State Department for Mining Announces 93 Vacancies With Salaries of Up to KSh 105,150
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Public Service Commission Announces 93 Mining Department Jobs
The Public Service Commission (PSC) has announced 93 vacancies in the State Department for Mining, offering opportunities for serving public officers in geology, laboratory services, drilling operations and explosives inspection.
According to an advert dated October 1, 2026, the positions are available on permanent and pensionable terms.
The advertised jobs include 46 Senior Superintending Geologist positions, 25 Senior Superintending Inspector of Explosives positions and 10 Laboratory Technologist I positions.
Other vacancies are in drilling operations, laboratory services and plant operation.
List of Available Jobs
The State Department for Mining is recruiting for the following positions:
| Position | Number of Vacancies | Job Group |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Superintending Geologist | 46 | N |
| Senior Superintending Inspector of Explosives | 25 | N |
| Principal Drilling Superintendent | 2 | N |
| Senior Laboratory Technologist | 2 | L |
| Laboratory Technologist I | 10 | K |
| Senior Laboratory Technician | 2 | K |
| Drilling Superintendent | 1 | K |
| Senior Principal Drilling Assistant | 1 | J |
| Laboratory Technician I | 2 | J |
| Plant Operator III | 2 | D |
| Total | 93 |
Salaries and Allowances
The advertised positions have different salary scales depending on the job group and responsibilities.
Here are the basic monthly salaries and allowances listed in the advert:
| Position | Basic Monthly Salary | House Allowance | Commuter Allowance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Senior Superintending Geologist | KSh 63,870–105,150 | KSh 35,000 | KSh 8,000 |
| Senior Superintending Inspector of Explosives | KSh 63,870–105,150 | KSh 35,000 | KSh 8,000 |
| Principal Drilling Superintendent | KSh 63,870–105,150 | KSh 35,000 | KSh 8,000 |
| Senior Laboratory Technologist | KSh 49,910–73,050 | KSh 28,000 | KSh 6,000 |
| Laboratory Technologist I | KSh 45,210–61,020 | KSh 16,500 | KSh 5,000 |
| Senior Laboratory Technician | KSh 45,210–61,020 | KSh 16,500 | KSh 5,000 |
| Drilling Superintendent | KSh 45,210–61,020 | KSh 16,500 | KSh 5,000 |
| Senior Principal Drilling Assistant | KSh 38,210–49,910 | KSh 10,000 | KSh 4,000 |
| Laboratory Technician I | KSh 38,210–49,910 | KSh 10,000 | KSh 4,000 |
| Plant Operator III | KSh 22,040–26,510 | KSh 4,500 | KSh 3,000 |
The advert also lists annual leave allowances of KSh 10,000 for the positions in job groups N, L and K, and KSh 6,500 for the positions in job groups J and D.
Successful applicants will be entitled to 30 working days of annual leave.
Requirements for the Mining Department Jobs
The requirements vary depending on the position. Applicants must meet the qualifications and experience specified for their preferred jobs.
Senior Superintending Geologist: Applicants must have served as a Geologist I or in a comparable public service position for at least three years. They must also hold a relevant bachelor’s degree, be registered with the Geologists Registration Board, have professional membership with the Geological Society of Kenya and have completed a Senior Management Course lasting at least four weeks.
Senior Superintending Inspector of Explosives: Applicants must have a relevant bachelor’s degree in fields such as explosives science, mining engineering, chemical engineering, environmental science, chemistry or physics. They must also have at least three years of relevant experience and have completed a Senior Management Course lasting at least four weeks.
Principal Drilling Superintendent: Applicants must have served as a Senior Drilling Superintendent for at least three years. They also need a recognised qualification in groundwater technology, earth science or an equivalent field, as well as computer application skills.
Senior Laboratory Technologist: Applicants must meet the specified public service experience requirements and have a diploma in a relevant field, such as applied sciences, earth sciences or biotechnology. The advert also requires experience in mineral testing, gemmology training and certification in precious stone identification.
Laboratory Technologist I: Applicants need the specified public service experience, a relevant diploma, gemmology training and experience in precious stone identification. A supervisory skills course is also required.
Senior Laboratory Technician: Applicants must have served as a Laboratory Technician I for at least three years and hold a recognised qualification in laboratory science, laboratory technology, medical laboratory technology or the alternative qualification specified in the advert.
Drilling Superintendent: Applicants need at least three years of relevant experience in drilling operations and a recognised technical qualification in groundwater technology, water resources, water engineering or earth science, among the qualifications listed.
Senior Principal Drilling Assistant: Applicants must have served as a Senior Drilling Assistant for at least three years and hold a recognised qualification in groundwater technology, earth science or an equivalent field.
Laboratory Technician I: Applicants must have served as a Laboratory Technician II for at least three years and hold the relevant laboratory or geological laboratory qualification.
Plant Operator III: Applicants must have a Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade of D plain or an equivalent qualification. They must also have a valid driving licence for the relevant machinery, pass the required Grade III suitability test for plant operators and be able to operate at least two plants classified as difficult rating C. A recognised first-aid certificate is also required.
Applicants should read the official vacancy descriptions carefully because some positions have additional professional, training and work experience requirements.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified serving public officers should submit their applications online through the Public Service Commission website.
Applications can be submitted through either of these official platforms:
- Public Service Commission website: www.publicservice.go.ke
- PSC jobs portal: www.psckjobs.go.ke
The application deadline is November 2, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. East Africa Time.
Applicants should provide all the information requested in the advertisement. They should not include academic or professional qualifications they had not obtained by the closing date.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Shortlisted applicants will be required to present original national identity cards, academic and professional certificates, and transcripts during interviews. Serving officers must also present the original appointment letter for their current substantive positions.
The commission has warned that canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification. Providing false information or fake documents may also result in disqualification and criminal consequences.
The State Department for Mining says it is committed to fair competition and equal employment opportunities. Persons with disabilities, members of marginalised communities and minorities are encouraged to apply.
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