Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company Limited (NCWSC) has announced a major recruitment drive with over 30 open positions across engineering, technical, legal, ICT, and operations functions. These NCWSC jobs 2026 Nairobi Water Sewerage vacancies are open to candidates at all levels — from KCSE holders to degree-qualified engineers and advocates. All applications must be received by 11 May 2026 at 5:00 PM EAT.
About This Recruitment
NCWSC is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Nairobi City County responsible for providing and managing water and sewerage services across Nairobi. Incorporated in December 2003 under the Companies Act, NCWSC works alongside the Athi Water Works Development Agency (AWWDA) which handles asset management.
This is one of the largest single recruitment exercises NCWSC has announced in recent years, covering both field-based technical roles and office-based professional positions. All positions are based in Nairobi and are offered on a contract basis.
All Open Positions at NCWSC 2026
Engineering & Technical Officers
- Civil Engineering Officer — 4 Posts: BSc Civil Engineering + EBK/IEK registration + 2 years experience
- Mechanical Engineering Officer — 3 Posts: BSc Mechanical/Industrial/Mechatronics/Production Engineering + EBK/IEK registration + 2 years experience
- Electrical Engineering Officer — 3 Posts: BSc Electrical & Electronic Engineering + EBK/IEK registration + 2 years experience
- Surveyor Officer — 1 Post: BSc Surveying or related field + ISK graduate membership + 2 years experience
Technician Level
- Artisan (Water & Sewer) — 80 Posts: Certificate/Diploma in Civil, Water or Wastewater Engineering
- Mechanical Assistants — 2 Posts: Certificate/Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Assistant — 3 Posts: Certificate/Diploma in Electrical & Electronic Engineering; EPRA registration an advantage
- Survey Assistant — 2 Posts: Certificate/Diploma in Surveying, Geomatics or Geospatial Engineering
- Building Works Assistant — 1 Post: Certificate/Diploma in Civil Engineering or Building Technology
- Meter Testing Technician (On-site) — 1 Post: Diploma in Civil/Water/Instrumentation Engineering + 2 years experience
- Leakage Scouting Technician — 1 Post: Diploma in Civil/Water/Instrumentation Engineering + 2 years experience
Operators
- Meter Testing Operators (On-site) — 3 Posts: Certificate in Civil/Water/Instrumentation Engineering or Trade Test II Plumbing
- Flow Measurement Operator — 1 Post: Certificate in Civil/Water/Instrumentation Engineering or Trade Test II Plumbing
- Bulk Metering Operator — 5 Posts: Certificate in Civil/Water/Instrumentation Engineering or Trade Test II Plumbing
- Leakage Scouting Operator — 4 Posts: Certificate in Civil/Water/Instrumentation Engineering or Trade Test II Plumbing
- Leakage Detection Operator — 3 Posts: Certificate in Civil/Water/Instrumentation Engineering or Trade Test II Plumbing
- Excavator Operators — 5 Posts: KCSE D- minimum + Plant Operator Certificate + NTSA heavy equipment licence + 2 years experience
- Ungraded Artisan (Flushing Units & Exhausters) — 5 Posts: KCSE D- minimum + Valid Plant Operator Certificate + NTSA heavy truck licence + 2 years experience
Ungraded Artisans (KCSE D- minimum + Trade Test III or on-job experience)
- Ungraded Artisans Water & Sewer — 27 Posts
- Ungraded Artisans Mechanical General — 3 Posts
- Ungraded Artisans Welding — 4 Posts
- Ungraded Artisans Electrical Works — 4 Posts
- Ungraded Artisan Masonry & Tiling — 3 Posts
- Ungraded Artisan Carpentry & Joinery — 2 Posts
- Ungraded Artisan Painting & Sign Writing — 3 Posts
General Labour
- Labourers Water & Sewer Regions — 25 Posts: KCSE D- minimum
Data & ICT
- Data Verification Assistant — 18 Posts: Certificate in Business, Engineering, IT or Project Management
- ICT Assistants — 6 Posts: Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Information Systems or related field
Legal
- Legal Officer Corporate Services — 1 Post: LLB + Post-Graduate Diploma in Law (Kenya School of Law) + Advocate of the High Court with valid practising certificate + LSK membership + 3 years post-admission experience
- Legal Officer Dispute Resolution — 1 Post: LLB + Post-Graduate Diploma in Law + Advocate of the High Court with valid practising certificate + LSK membership + 3 years post-admission experience
General Requirements Across All Roles
- Kenyan citizen
- Relevant academic qualifications as specified per role above
- Professional registration where applicable (EBK, IEK, ISK, LSK, EPRA)
- Contacts of three referees — at least one must be a current or former employer
- Current or former NCWSC employees who meet the qualifications are encouraged to apply
Skills and Competencies
- Technical proficiency specific to your applied discipline — field-verifiable
- Ability to work within a large public utility environment with structured reporting lines
- Integrity and accountability in handling public infrastructure and resources
- Strong communication for both field and office-based roles
- Self-discipline and reliability for roles requiring independent field operations across Nairobi
What NCWSC Offers
Competitive salary commensurate with role level and qualifications, within Nairobi City County’s public utility compensation framework. As a major public utility serving Kenya’s capital city, NCWSC offers structured employment, defined career progression within the water sector, and the professional satisfaction of contributing to critical urban infrastructure serving millions of Nairobi residents.
About Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company
Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company Limited (NCWSC) was incorporated in December 2003 as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Nairobi City County. Its core mandate is providing and managing water supply and sewerage services across Nairobi — one of Africa’s fastest-growing cities. NCWSC operates under the oversight of the Water Services Regulatory Board (WASREB) and works in partnership with the Athi Water Works Development Agency (AWWDA), which manages the underlying water infrastructure assets.
With Nairobi’s population continuing to grow, NCWSC’s role in expanding and maintaining the city’s water and sewerage network is increasingly critical. This recruitment drive reflects the organisation’s commitment to building operational capacity across all levels — from field artisans to professional engineers and legal officers.
How to Apply
Prepare and submit your application by hand delivery, registered mail, or courier to:
Managing Director Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company Limited Kampala Road, Industrial Area P.O. Box 30656-00100 Nairobi, Kenya
Your application package must include:
- A curriculum vitae (CV)
- Copies of academic certificates and relevant testimonials
- Contacts of three referees (at least one current or former employer)
Critical: Each application envelope or package must be clearly marked with the job position title and reference number you are applying for. Applications without this will not be processed.
Application Deadline
Monday, 11 May 2026 — 5:00 PM EAT Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Documents Required
- Updated CV
- Copies of academic and professional certificates
- Copies of professional registration certificates (EBK, IEK, ISK, LSK, EPRA — where applicable)
- National ID copy
- Three referee contacts (name, title, organisation, phone, email)
