In pursuit of operational excellence and sustainable growth, a leading organization in Kenya’s business operations sector is inviting skilled professionals to join its dynamic maintenance and technical teams. The company is committed to maintaining world-class industrial standards and delivering reliable, efficient, and safe production systems. To support these goals, several positions are currently open across the maintenance and engineering departments.
These positions are integral to ensuring the smooth running of production facilities, guaranteeing compliance with safety and environmental regulations, and supporting the continuous improvement of operational systems. Individuals with a passion for technical precision, maintenance innovation, and system optimization are encouraged to explore the available opportunities listed below.
The available positions include Mechanical Technician, Electrical Technician, Instrumentation & Control Maintenance Engineer, and Instrumentation and Control Technician. Each role offers a chance to contribute to the organization’s core operations while developing valuable technical and professional experience within a high-performing industrial environment.
Mechanical Technician – Kenya (Business Operations, Permanent)
The Mechanical Technician will be responsible for performing routine and corrective maintenance on mechanical systems, machinery, and equipment within the plant. The role involves working as part of a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal mechanical performance and minimize equipment downtime. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring the reliability, safety, and efficiency of mechanical operations throughout the facility.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance on mechanical systems, including pumps, compressors, valves, gearboxes, turbines, and other rotating or static equipment.
- Carry out mechanical inspections and identify potential issues that could lead to equipment failure.
- Dismantle, repair, and reassemble mechanical components as per maintenance schedules and operational requirements.
- Support plant shutdown and start-up operations, ensuring all mechanical systems are properly aligned and functioning.
- Collaborate with other technicians and engineers to diagnose faults and recommend effective solutions to mechanical challenges.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records and update work order reports in line with company procedures.
- Ensure all mechanical works are performed in compliance with safety, health, and environmental regulations.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing equipment performance and reducing downtime.
- Assist in the installation and commissioning of new mechanical systems or equipment upgrades.
This position requires strong technical acumen, attention to detail, and the ability to work under minimal supervision while adhering to strict operational standards.
Electrical Technician – Kenya (Business Operations, Permanent)
The Electrical Technician will provide technical support in the maintenance, installation, and troubleshooting of electrical systems within the company’s operational facilities. The role ensures that electrical infrastructure operates at maximum efficiency, supporting overall productivity and minimizing disruptions. The technician will be involved in the execution of scheduled maintenance programs and emergency repairs as needed.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform installation, testing, and maintenance of electrical systems, including motors, drives, control panels, transformers, and switchgear.
- Diagnose electrical faults and carry out repairs in a timely and effective manner to reduce downtime.
- Inspect electrical installations to ensure compliance with technical standards and safety requirements.
- Execute preventive maintenance programs on electrical equipment to enhance reliability and extend asset lifespan.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all electrical maintenance and repair activities.
- Collaborate with other departments to coordinate shutdowns and ensure minimal disruption to operations.
- Support the implementation of energy efficiency initiatives and system upgrades.
- Participate in risk assessments and ensure adherence to all safety procedures when working on live or high-voltage systems.
- Assist in training and mentoring junior technicians on best practices in electrical maintenance.
The ideal professional will have a deep understanding of industrial electrical systems, safety protocols, and an aptitude for diagnosing complex technical issues in a fast-paced environment.
Instrumentation & Control Maintenance Engineer – Kenya (Business Operations, Permanent)
The Instrumentation & Control Maintenance Engineer will lead the instrumentation and control systems maintenance programs across the organization’s operational facilities. The role requires a blend of technical expertise, leadership ability, and problem-solving skills to ensure that all measurement and control systems perform optimally and reliably. The engineer will focus on system integrity, calibration accuracy, and automation efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee the maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting of all instrumentation and control systems, including sensors, transmitters, control valves, and PLCs.
- Develop and implement preventive maintenance strategies for instrumentation and control equipment.
- Analyze system performance and identify opportunities to enhance automation and control reliability.
- Manage the installation and commissioning of new instrumentation and control systems.
- Collaborate with operations, electrical, and mechanical teams to diagnose and resolve cross-functional technical issues.
- Ensure all instrumentation work complies with safety standards, operational guidelines, and statutory regulations.
- Maintain detailed documentation, including calibration records, maintenance reports, and system configurations.
- Recommend and implement improvements in system design, reliability, and energy efficiency.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing process control and production quality.
- Provide technical guidance to instrumentation technicians and ensure consistent adherence to company procedures.
This role plays a vital part in ensuring that plant operations maintain optimal performance, accuracy, and control. It requires strong analytical skills, the ability to interpret complex technical data, and a focus on precision and system integrity.
Instrumentation and Control Technician – Kenya (Business Operations, Permanent)
The Instrumentation and Control Technician will provide hands-on support in maintaining, calibrating, and repairing instrumentation and automation systems used across production processes. Working under the supervision of the Instrumentation & Control Maintenance Engineer, the technician will ensure that all process control instruments operate within acceptable standards of accuracy and reliability.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform maintenance, calibration, and testing of instrumentation systems including flow meters, pressure gauges, level transmitters, temperature sensors, and control valves.
- Support the installation, configuration, and troubleshooting of programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and distributed control systems (DCS).
- Conduct routine inspections of control systems to detect faults, deviations, or potential failures.
- Assist in system upgrades, commissioning of new equipment, and integration of automation systems.
- Maintain up-to-date calibration and maintenance records for all instrumentation assets.
- Ensure adherence to safety procedures when working on electrical and control systems.
- Work collaboratively with electrical and mechanical teams to ensure synchronized maintenance operations.
- Participate in troubleshooting sessions and recommend corrective measures for identified issues.
- Contribute to the optimization of process control parameters to enhance production efficiency and product quality.
This position requires technical precision, a strong focus on system reliability, and an understanding of industrial process instrumentation. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining consistent operational performance across the plant.
Summary
These roles are central to maintaining the company’s operational efficiency, reliability, and commitment to safety. The organization offers a professional environment where technical skills are valued, innovation is encouraged, and teamwork is essential. Each position provides the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the performance and sustainability of key operational systems in one of Kenya’s leading industrial organizations.
Professionals with a strong work ethic, technical expertise, and a commitment to excellence are encouraged to apply for the positions that align with their skills and experience.
