PSC Plant Operator Jobs 2026 – 2 Vacancies Announced

The Public Service Commission of Kenya (PSC) has advertised 2 Plant Operator vacancies under the State Department for Mining.

The position is listed as an open recruitment opportunity, meaning eligible external applicants can apply. The advert was published on 13 October 2026, and the application deadline is 2 November 2026.

Candidates interested in technical and plant operation work should review the qualifications carefully before submitting an application.

PSC Plant Operator Jobs 2026: Vacancy Details

Employer: Public Service Commission of Kenya
Position: Plant Operator
Advert reference: D121/2026
Number of vacancies: 2
Ministry/Department: State Department for Mining
Job scale: D
Location: Kenya; confirm the duty station in the official advert
Experience: The PSC active-adverts listing shows 0 years of experience
Application deadline: 2 November 2026
Application method: Online through the PSC recruitment portal

Requirements for Appointment

The published job listing gives the following requirements for the Plant Operator position:

A Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE), with a mean grade of at least D plain, or an equivalent qualification from a recognised institution.
A valid driving licence without current endorsements for the relevant classes of machines the successful candidate may be required to operate.
A passed Plant Operators Suitability Test Grade III.
Ability to operate at least two plants classified under difficult rating C.
A First Aid certificate from St John Ambulance, the Kenya Institute of Highway and Building Technology (KIHBT), or another recognised institution. The listing specifies a course lasting at least one week.
Demonstrated merit and ability, as reflected in work performance and results.

Important: These detailed requirements are reproduced from a third-party vacancy listing. Confirm every requirement against the full official PSC advert before applying.

Duties and Responsibilities

The published listing identifies duties that include:

Operating heavy plants classified under difficult rating C.
Assisting machine attendants in identifying possible equipment breakdowns.
Liaising with mechanics to arrange servicing.
Conducting daily and weekly oil checks.
Maintaining the cleanliness of assigned plants.

How to Apply for PSC Plant Operator Jobs

Interested and qualified applicants should follow these steps:

Visit the official PSC online recruitment portal: https://www.psckjobs.go.ke/
Register if you are a first-time user, using the requested identification and contact details.
Log in to your account.
Open the advertised jobs section and search for Plant Operator, reference D121/2026.
Open the full official advert and confirm the qualifications, duties and application instructions.
Complete all required sections of your application accurately.
Submit your application before the deadline and retain the application summary or feedback report.

Application deadline: 2 November 2026.

Official PSC active-adverts page: https://www.psckjobs.go.ke/ActiveJobsAdverts.aspx

Official application portal: https://www.psckjobs.go.ke/

Important Advice for Applicants

Confirm that you meet the machine-operation, licence and suitability-test requirements.
Ensure your academic and professional details are accurate.
Submit your application before the closing date.
Do not pay anyone who promises to secure you the job. The Public Service Commission warns that it does not charge for job placements or its services.

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