.

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Stage 3:
Hiring Manager Interview

Stage 4:
Job Offer

Stage 1:
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Stage 2:
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Stage 4:
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