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Tupande Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor (Fixed-Term)
One Acre Fund Kenya
Posted 4 months agoNairobi, Kenya
Location
Nairobi, Kenya
Job Type
Full-time
Experience
Mid-Level
Category
Marketing
Job Description
About
One
Acre
Fund
Founded in 2006,
One
Acre
Fund equips 5.5 million smallholder farmers to make their farms more productive.
Across nine countries that together are home to two-thirds of
Africa's farmers, we provide high-quality farm supplies, tree seedlings, accessible credit, modern agronomic training, and a wide range of other agricultural services.
On average, this model enables any farmer to increase their income and assets on supported land by more than 35 percent, while permanently improving their resilience.
This is all made possible by our team of 9,000+ full-time staff, drawn from diverse backgrounds and professions.
Why
Work
Here blog post.
Our
Kenya program, founded in 2006, operates under the local brand
Tupande.
Kakamega headquarters support 1,747 field staff and serve more than 1 million farmers.
In Nairobi, around 50 staff support global functions like procurement, recruitment, government relations, and communications.
About the
Role
The primary purpose of this role is to ensure the operational efficiency of the macadamia processing facility through effective maintenance of machinery and facility infrastructure.
Training of the production staff/workers on food safety-related attributes such as ensuring food safety during machine repairs, maintenance amongst others Ensuring proper documentation as outlined under FSMS and production operational procedures.
Technical Support & Collaboration Assist in the installation of new machinery and upgrades to existing systems as directed by the technical supervisor.
Safety Compliance Ensure that all undertaken maintenance activities comply with the set food safety, OSH and other operational standards.
Closely monitor spares usage, and promptly report any requirements to facilitate timely procurement and prevent delays in production/maintenance tasks.
Knowledge food safety practices Attention to detail: Ensures all your tasks are completed to the business’ specifications.
Problem-solving: Identify solutions to problems encountered Written and verbal communication: Able to communicate in word and written
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Requirements
- Qualifications Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for.
- For this role specifically, you will have: Skills: Proficient in mechanical repairs, welding, and fabrication.
- MUST be proficient in TIG welding Holds at least a certificate in mechanical engineering or welding and fabrication.
- Knowledge: Mechanical and facility maintenance knowledge.
- Knowledge in motors and gear maintenance.
- Basic electrical knowledge.
- Application Deadline 07 June 2026.
- One Acre Fund never asks candidates to pay any money or pay for tests at any stage of the interview process.
- Official One Acre Fund emails will always arrive from an @oneacrefund.org address.
- Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI), and anti-racism are deeply connected to our organization's mission and purpose.
- We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, n.
Responsibilities
- Responsibilities Appointed as food safety team member Participate in food safety management system (FSMS) meetings.
- Participate in food safety audits.
- Perform routine facility maintenance tasks, including painting, plumbing, and concrete works.
- Utilize mechanical skills, including welding and fabrication, to perform necessary repairs and modifications.
- Provide basic electrical support as directed by the technical lead.
- Participate in food safety, OSH and technical training programs.
- Record Keeping & Reporting Maintain accurate logs of all maintenance work performed.
- Report to the Technical Supervisor on progress, challenges, and material needs.
- Spare Parts Management Ensure the efficient and responsible management of provided spare parts and tools.
- Learn more, please see our
- Close to 500 staff in our
- Contribute towards continuous improvement of the factory processes and systems Routine Equipment & Facility Maintenance Perform regular inspections, preventive maintenance, and emergency repairs on machinery, including boiler, conveyors, dryers, cracking and packing machines etc.
- Diagnose and repair mechanical issues promptly to minimize downtime.
Benefits
- Career Growth and Development We have a strong culture of constant learning and we invest in developing our people.
- We hold career reviews every six months, and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals.
- You'll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career.
- Benefits Health insurance, paid time off Contract Duration 2 Years.
