About Ashford Enterprises
Ashford Enterprises is a printing and packaging company that provides commercial printing, label printing, flexible packaging, and corrugated carton manufacturing services. Founded in 2003, the company operates from a 60,000-square-foot facility in Nairobi's Industrial Area with offset presses, flexographic presses, and digital printing equipment. Ashford serves fast-moving consumer goods companies, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and agribusinesses across East Africa. The company employs 200 staff and is ISO 9001 and FSC certified. Ashford Enterprises prints approximately 50 million labels and 10 million cartons annually.
What you will do:
You will install, maintain, and troubleshoot telecommunications equipment including fibre optic cables, routers, switches, and base stations. Daily tasks include conducting site surveys, pulling and splicing fibre optic cables, configuring network equipment, and testing signal quality. The role involves working at heights on telecom towers and in underground ducts, so physical fitness and a head for heights are essential. You will also prepare installation reports, maintain as-built drawings, and coordinate with the network operations centre to resolve service-affecting faults. Experience with fibre optic splicing, OTDR testing, and telecom power systems is required. The position involves travel to remote tower sites and working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Requirements:
- Diploma in a relevant field from a recognised institution
- Minimum 1 year of working experience in a similar role
- Good written and verbal communication skills in English and Kiswahili
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Self-motivated with a positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Must be a Kenyan citizen aged 21 years or above
Applications should include an updated CV, copies of relevant certificates, and contact details of three professional referees. Ashford Enterprises offers a competitive remuneration package, medical cover, and opportunities for professional development. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
