About Whitmore Services
Whitmore Services is a recruitment and HR outsourcing company that provides temporary staffing, permanent recruitment, payroll administration, and employee outsourcing services to businesses in Kenya. Founded in 2007, Whitmore has placed over 12,000 workers across sectors including banking, manufacturing, retail, and telecom. The company manages payroll for over 3,000 outsourced employees on behalf of client organisations. Whitmore Services is licensed by the National Employment Authority and is a member of the Federation of Kenya Employers. The company employs eighty internal staff across its Nairobi and Mombasa offices.
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. Whitmore Services offers a competitive remuneration package, medical cover, and opportunities for professional development. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
