The Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) is pleased to announce the re-advertisement of forty (40) vacancies for the position of Apron Controller Trainee. This opportunity forms part of KAA’s ongoing commitment to developing skilled aviation professionals capable of supporting Kenya’s air transport infrastructure and ensuring operational safety across its airports.
Established under the KAA Act Cap 395, the Authority is responsible for the provision, maintenance, and management of airport facilities throughout Kenya. KAA operates major international and regional airports including Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), Moi International Airport (MIA), Eldoret International Airport (EIA), Kisumu International Airport (KIA), Wilson Airport, and Malindi Airport.
Role Summary
The Apron Controller Trainee will undergo intensive on-the-job training to support the safe and orderly movement of aircraft on the apron. Upon successful completion of the one-year training program, candidates may be considered for permanent and pensionable employment based on their performance and assessment outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
The selected trainees will be equipped with skills and responsibilities including:
- Regulating aircraft entry and exit on the apron through radio telephony for safe traffic flow.
- Marshalling aircraft to and from parking bays during arrival and departure.
- Conducting Foreign Object Debris (FOD) inspections to prevent airside hazards.
- Operating Visual Docking Guidance Systems (VDGS) and passenger boarding bridges.
- Driving and operating Follow-Me Vehicles to guide aircraft.
- Recording aircraft movement data in the Airport Operations Database (AODB) and Daily Aircraft Movement Records (DAMR).
- Enforcing ICAO and IATA airside safety regulations and best practices.
- Monitoring and reporting incidents or hazards including oil spills and equipment malfunctions.
- Supervising safe refueling operations on the apron.
- Coordinating the safe movement of passengers, ground vehicles, and equipment in apron areas.
This role is mission-critical to ensuring on-time performance, safety compliance, and smooth ground operations across Kenya’s busiest airports.
Minimum Qualifications and Requirements
To be eligible for consideration, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) with a minimum grade of C (Plain), or C– (Minus) for candidates from marginalized groups, minority communities, or persons with disabilities.
- A Certificate in Airport Operations will be an added advantage.
- Previous experience or knowledge in Ground Flight Safety is desirable.
- Must demonstrate proficiency in computer applications.
- Age Requirement: Not older than 26 years (born on or after 1 January 1999). For candidates from marginalized groups and persons with disabilities, the age limit is extended to 28 years (born on or after 1 January 1997).
Terms of Appointment
- The position will be offered on a one-year training contract.
- Successful trainees may be absorbed into permanent and pensionable roles based on training outcomes and organizational needs.
Application Requirements
Applicants must submit the following documents:
- A formal application letter addressed to the Ag. Managing Director/CEO.
- A comprehensive CV with daytime contact details.
- Certified copies of academic and professional certificates.
- A copy of National Identity Card.
- Contact details of three referees familiar with the applicant’s character and work ethic.
Applications should be submitted via:
Email: recruitment@kaa.go.ke
OR
Hard Copy Submission:
Ag. Managing Director / CEO
Kenya Airports Authority
KAA Head Office, Airport North Road
P. O Box 19001-00501, Nairobi, Kenya
Please quote the job reference number in the subject line (for email) or on the envelope (for hard copy submissions). Applications must be received no later than Monday, 21st July 2025 at 5:00 PM East African Time. For more information visit KAA official website.
Additional Compliance Requirements (For Shortlisted Candidates Only)
In line with Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya (2010), shortlisted applicants will be required to present valid clearance certificates from the following bodies:
- Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) – Police Clearance Certificate
- Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) – Loan Repayment Status
- Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) – Tax Compliance Certificate
- Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) – Self-declaration Form
- Approved Credit Reference Bureau (CRB) – Credit Status Report
Clearance documents must be current and must reference the specific position applied for.
Important Notes
- Only shortlisted and successful applicants will be contacted.
- KAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, persons with disabilities, and individuals from marginalized or minority communities are strongly encouraged to apply.
- Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.
- Incomplete applications or failure to attach the required documents will result in disqualification.
About Kenya Airports Authority
KAA continues to lead the development of world-class airport infrastructure in Kenya and the East African region. By investing in youth development and technical training, the Authority is equipping the next generation with the skills required to sustain and advance the country’s aviation industry.