Assistant Manager, Engineering (Mechanical) at Agro-Chemical and Food Company

Job Specification

• An officer at this level will be deployed to head one of the following Engineering Sections:
• Electrical and Instrumentation and Mechanical

Duties and responsibilities will entail;

• Identify and procure spares necessary for the smooth running of the plant.
• Plan and coordinate the timely preparation of annual budgets estimates as well as outlining key activities to be undertaken to achieve desired targets.
• Ensure operational efficiencies and maximisation of baker’s yeast and alcohol production;
• Ensure safety of equipment and personnel in the factory.
• Participate in settling and handling of workers industrial disputes according to CBA.
• Participate in the recruitment and selection of staff in order to ensure that the candidates selected have the required job competencies and are provided with orientation and induction programme necessary for effective job performance
• Review incidents of violations against organizational policy and regulations as well as handle employee disputes and take appropriate action in line with approved policies, procedures and regulations
• Conduct training needs assessment, design and implement training programes aimed at equipping staff with appropriate job competencies in order to improve the design and delivery of high quality services
• Plan, monitor and evaluate the performance of staff against set targets and objectives and implementing development action plans aimed at building the capacity of individuals and multi-disciplinary teams
• Facilitate/prepare sectional maintenance monthly report, ISO and regulatory requirement and other reports.
• Participate in settling and handling of workers industrial disputes according to CBA

Person Specification

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

• At least twelve (8) years’ work experience five (3) of which should be in a Supervisory position;
• Master’s degree in any of the following engineering disciplines: Civil Engineering.
• Instrumentation and Control Engineering; Mechanical Engineering; Manufacturing Engineering; Chemical Engineering, Building Engineering or Industrial Technology;
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following engineering disciplines: Civil Engineering; Instrumentation and Control Engineering; Mechanical Engineering; Manufacturing Engineering; Chemical Engineering, Building Engineering or Industrial Technology;
• Registered with Engineers Registration Board of Kenya (EBK);
• Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks;
• Proficiency in computer applications; and
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter six (6) of the Constitution.