Tupande Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor (Fixed-Term)

One Acre Fund View all jobs

  • Kenya
  • Contract
  • Full-time
  • 1 month 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.Our Kenya program, founded in 2006, operates under the local brand Tupande. Close to 500 staff in our 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 RoleThe primary purpose of this role is to ensure the operational efficiency of the macadamia processing facility through effective maintenance of machinery and facility infrastructure.ResponsibilitiesAppointed as food safety team member
  • Participate in food safety management system (FSMS) meetings.
  • Participate in food safety audits.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Perform routine facility maintenance tasks, including painting, plumbing, and concrete works.
Technical Support & Collaboration
  • Assist in the installation of new machinery and upgrades to existing systems as directed by the technical supervisor.
  • Utilize mechanical skills, including welding and fabrication, to perform necessary repairs and modifications.
  • Provide basic electrical support as directed by the technical lead.
Safety Compliance
  • Ensure that all undertaken maintenance activities comply with the set food safety, OSH and other operational standards.
  • 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. Closely monitor spares usage, and promptly report any requirements to facilitate timely procurement and prevent delays in production/maintenance tasks.
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: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.
  • 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 form of communication
  • Ability to work as part of a team: Play the role of a team member to assist the team in accomplishing common goal
  • Time management: Manage activities for your deliverables
Preferred Start DateAs soon as possibleJob LocationSagana, KenyaBenefitsHealth insurance, paid time offContract Duration2 YearsEligibilityThis role is only open to citizens or permanent residents of Kenya.Application Deadline07 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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