Tupande Soko Avocado Oil Maintenance Supervisor

One Acre Fund View all jobs

  • Kenya
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 17 days ago
About One Acre FundFounded 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.To learn more, please see our blog post.About the RoleAs the Maintenance Supervisor, you are responsible for maintaince of equipment and tools in the Avacodo Oil Factory. With the manager's support, you will keep factory equipment, facilities, and assets in good working condition to minimize downtime and costs. You will ensure all equipment and tools are properly stored and calibrated to meet quality standards.ResponsibilitiesMaintenance management for the Avocado Oil factory and machinery
  • Oversee responsive and proactive maintenance tasks in the factory and ensure timely completion to exceptional standards with some manager support.
  • Ensure all machines and equipment are operating at the prescribed plant availability.
  • Ensure compliance with health and safety standards during the execution of maintenance work.
  • Prepare monthly performance reports to identify ways to reduce machine downtime and costs.
  • Act as the key point person for communication with stakeholders on maintenance schedules, repairs, access requests, and any delays.
Maintenance of tools and machines
  • Manage the inventory of maintenance equipment and materials, including tracking usage and procurement orders.
  • Initiate, plan, and execute calibration of weighing scales, pressure gauges, moisture meters, and any other machine that requires bi-annual and annual calibration & verification.
  • Support in the safe and proper storage of tools and machines to ensure their quality does not deteriorate.
  • Ensure proper stocking of spare parts, de-commissioned parts or machines, as well as reusable tools and parts.
Project Supervision
  • Oversee the installation and maintenance of all machines and equipment, and electrical, plumbing, and firefighting works in the factory.
  • Supervise casuals and contractors to achieve exceptional workmanship.
  • Prepare specifications and Bill of Quantities for small projects to support vendor sourcing.
  • Manage relationships with vendors and suppliers to ensure standards are met and issues are resolved.
Utility Management
  • Support the production coordinator to ensure all facilities have a regular water and power supply.
  • Liaise with utility companies on outages and push for quick resolutions
  • Track utility costs and find ways to reduce spending
  • Maintain records of utility usage for reporting purposes
  • Track project costs to ensure they are kept within/below budget.
Career Growth and DevelopmentWe have a strong culture of constant learning, and we invest in developing our people. You'll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on your performance. 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.QualificationsAcross all roles, these are the . For this role specifically, you will have:Qualifications:
  • Minimum 2+ years in a maintenance role in an Avocado Oil factory
  • Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
Technical skills:
  • Google Suite applications, i.e., Google Sheets and Google Docs, for project management
  • Ability to monitor, operate and repair all equipment and machines related to avocado oil production, such as crushers, malaxers, separators etc.
  • Ability to monitor and operate facility systems and equipment, such as fire alarm systems, security systems, and other monitoring systems, to identify anomalies, troubleshoot issues, and ensure proper functioning.
  • Proficiency in using various tools, equipment, and instruments commonly used in facility maintenance, such as hand tools, power tools, meters, gauges, and other specialized equipment, in performing maintenance tasks effectively and safely.
Knowledge:
  • Knowledge of preventive maintenance principles and practices, including developing and implementing preventive maintenance programs, conducting routine inspections, and performing preventive maintenance tasks to prolong the lifespan of facility assets and minimize unexpected breakdowns.
  • Understanding of maintenance management principles, including preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance, condition-based maintenance, and predictive maintenance, to develop and implement effective maintenance programs and strategies for the facility.
Preferred Start DateAs soon as possibleJob LocationSagana, KenyaBenefitsHealth insurance, paid time offContract Duration1 yearEligibilityThis role is only open to citizens or permanent residents of Kenya.Application Deadline22 June 2026. Please note that we hire on a rolling basis, which means that applications are reviewed and processed on a continuous basis until a hire is made.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 @ address. Please report any suspicious communication here (globalhotline@oneacrefund.org), but do not send applications or application materials to this email address.Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI), and anti-racism are deeply connected to our organization's mission and purpose. One Acre Fund aspires to build a culture where all staff feel consistently valued, represented, and connected – so that our team can thrive as professionals, and achieve exceptional impact for the farmers we serve.We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

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