Job Description
The County Government of Kericho is inviting applications from dedicated, physically fit, and safety-conscious individuals to fill the position of Rescue Diver. This permanent and pensionable opportunity is ideal for candidates who are passionate about emergency response, public safety, environmental protection, and serving local communities through professional rescue operations. The successful candidate will become part of a highly committed disaster management and emergency response team responsible for protecting lives and supporting rescue activities across rivers, dams, ponds, waterfalls, and other water-related environments within the county.
As a Rescue Diver, you will participate in emergency interventions involving water-based incidents, conduct search and recovery assignments, assist in disaster preparedness programs, and support coordinated rescue missions during natural or human-caused emergencies. The position requires excellent swimming and diving competence, sound judgment under pressure, and the ability to operate safely in challenging environments where rapid response can make a significant difference.
Beyond emergency response, the successful candidate will contribute to public awareness initiatives by promoting water safety practices and supporting visitor safety at designated tourist attractions, including waterfalls and recreational water sites. The role also involves working closely with disaster response agencies, security personnel, healthcare professionals, and local communities to improve preparedness and strengthen emergency response capacity across the county.
Applicants should demonstrate professionalism, discipline, integrity, and a strong willingness to work in demanding outdoor conditions, including weekends, holidays, and emergency call-outs whenever required. Physical endurance, effective communication, teamwork, and the ability to remain calm during high-pressure situations are essential qualities for success in this position.
The County Government provides a supportive working environment that emphasizes continuous learning, operational excellence, workplace safety, and professional development. Successful candidates will have opportunities to enhance their rescue capabilities through practical exposure, collaboration with experienced emergency response teams, and participation in specialized disaster management activities. Employees are expected to uphold the highest standards of accountability while delivering quality public service that protects residents, visitors, and county resources.
This position offers an excellent career pathway for individuals seeking long-term employment within the public service while making a meaningful contribution to community safety. If you possess the required qualifications, practical diving experience, and commitment to emergency service, you are encouraged to submit your application and become part of a team dedicated to safeguarding lives and responding effectively to emergencies throughout Kericho County.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct underwater rescue operations involving individuals involved in water-related emergencies.
- Respond rapidly to emergency incidents in rivers, dams, ponds, reservoirs, and waterfalls.
- Perform professional search and rescue diving during emergency situations.
- Recover victims from underwater environments while following approved rescue procedures.
- Participate in search and recovery operations for missing persons in water bodies.
- Support rescue activities during floods, flash floods, and severe weather emergencies.
- Assist emergency teams during collapsed building rescue operations whenever specialized rescue support is required.
- Participate in search and rescue missions involving landslides and mudslides.
- Provide visitor safety support within designated tourist attraction areas.
- Offer guidance and safety information to tourists visiting county waterfalls.
- Maintain a visible security presence around public water recreation areas.
- Conduct regular inspections of rescue equipment before and after deployment.
- Ensure diving equipment is cleaned, maintained, and stored according to operational standards.
- Prepare rescue gear for emergency deployment at all times.
- Assist in identifying potential hazards within water environments.
- Participate in disaster preparedness exercises and emergency simulation drills.
- Work closely with disaster management officers during emergency response operations.
- Coordinate effectively with police officers, firefighters, ambulance personnel, and medical teams.
- Provide immediate basic first aid to injured victims before referral to medical facilities.
- Support evacuation procedures during emergency incidents.
- Maintain accurate operational records following every rescue assignment.
- Prepare incident reports documenting rescue activities and outcomes.
- Follow occupational health and safety regulations during all field operations.
- Observe environmental conservation measures while conducting rescue assignments.
- Participate in community awareness programs promoting water safety.
- Educate members of the public on accident prevention near water bodies.
- Assist in monitoring safety conditions at recreational water sites.
- Remain physically fit through regular training and operational exercises.
- Participate in continuous professional development activities.
- Demonstrate discipline, professionalism, and integrity while representing the County Government.
- Protect county rescue assets and equipment from damage or misuse.
- Maintain confidentiality regarding operational information whenever required.
- Support multi-agency emergency operations during major disasters.
- Assist in crowd management during rescue operations.
- Respond promptly to emergency call-outs regardless of time or weather conditions.
- Perform routine patrols around designated water facilities whenever assigned.
- Follow established rescue protocols and standard operating procedures.
- Report safety concerns and operational risks to supervisors without delay.
- Promote teamwork and effective communication during emergency operations.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of rescue preparedness initiatives.
- Perform any additional official duties assigned by authorized supervisors in support of disaster management and public safety operations.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Applicants must possess a Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) with a minimum mean grade of D (Plain) or its recognized equivalent. Candidates must demonstrate practical diving competence in both flowing water environments such as rivers and stationary water bodies including dams and ponds. A certified recommendation letter from a recognized Disaster Management Institution confirming the applicant's diving capability is mandatory. Applicants should possess basic recovery and rescue skills applicable to water
- related emergencies together with practical knowledge of safe rescue procedures. Basic first aid knowledge is essential, while additional emergency response or disaster management training will be considered an added advantage. Candidates should demonstrate physical fitness, emotional resilience, sound judgment, strong observation skills, and the ability to remain calm during emergency situations. Excellent teamwork, communication, integrity, discipline, adaptability, and commitment to public service are highly valued. Applicants must be willing to work flexible schedules, including weekends, public holidays, and emergency callouts. Knowledge of occupational health and safety procedures, environmental conservation, and public safety practices will strengthen an application. Successful candidates should demonstrate professionalism, accountability, respect for diversity, and dedication to protecting lives while delivering quality emergency response services within Kericho County.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit a signed application letter, a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV), copies of academic and professional certificates, a copy of the National Identity Card, certified recommendation letter from a recognized Disaster Management Institution confirming diving competency, and any other relevant supporting documents. Applications should be addressed to the relevant County Government recruitment office before the stated closing date. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further assessment. Late applications or incomplete submissions may not be considered. Applicants are encouraged to ensure that all documents are accurate, complete, and submitted within the application period.
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