Responsibilities
- Liaise and
coordinate with the Heads of Sections of Electrical, Instrument, Civil and
Mechanical Engineering on the day-to-day running of the department.
- Advice the
General Manager on changes in Engineering and additional equipment which
may be necessary for optimization of production of baker’s yeast and
alcohol.
- Ensure that
proper equipment and machinery availability and utilization are achieved.
- Ensure that
proper maintenance schedules are effected to improve on plant and
equipment availability and efficiency.
- Prepare
detailed maintenance capital budgets for the department and all on-going
projects.
- Ensure that
expenditure in the division is controlled and remain within agreed
budgets.
- Authorizes and
approve the purchase of materials, chemicals and spare parts in the
electrical, instruments, civil and mechanical sections needed for
efficient production of baker’s yeast and alcohol.
- Plan for
modifications, upgrading, rehabilitation and improvement in the plant as
necessary.
- Ensure that all
safety regulations are put in place and adhered to and that environmental
control is effected and observed.
- Provide
technical leadership to multidisciplinary teams to enable them develop,
implement and evaluate strategic management plans and budgets aimed at
improving performance standards and organizational effectiveness.
- 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 programs 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 implement development action plans aimed at building the capacity of
individuals and multi-disciplinary teams.
Qualifications
For
appointment to this grade, an officer must have:
- At least twelve
(12) years working experience, five (5) of which should be in a management
position.
- Master’s Degree
in any of the following engineering disciplines: Instrumentation and
Control Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering,
Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Industrial Technology will
be an added advantage.
- Bachelor’s
Degree in any of the following engineering disciplines: Instrumentation
and Control Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing
Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Industrial
Technology.
- Registered with
Engineers Registration Board of Kenya (EBK) or KETRB. Management course
lasting not less than four (4) weeks.
- Proficiency in
computer applications and Computerized Engineering/Management System.
- Fulfilled the
requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya.
Key
Competencies and Skills
- Strong
analytical skills.
- Strategic and
innovative thinking.
- Effective
communication skills.
- Strong
interpersonal skills.
- Ability to
mobilize resources.
- Negotiation
skills.
How to
Apply
All
Successful candidates will be required to submit the following documents: –
- Certificate of
good conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations.
- Clearance
certificate from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB).
- Tax compliance
certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
- Clearance
certificate from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)
- Report from an
approved Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)
- Four (4) weeks
Leadership/ Management Course certificate
Applications
including detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV), copies of academic and professional
certificates and testimonials, names, and addresses of at least three referees,
two coloured passport size photos and a copy of National Identity Card should
be sent to the undersigned on or before July 22nd, 2025. Only shortlisted
candidates will be contacted.
Resident
Director & Chief Executive
Agro Chemical & Food Company Limited
P. O. Box 18 – 40107
MUHORONI-KENYA
Email: admin@acfc.co.ke
