Openings at Safal Group

Reference Number

MRMCS/16/06/2022

Description

Key Performance Areas

• Work closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention
• Execution of employee engagement programs and internal product campaigns across the Business Unit.
• Drive employee monthly reward schemes aimed at driving attainment of BPP targets around People & Culture deliverables.
• Collaborate with the Digital Communications Team to execute employer-branding initiatives through providing content in form of high-resolution photos & videos of company events.
• Communication of company activities and updates to ensure that relevant information is timely relayed to employees through channels such as notice boards, emails, and company social media platforms (Yammer/WhatsApp).
• Support the management of disciplinary issues and grievances in line with the employment act and the company’s policies & procedures.
• Drive monthly Employee Relations Council (ERC) Meetings and ensuring follow up & closure of items as agreed by members to enhance cordial industrial relations.
• Coordinate CSR activities through awareness creation and mobilization of staff to achieve maximum participation.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications and Experience Requirements

1. Minimum academic qualification: Bachelor’s Degree In HR or related discipline
2. Qualifications as an added advantage: Higher Diploma in HR or CHRP
3. Professional registration: IHRM
4. Experience required: General work experience (years): Minimum of 5 years with Minimum 3 years’ experience specific to the position
5. Industry: Manufacturing

Additional/specific work requirements:

• Knowledge of employment laws and labor relations
• Excellent emotional intelligence skills
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment and exercise good judgment with excellent follow-through

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Reference Number

MRMCS/01/06/2022

Description

Key responsibilities

• Operate 4 High Mill
• Ensure correct parameters are applied during final pass of rolling/skin pass/rewinding to ensure quality CRC & CRCA is produced
• Efficient operation of 4 High Mill accessories
• Identify and report irregularities to the Shift Engineer
• Input coil details and operating parameters
• Execute house keeping inline with Kaizen principles

Requirements

Qualifications required:

• Minimum Craft certificate
• KCSE Certificate
• Minimum 3 years experience as Rolling Mill operator in a manufacturing environment.
• Computer literate

Key competencies and skills:

1. Mill operation
2. Cold Rolled Coil quality

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Reference Number

MRMCS/06/06/2022-1

Description

All activities in Mechanical Maintenance (which includes namely, 6 Hi Mill, 4 Hi Mill, ARP, Pickling, MCL, CCL and RFs, roll shop, RGM’s, gas plants, Shot Blasting Machine and other Auxiliary and finishing equipment’s in the complex and all utilities):

• Develop and implement the overall mechanical works strategy for the mechanical maintenance.
• Identify gaps in the mechanical processes and implement strategies to close gaps and to improve equipment reliability, sustainability, and reduce maintenance costs.
• Excellent trouble-shooting and problem-solving skills to minimize equipment downtime. Ensure mechanical installations for the plant conform to approved standards to ensure sustainability and eliminate breakdowns.
• Provide technical support by responding to requests for mechanical problems for all mechanical work.
• Ensure equipment installations are reliable, safe and in good condition at all times.
• Evaluate spare needs, identify critical spares, and place appropriate orders and monitor usage.
• Ensure proper planning of major works and resources for the same.
• Responsible for manpower engagement and training for the mechanical maintenance team.
• Timely documentation of reports for mechanical issues and technical reports.
• Work with contractors and suppliers on our maintenance activities by ensuring high quality of work and compliance with all company policies and regulatory guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with the requirements of health and safety legislation, standards, procedures, and practices.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and audits on mechanical installations and identify high risk areas and initiate appropriate corrective actions.
• Identify, evaluate, plan, implement, and manage projects to improve equipment and safety performance, reduce costs, and ensure sustainability.
• Ensure that all mechanical equipment is installed and functional to support Production in achieving their production targets.
• Following the principles of continuous improvement by investigating and interrogating processes and systems and proposing recommendations to improve equipment efficiency.
• Provide technical support to Production team when required on mechanical works also Coordinate outside contracting with in house projects as necessary
• Participating in meetings when required with the plant personnel to share information, make decisions, and agree on action plans.
• Analyze all machine failures (breakdowns, unplanned corrective maintenance) and implement corrective measures to prevent re-occurrence of failures and safety incidents. Timely Root Cause Analysis and repair of major faults and breakdowns. Implementing Corrective & Preventive action plan.
• Develop, implement, and maintain equipment planned maintenance plans and schedules for all mechanical equipment as required and in accordance with the equipment manufacturer’s specifications, good engineering practice, and mechanical standards. Creating maintenance procedures & Methods.
• Strict monitoring of KPI’s as given by management and action should be taken to achieve them.
• Special focus to identify and arrest all kind of leakages (like Hydraulic, Pneumatic, Steam, water, acid, effluents) in equipment.
• Devise and carry out condition monitoring & Oil monitoring program.
• Controlling maintenance tools, stores, and equipment
• Plan, manage and control work done by subordinates ensuring all work is well documented.
• Ensure that subordinates have the resources required to do their jobs effectively.
• Train new employees in maintenance work processes and procedures

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering- Plant Option
• Good knowledge of AUTOCAD software for designing.
• Minimum 8 years experience in similar position in a busy manufacturing company
• Knowledge in RCA methodology
• Posses good knowledge in identifying and managing spare parts
• Good working knowledge of machines in process industry, hydraulics and pneumatics is desirable.
• Computer proficiency especially in PM module in SAP – ERP.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings as well as use of AUTOCAD.
• Ability to work independently and exhibit right leadership.

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Reference Number

ILFN0252022

Description

• Take responsibility for the day to day processing of all purchase invoices ensuring that invoices are checked and prices are correct and that any discrepancies are investigated and dealt with appropriately
• Ensure that invoices are authorized for payment by relevant department managers and matched to purchase orders where applicable
• Ensure that invoices are recorded and entered on the system using appropriate account codes and that payments are posted on the system appropriately
• Deal with all enquiries related to invoices/payments, answering telephone calls and emails and liaising with relevant departments as necessary to ensure enquires are dealt with in a professional and timely manner
• Set up new supplier accounts and amend existing supplier details as necessary
• As required, assist with account reconciliations as well as identifying and correcting accounting errors
• Any other duties as reasonably directed Controller or other member of the management team

Requirements

Qualifications required:

1. Bachelors degree in Finance/Commerce or equivalent
2. CPA/ACCA/Equivalent qualifications

 Experience required:

1. General work experience (years): 2-3 years
2. Specific to the position (level/discipline/years): 1-2 years
3. Industry: Not specific but manufacturing is preferred

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Reference Number

MRMMRKTG0262022

Description

1. Liaise with cross functional teams and partners to actualise new value addition propositions and products for customers within Kenya, both manufactured and traded.
2. Increase SBS’s revenue and contributions from Solution Sales.
3. Ensure Sales target to be achieve as laid down by managment.
4. Explore and develop new business opportunity across multiple segments for application of Pre-fab insulated panels & Cold room solutions within Kenya.
5. Liaison with relevant industry specific professional association, corporations, co-operatives government agencies to leverage potential Pre-fab Insulated panels & cold chain development solutions in line with reporting manager.
6. Ensure timely and accurate reports as required by the reporting manager.
7. Monitor competitive activity and trends within the territory.
8. Identify gaps in SBS current portfolio of solutions and traded items offering within Kenya.
9. Proactively identify, engage in and assist in strategic solution sales based on targeted products and training of sales staff and customers.
10. Build go to market strategy for Building Solutions (traded and manufactured accessories)

Requirements

Qualifications required:

• Minimum academic qualification:Bachelors Degree – Sales & Marketing, Engineering
• Qualifications as an added advantage: MBA (Sales & Marketing)

 Experience required:

• General work experience (years): 8years
• Specific to the position (level/discipline/years): 5 years
• Industry: Manufacturing/Building/Construction

 Key competencies and skills:

• Excellent Communication skills
• Analytical skills
• Sales acumen
• Presentation skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Problem Solving skills
• Strong planning skills
• Strong organizing skills
• Skilled in strategy and business development
• Strong leadership skills
• High on initiative and ability to manage ambiguity

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Reference Number

MRMCS160620

Description

MRM is seeking to recruit a suitable individual to work as an Accounts Manager – Exports reporting to the Sales Manager. This position is based in Athi River/ Kampala – Nairobi.

Main Purpose

To generate Cold Rolled Coil Annealed (CRCA) and Cold Rolled Coil (CRC) export sales across the East African market. The role will explore non-roofing applications for AZ & PPAZ and to complement the existing resources for better market coverage.            

Key Performance Areas:

• Management of sales Volume in assigned export region – Generate business and ensure that sales volume as per budgeted /targeted basis are achieved on a consistent monthly basis.
• Market development – below the line activity – Actively research market for new product opportunities outside current core Sectors and introduce MRM and its brands to prospective clients within the region to grow sales volumes.
• Collection, analysis and dissemination of information on all competition activities – Provide timely sales and marketing intelligence reports through regular customer and market visits, establishing, and maintaining a clear competitive edge over the competition to gain and secure market share.
• Cash collection & debtors’ management – Ensure all accounts are within the stipulated credit limit, fulfil credit formalities with personal guarantee forms and reconcile all accounts within stipulated period.
• Any other official assignments that may be delegated by the management from time to time.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications and Experience Requirements :

• A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Commerce, Trade, Economics or equivalent (*Engineering Degree along with Management qualification preferred)
• At least 8 years’ experience in similar role.
• Knowledge in ERP systems (SAP).
• Experience in Steel Roofing & Building Materials (Sales & Marketing experience for Flat Steel products will be preferred)
• Good understanding of Export and Import procedures and regulations in the EA Region

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Reference Number

MRM-CS23/05/2022

Description

Main purpose of the position: 

Operate the Color Coating Line Coater section in accordance to company standards and procedures.

• Routine/Direct: Executing Coater room operations
• Functional/Indirect: Working as a team with other Color Coating Line operators to achieve the required coils quality.

Key responsibilities:

• Inspect pick-up and applicator rolls to avoid production of painted coils with defects originating from coater rooms.
• Inspect incoming coils to avoid damages on applicator rolls.
• Clean chemical and paint coaters.
• Identify the correct paint according to operation requirements or as requested by line supervisor.
• Check paint properties and liaise with Quality Inspectors for correction if necessary.
• Ensure timely readiness of the chemical and paint solution after stoppages and during program changes.
• Ensuring there is sufficient paint in the tray and that paint is recirculating as required.
• Remove empty paint drums from the coater rooms and disposal of used cotton rags and thinner in accordance to disposal procedure.
• Preparation of chemical & paint coater.
• Ensure paint application in accordance with operation parameters with the right WFT, DFT.
• Liaise with the Quality Inspector for results and roll adjustment.
• Inspect coating progress and correct defects.
• Operate the control desk at the coater room according to the procedure.
• Feed the process parameters into the SCADA as required.
• Report all faults as pertaining to Coaters section or any other section of the line.
• Ensure the material is pre-treated using the recommended procedure before paint is applied.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping at coaters section.
• Fill in the operation parameters as specified in the coater room logbook.
• Participate in strip breakage recovery.
• Participate in line start-up and shut-down activities.
• Train on Entry and Exit sections as may be required for multi-skilling.
• Conduct additional activities as may be assigned by CCL Production Supervisor.
• Adhere to health and safety guidelines, safe work practice and good housekeeping (Wear provided PPEs at all times).
• Have a keen observation to CO2 fire suppression system and respond as per emergency plan put in place.

Requirements

Qualifications required:

• Minimum academic qualification: Minimum Form 4 Level
• Qualifications as an added advantage: Craft Certificate in mechanical, electrical or paint process exposure
• General work experience (years): Min: 6 months in a manufacturing industry

Key competencies and skills:

• No medical conditions e.g. not allergic to paints
• Safety conscious.
• Ability to learn quickly.
• Team player.
• Flexible and willing to work as instructed.
• Able to communicate appropriately.