Graduate Engineering Trainee

Job Title Graduate Engineering Trainee Location Nairobi,KE Organization Name Technical Department Description Welcome aboard Kenya Airways!  Kenya Airways is truly the Pride of Africa. Our global network now reaches 56 destinations, 45 of which are spread across the Africacontinent. With a modern fleet of  33 aircrafts, including four Boeing 777 series, makes us one the youngest fleets in Africa. Kenya Airways opens a world of opportunity across the continent, creating sustainable development by connecting its people and businesses within Africa and around the world. At Kenya Airways we believe our greatest asset is our people. When you join Kenya Airways we provide you with training and all the systems and tools you require to perform. And best of all,we provide an environment that enables each and every one of our employees to achieve their full potential. Brief Description About the program As a Graduate Engineer Trainee in Kenya Airways we assure you that you will benefit from authentic experiences designed to accelerate your career development. You will build your engineering expertise and knowledge by completing 18 to 24 months program within Kenya Airways’ technical department as well as get an overview of the general business. Kenya Airways’ core business is air transport and we provide this service by ensuring the highest levels of customer satisfaction; upholding the highest level of safety and security as well as maximizing employee satisfaction. As a Graduate Engineer, your challenge will be to understand the intricacies of the aviation industry from an engineering perspective and in particular the way Kenya Airways works. Upon successful completion of the program you will be placed within the technical department in a section that matches your skill, experience, competencies. The work is challenging, diverse and exciting.   Staff Development The program includes both functional training, (theoretical courses), on the job training (practical courses) and leadership development. Functional training helps you gain the skills, knowledge and experience that will form the foundation of your career as an Engineer with Kenya Airways. Meanwhile, we help you build your leadership expertise so you can encourage thinking, stimulate people and drive change. There will be opportunities for you to explore other avenues for development at regular reviews with your line manager.   Detailed Description Job Requirements University Degree (Minimum upper 2nd class) from recognized institution in Aeronautical; Electrical/Electronics; Mechanical or Telecommunications Engineering. An overall KCSE grade of B+ (plus) and above or its equivalent Must be between 24-27 years Computer literate Work experience in an engineering environment will be an added advantage. Competencies Good Analytical Skills Assertive Good Decision Making Ability Strong team player Proactive (Bias for Action and takes initiative) Have proven integrity, transparency and accountability Ability to handle multiple tasks without compromising quality Ability to work independently in hostile environment Leadership  quality Strong interpersonal communication skills Customer focused and quality consciousness Must have a thirst for knowledge and excellence Passionate and Energetic Closing Date 07-Sep-2012 To apply click here  Skills Skill Minimum Level Maximum Level Desirability Growth.Tight focus on core activity Essential Technical.Quality of Work Essential Ownership.Minimalist organization Essential Ownership.Responsible decision-making by the individual Essential Influence.Team working Essential Technical.Professional expertise Essential Growth.Leaders not followers in what we do Essential Influence.Single status organization Essential Technical.Technical knowledge and skills Essential Ethics.Ethically Honest Essential Ethics.Standards Well Defined and Controlled Essential Ownership.Acceptance to make mistakes and learn from them Essential Ethics.Fair, But Firm Essential Ownership.Bias for action Essential Growth.Committed to success Essential Influence.Good strong & frequent communications Essential Growth.Active new business thrust Essential