Mining Department Vacancies: 93 Posts Open

The State Department for Mining, under the Ministry of Mining, Blue Economy and Maritime Affairs, has declared 93 vacant promotional posts for suitably qualified serving officers in the Public Service. The notice, dated 1st October 2026 and referenced Ref No: MOM/CR/2/27/(159), covers technical, laboratory, drilling and plant operation roles on permanent and pensionable terms. These Mining Department Vacancies offer serving officers a clear route to career progression within the mining sector.

Why These Mining Department Vacancies Matter

These are promotional positions reserved for serving public service officers. They come with permanent and pensionable terms, a 30-working-day annual leave entitlement, and structured allowances by job group. The department states it is committed to implementing Chapter 232 (1) of the Constitution on fair competition and merit, representation of Kenya’s diverse communities and equal employment opportunities for men, women, members of all ethnic groups and persons with disabilities. People with disabilities, the marginalized and minorities are encouraged to apply.

About the Employer

The State Department for Mining sits under the Ministry of Mining, Blue Economy and Maritime Affairs. The advertisement was issued from the Office of the Principal Secretary at Works Building, P.O. Box 30009-00100, Nairobi, and signed by Principal Secretary Harry Kimtai, CBS.

Available Positions

1. Senior Superintending Geologist — V/No. D114/2026; CSG 8 / Job Group ‘N’; 46 posts. Salary: Kshs. 63,870 – 105,150 p.m.; House Allowance Kshs. 35,000 p.m.; Commuter Allowance Kshs. 8,000 p.m.; Leave Allowance Kshs. 10,000.

2. Senior Superintending Inspector of Explosives — V/No. D115/2026; CSG 8 / Job Group ‘N’; 25 posts. Same salary and allowances as above.

3. Principal Drilling Superintendent — V/No. D116/2026; CSG 8 / Job Group ‘N’; 2 posts. Same salary and allowances as above.

4. Senior Laboratory Technologist — V/No. D117/2026; CSG 9 / Job Group ‘L’; 2 posts. Salary: Kshs. 49,910 – 73,050 p.m.; House Allowance Kshs. 28,000 p.m.; Commuter Allowance Kshs. 6,000 p.m.; Leave Allowance Kshs. 10,000.

5. Laboratory Technologist I — V/No. D118/2026; CSG 10 / Job Group ‘K’; 10 posts. Salary: Kshs. 45,210 – 61,020 p.m.; House Allowance Kshs. 16,500 p.m.; Commuter Allowance Kshs. 5,000 p.m.; Leave Allowance Kshs. 10,000.

6. Senior Laboratory Technician — V/No. D119/2026; CSG 10 / Job Group ‘K’; 2 posts. Same salary and allowances as Laboratory Technologist I.

7. Drilling Superintendent — V/No. D120/2026; CSG 10 / Job Group ‘K’; 1 post. Same salary and allowances as above.

8. Senior Principal Drilling Assistant — V/No. D121/2026; CSG 11 / Job Group ‘J’; 1 post. Salary: Kshs. 38,210 – 49,910 p.m.; House Allowance Kshs. 10,000 p.m.; Commuter Allowance Kshs. 4,000 p.m.; Leave Allowance Kshs. 6,500.

9. Laboratory Technician I — V/No. D122/2026; CSG 11 / Job Group ‘J’; 2 posts. Same salary and allowances as above.

10. Plant Operator III — V/No. D123/2026; CSG 16 / Job Group ‘D’; 2 posts. Salary: Kshs. 22,040 – 26,510 p.m.; House Allowance Kshs. 4,500 p.m.; Commuter Allowance Kshs. 3,000 p.m.; Leave Allowance Kshs. 6,500.

All posts carry 30 working days annual leave and permanent and pensionable terms.

Requirements or Eligibility

Applicants must be serving officers in the Public Service and should provide all details requested in the advertisement. Key requirements by post:

• Senior Superintending Geologist: Served as Geologist I (Geological Survey) or a comparable position for at least three years; BSc in Geology, Engineering Geology, Geophysics, Geochemistry, Environmental Geology or equivalent; professional membership with the Geological Society of Kenya; registration by the Geologists Registration Board; Senior Management Course of at least four weeks.

• Senior Superintending Inspector of Explosives: BSc in Explosives Science/Engineering, Mining Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science/Engineering, Chemistry or Physics; served as Senior Inspector of Explosives or comparable position for at least three years; versed in local and international explosives safety guidelines; Senior Management Course of at least four weeks.

• Principal Drilling Superintendent: Served as Senior Drilling Superintendent for at least three years; diploma or certificate in Ground Water Technology, Earth Science or equivalent; certificate in computer applications; shown merit and ability.

• Senior Laboratory Technologist: Served as Laboratory Technologist II CSG ’11’ for at least three years; over 10 years in a mineral testing laboratory; certificate in gemmology; certificate in precious stones identification by ASSAY method; diploma in Applied Sciences (Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Industrial Chemistry), Earth Sciences or Biotechnology; certificate in computer applications; shown merit and ability.

• Laboratory Technologist I: Served as Laboratory Technologist II CSG ’11’ for at least one year, with a cumulative 10 years in the civil service; diploma in Applied Sciences (Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Industrial Chemistry) or Biotechnology; certificate course in gemmology; experience in precious stones identification; supervisory skills course; shown merit and ability.

• Senior Laboratory Technician: Served as Laboratory Technician I CSG ’11’ for at least three years; certificate in Laboratory Science, Laboratory Technology or Medical Laboratory Technology, or Occupational/Proficiency Test Certificate Grade III/II/1 in Civil Engineering for Geological Laboratories; certificate in computer applications; shown merit and ability.

• Drilling Superintendent: At least three years as Chief Drilling Assistant/Senior Drilling Inspector with direct involvement in diamond core drilling; three-year technical course at the Kenya Water Institute or equivalent, or diploma/certificate in Ground Water Technology, Water Resources and Management, Water Engineering, Earth Science, or Departmental grade test I, II and III; certificate in computer applications.

• Senior Principal Drilling Assistant: Served as Senior Drilling Assistant for at least three years; diploma or certificate in Ground Water Technology, Earth Science or equivalent; certificate in computer applications; shown merit and ability.

• Laboratory Technician I: Served as Laboratory Technician II CSG ’12’ for at least three years; certificate in Laboratory Science or Petroleum Science, or Occupational/Proficiency Test Certificate Grade III/II/1 in Geological Laboratories; certificate in computer applications; shown merit and ability.

• Plant Operator III: KCSE mean Grade ‘D’ plain or equivalent; valid driving licence free from current endorsements for the relevant machine classes; passed Suitability Test for plant operators Grade III; able to operate at least two plants of ‘difficult rating’ C; First-Aid Certificate Course of at least one week from St. John Ambulance, KIHBT or another recognised institution; shown merit and ability.

How to Apply

Applications are invited from suitably qualified serving officers in the Public Service. Applicants should provide all the details requested in the advertisement; it is an offence to include incorrect information. Details of academic and professional certificates not obtained by closure of the advert should not be included. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.

Shortlisted candidates must produce originals of their National Identity Card, academic and professional certificates and transcripts during interviews. Serving officers must also produce the original letter of appointment to their current substantive post. Presenting fake certificates, documents or information is a criminal offence, and giving false information will lead to disqualification.

For enquiries, contact the Office of the Principal Secretary, State Department for Mining: Telephone +254-20-2721074; Email psmining.go.ke; Works Building, P.O. Box 30009-00100, Nairobi. When replying, quote Ref No: MOM/CR/2/27/(159).

Salary and Benefits

All posts are on permanent and pensionable terms with 30 working days annual leave. Salary scales and allowances:

• CSG 8 / Job Group ‘N’: Kshs. 63,870 – 105,150 p.m.; House Kshs. 35,000; Commuter Kshs. 8,000; Leave Kshs. 10,000.

• CSG 9 / Job Group ‘L’: Kshs. 49,910 – 73,050 p.m.; House Kshs. 28,000; Commuter Kshs. 6,000; Leave Kshs. 10,000.

• CSG 10 / Job Group ‘K’: Kshs. 45,210 – 61,020 p.m.; House Kshs. 16,500; Commuter Kshs. 5,000; Leave Kshs. 10,000.

• CSG 11 / Job Group ‘J’: Kshs. 38,210 – 49,910 p.m.; House Kshs. 10,000; Commuter Kshs. 4,000; Leave Kshs. 6,500.

• CSG 16 / Job Group ‘D’: Kshs. 22,040 – 26,510 p.m.; House Kshs. 4,500; Commuter Kshs. 3,000; Leave Kshs. 6,500.

Important Dates

The advertisement is dated 1st October 2026. No application deadline is stated in the supplied notice. Candidates should confirm the closing date with the State Department for Mining using the contact details above before submitting applications for these Mining Department Vacancies.