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Lucy Gathii
Water And Sanitation Engineer/ Sales Engineer
Naivasha
Summary
Highly resourceful and driven Water Resource Engineer dedicated to delivering quality services in today's competitive landscape. With a keen eye for detail and a proactive approach, I excel in providing innovative solutions to meet the needs of both institutions and their communities. As an enthusiastic and open-minded individual, I possess strong judgment and initiative, thriving even under minimal supervision. With articulate communication skills, coupled with a passion for problem-solving, make an effective team player capable of exceeding expectations. I have exceptional technical sales experience, I collaborate seamlessly with sales teams to deliver functional and cost-effective solutions, ensuring successful system rollouts. With a proven track record of building enduring customer relationships.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
TECHNICAL SALES ENGINEER (Water and Energy)
EPICENTER AFRICA
07.2023 - Current
- Prospecting and lead generation
- Reviewed customer inquiries to understand client need and project scope while managing internal delivery mechanisms.
- Presale engineering support including product choices and technical design
- Preparation of sales proposals, cost estimates and quotations by understanding customer needs and RFP requirements
- Pipeline management ,negotiation and closing of prospective sales
- Market surveys, pricing and product recommendation.
- Organized product demonstrations and trial installations of equipment to promote products in water including water treatment, water pumping and solar energy
- Prepare concise and accurate reports other required documentation for executive level presentations and decision making.
TECHNICAL SALES REPRESENTATIVE
TRANSAFRICA WATER SYSTEMS LIMITED
10.2022 - 06.2023
- Designed and sold solutions based Solarization and electrical equipping of boreholes pumping systems.
- Recommended and sales of appropriate water pumps and solar modules
- Optimized product sales by networking for additional business prospects with established clients
- Maintained routine communication with clients to assess overall satisfaction, resolve complaints, and promote new offerings.
- Developed robust pipeline of sales opportunities by maintaining accurate information in CRM.
- Identifying, coordinating and participating in client relationship building activities and meetings
- Recommendation and selling of water treatment chemicals and equipment.
- Participated in trade shows and conferences to expand professional network and increase company visibility within the industry.
WATER RESOURCE ENGINEER (Intern)
NYERI WATER AND SANITATION COMPANY LIMITED (NYEWASCO)
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Conducting meter readings and performing maintenance tasks.
- Assisting in pressure management operations, including servicing, installation, and replacement of Pressure Reducing Valves (PRVs) within their designated zones.
- Analyzing zonal and sub-zonal flow rates to identify anomalies and potential leaks, contributing to proactive leak detection efforts.
- Collaborating in preparation of Bills of Quantities (BOQs) for sub-zones requiring realignment to enhance water distribution efficiency.
- Utilizing Non-Revenue Water Equipment like UFM (Ultrasonic Flow Meter) for leak detection purposes.
- Participating in replacement of faulty, unserviceable, or misaligned dial and damaged customer meters.
- Conducting tests and replacements of zonal and sub-zonal meters as part of ongoing maintenance procedures.
- Promptly addressing and comprehensively documenting monthly meter status updates.
- Compiling and submitting monthly reports detailing zonal and sub-zonal water usage and metering data.
- Conducted regular field inspections to monitor construction progress and ensure compliance with design specifications.
- Developed submissions for requests for proposal for engineering services by compiling technical information.
Water Resources Engineer (Intern)
WATER RESOURCES AUTHORITY (WRA)
11.2020 - 05.2021
- Conducting inspections and overseeing work activities to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Assessing hydrogeological survey reports to gather insights into groundwater resources.
- Updating water resources databases and registers to maintain accurate records.
- Entering data on water levels, rainfall, and evaporation returns into Microsoft Excel spreadsheets for analysis and reporting purposes.
- Collecting field data during surface and groundwater monitoring exercises and conducting subsequent data analysis.
- Assisting in water permitting process, including application review and compliance verification.
- Performing laboratory analyses and sampling water quality from both ground and surface water sources to assess environmental conditions.
Water Resource Engineer (Attachment Trainee)
WATER RESOURCES AUTHORITY (WRA)
- Conducting water quality sampling and performing laboratory analysis to assess the quality of water resources.
- Monitoring groundwater levels and entering collected data into a centralized database for analysis and reporting.
- Recording borehole completion details in the borehole database to track the status of drilling projects and maintain accurate records.
- Utilizing Acoustic Doppler Velocity (ADV) technology for surface water monitoring and conducting subsequent data analysis to assess water flow dynamics.
INDEPENDENT ELECTORAL AND BOUNDARIES COMMISSION
- Polling clerk
Education
Bachelor of Degree in science Water Resources Management -
UNIVERSITY OF ELDORET
EldoretKenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
KAMAHUHA GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL
11.2014
Kenya certificate of primary school (KCPE) -
CENTRAL PRIMARY SCHOOL
11.2010
Skills
Price Structuring
Effective Communication
Competitor research
Cost Estimations
Attention to Detail
Customer Support
Presentation Skills
Pipeline Management
Proposal Development
Market Trends
Time Management
Certification
01/2015 - 02/2015, NEXUS INSTITUTE OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES, Certificate in computer application packages
Professional And Technical Skills
Microsoft office suite: Ms. Word, Ms. Excel, Ms. Access, Ms. Power point, Soft skills: Reliability, Communication, Independence, Initiative, Writing skills: Report writing and documentation, Presentation skills
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 05/10/97
- Nationality: Kenyan
- Marital Status: Single
References
- KENNEDY MASABA, EPICENTER AFRICA – HQ NAIROBI, P.O BOX 5978-00200, NAIROBI, kennmasaba@gmail.com
- GRACE KURIA, NON-REVENUE WATER TECHNICIAN IN CHARGE, P.O BOX 1520-10100, NYERI, 0729368674
- JEREMIAH NYAGA, SUB REGIONAL MANAGER – NAIVASHA/NAKURU SUB REGION, P.O. Box 1577-20117, Naivasha
Volunteer Experience
- Tree planting in University of Eldoret High School
- Active member of Student for Natural Resource Conservation (SNARCO)
- Active participation in team building for Forestry and Wood-Science department in University of Eldoret
Interests
Cooking
Reading
Timeline
TECHNICAL SALES ENGINEER (Water and Energy)
EPICENTER AFRICA
07.2023 - Current
TECHNICAL SALES REPRESENTATIVE
TRANSAFRICA WATER SYSTEMS LIMITED
10.2022 - 06.2023
WATER RESOURCE ENGINEER (Intern)
NYERI WATER AND SANITATION COMPANY LIMITED (NYEWASCO)
08.2021 - 06.2022
Water Resources Engineer (Intern)
WATER RESOURCES AUTHORITY (WRA)
11.2020 - 05.2021
Water Resource Engineer (Attachment Trainee)
WATER RESOURCES AUTHORITY (WRA)
INDEPENDENT ELECTORAL AND BOUNDARIES COMMISSION
Bachelor of Degree in science Water Resources Management -
UNIVERSITY OF ELDORET
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
KAMAHUHA GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL
Kenya certificate of primary school (KCPE) -
CENTRAL PRIMARY SCHOOL