JOSHUA GITHIEYA KIMANI
Mechanical Engineering Technician
Karuri,Kiambu
Summary
Mechanical technician with a diploma in Mechanical Engineering, focused on maintaining and repairing critical naval machinery for the Kenyan Navy. Demonstrated ability to improve operational efficiency and ensure reliability of equipment. Experienced in challenging environments that require creativity and commitment to excellence. Open to roles that foster skill development and program advancement.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanical Technician
Kenyan Navy
- Current
- Naval deployment to Somalia in 2019 (AMISOM)
- Maintenance of Outboard and Inboard Engines
- Mid-lift Refit of Kenyan Navy Ships
- Training other Kenyan Navy soldiers on Mechanical Equipment Repair and Maintenance
- Participating in Naval readiness drills including fire fighting activities
Mechanical Technician
Kenyan Navy
- Current
- Naval deployment to Somalia in 2019 (AMISOM)
- Maintenance of Outboard and Inboard Engines
- Mid-lift Refit of Kenyan Navy Ships
- Training other Kenyan Navy soldiers on Mechanical Equipment Repair and Maintenance
- Participating in Naval readiness drills including fire fighting activities
Maritime Security Guard
Kenyan Navy
- Current
- Conducting daily marine patrols and surveillance
- Responding swiftly to security incidents to restore order along the territorial waters
- Coping with the latest technologies related to marine and Naval preparedness and security
- Participating in Naval Exercises with visiting military personnels from other countries
- Performing both state and regimental duties
Maritime Security Guard
Kenyan Navy
- Current
- Conducting daily marine patrols and surveillance
- Responding swiftly to security incidents to restore order along the territorial waters
- Coping with the latest technologies related to marine and Naval preparedness and security
- Participating in Naval Exercises with visiting military personnels from other countries
- Performing both state and regimental duties
Senior Security Supervisor
The TRIBE HOTEL
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Responding to Security incidents
- Managing security workflow
- Training new hires
- Creating and managing duties schedules
- Reporting to the managing Director
- Evaluating performance and providing feedback
Ministry of transport
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Engine overhaul
- Motor rewinding
- Operation of various earthmovers
- Workshop cleaning
- Troubleshooting of mechanical faults
Ministry of transport
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Engine overhaul
- Motor rewinding
- Operation of various earthmovers
- Workshop cleaning
- Troubleshooting of mechanical faults
Education
Certificate - Sea Survival - International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watch-Keeping for Seafarers
Kenya Naval Training College
Kenya01.2026
Course - Junior Leadership Course
Kenya Airforce
Kenya01.2026
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering Plant Option
Defence Forces Technical College (DEFTECH)
Kenya01.2022
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering Construction Plant
KENYA Institute of Highways and Building Technology (KIHBT)
Kenya01.2018
Kenya certificate of secondary education - undefined
Karuri High School
Kenya01.2015
Skills
Hydraulic and pneumatic systems
Transmission installations
Equipment maintenance
Engine repair
Pump maintenance
Adversity response
Effective communication
Flexibility and perseverance
Collaboration
Responsibility management
Interpersonal skills
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 15th April 1998
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Kenyan
- Marital Status: Single
References
- Colonel Lang’at, Commanding Officer - Kenyan Navy Ship JASIRI, 0724 225 211
- Bishop D.G. Mwai, ABC Church Bishop, 0721 415 306
- Mr. Joshua Nderi, C.E.O Tapam Consultancy Limited., 0706 297388
References
- Colonel Lang’at, Commanding Officer - Kenyan Navy Ship JASIRI, 0724 225 211
- Bishop D.G. Mwai, ABC Church Bishop, 0721 415 306
- Mr. Joshua Nderi, C.E.O Tapam Consultancy Limited., 0706 297388
Timeline
Senior Security Supervisor
The TRIBE HOTEL
01.2020 - 01.2022
Ministry of transport
01.2017 - 01.2018
Ministry of transport
01.2017 - 01.2018
Mechanical Technician
Kenyan Navy
- Current
Mechanical Technician
Kenyan Navy
- Current
Maritime Security Guard
Kenyan Navy
- Current
Maritime Security Guard
Kenyan Navy
- Current
Certificate - Sea Survival - International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watch-Keeping for Seafarers
Kenya Naval Training College
Course - Junior Leadership Course
Kenya Airforce
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering Plant Option
Defence Forces Technical College (DEFTECH)
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering Construction Plant
KENYA Institute of Highways and Building Technology (KIHBT)
Kenya certificate of secondary education - undefined
Karuri High School