Motor Vehicle Welder, Kenya

Requisition ID: 2826

Department: Operations

Work Type: On-site

Application Close Date: 20th February 2025

At Intrepid Travel we exist to inspire, create, share and lead the best travel experiences ever – for both people and the planet. More than 34 years later, we’re proud to be a certified B Corp with hundreds of trips in over 100 countries.

The world needs more Intrepid people:

With 39 incredible trips across Kenya and 123 adventures throughout Africa, Intrepid takes travellers on unforgettable journeys. Behind every great adventure is a reliable ride, and that’s where you come in! We’re looking for a skilled Motor Vehicle Welder to keep our vehicles in top shape, ensuring smooth and safe travels for our explorers.

As our in-house Motor Vehicle Welder, you will diagnose mechanical problems, repair and rebuild motor vehicles and equipment. Strong mechanical skills are highly desired, as you’ll be responsible for troubleshooting issues - sometimes remotely - and making independent decisions to keep our vehicles running smoothly. You will keep our equipment available for use by inspecting and testing vehicles and carrying out preventive maintenance, such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tyre rotation and changes, wheel balancing, and filter replacements.

Some of the everyday responsibilities also include maintaining vehicle functional condition by handling operator complaints; conducting inspections; repairing engine failures; repairing mechanical and electrical system malfunctions; replacing parts and components; and repairing body damage. You’ll also maintain records of the mechanical operations undertaken.

This is a full-time, permanent position based in our office in Nairobi, Kenya. The salary for this position is approximately KES 759,434.

Some of the experience you’ll bring with you may include:

Auto mechanic qualification and hands-on experience, particularly with heavy commercial vehicles

Strong mechanical skills are highly desirable to troubleshoot and repair a range of vehicle issues

Heavy commercial driving licence required; Passenger Service Vehicle licence preferred

Travel experience in Intrepid destinations in East Africa would be advantageous

An understanding of and commitment to customer satisfaction

Our people reflect the diversity of our customers and the communities we visit:

Intrepid is made up of 58 nationalities across 46 countries, and we recognise that diversity makes us a stronger business. We support a culture where people can be themselves and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Including First Nations People, LGBTQI+ people, those living with a disability, or from disadvantaged backgrounds, and all people from different ethnicities, races, and religions.

Rewarding and developing our people is important to us, some of our work perks include:

Flexible work options, such as work-from-home options and the ability to 'work from anywhere' 4 weeks a year
A free Intrepid trip every year, plus generous discounts for families, and close friends
5 extra days of leave a year for use on Intrepid trip's
A minimum of 10 weeks paid parental leave for all parents, and other additional leave provisions.
Access to e-learning platforms, professional development and mentor programs
20 hours of volunteer leave every year to use on causes most important to you
Employee Assistance Program, a 24/7 service that offers counselling for you and your family

We are Real. Together. Ambitious. Impactful. These are our values and to us they're more than just words, they are the pillars of our success and every day it's our people and the work they do that bring them to life.

At Intrepid ensuring diversity, equity, and inclusion is an important part of our recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation to submit your application, please email careersupport@intrepidtravel.com with your name, location, and the accommodations you need, we will then be in touch to support your application.

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