Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview)

Kamimbi Aqua Feed Limited invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the position of MAINTENANCE MANAGER (X01)

Responsibilities or duties

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead and manage all plant maintenance activities, including mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and utility systems.
• Ensure optimal performance, reliability, and efficiency of all production equipment and assets.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Oversee breakdown maintenance and ensure minimal production downtime through rapid response systems.
• Plan and schedule maintenance activities in alignment with production requirements.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop the maintenance team to achieve high performance and technical competence.
• Manage maintenance budgets, cost controls, and ensure efficient utilization of resources.
• Oversee spare parts management, inventory control, and procurement planning.
• Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and environmental (HSE) standards and regulations.
• Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) on equipment failures and implement corrective actions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including lean maintenance and reliability engineering practices.
• Oversee installation, commissioning, and upgrading of plant machinery and equipment.
• Ensure proper documentation of maintenance activities, reports, and equipment history records.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as downtime, mean time between failures (MTBF), and maintenance costs.
• Collaborate with production, quality, and procurement teams to support operational efficiency.
• Manage and supervise contractors, service providers, and third-party technicians.
• Ensure compliance with statutory inspections, certifications, and regulatory requirements.
• Implement and maintain computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Lead emergency response and risk mitigation for plant-related incidents.
• Support audits (internal and external) and implement audit recommendations.
• Drive energy efficiency and cost-saving initiatives across plant operations.

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE & REQUIREMENTS:

• Full Grade Twelve School Certificate (GCE)
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering.
• Proven experience in managing maintenance teams and factory operations.
• Strong knowledge of plant equipment, automation systems, and utilities.
• Experience with maintenance planning systems and reporting tools.
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• High level of accountability and attention to detail
• Problem-solving and decision-making ability
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Results must be certified by ZAQA.

Experience needed

• Minimum 8+ years’ experiencein a manufacturing environment (feed mill experience is an added advantage).

Any other provided details (e.g., benefits, work environment, team info, or additional notes)

Kamimbi Aqua Feed (L) is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.

• Lead and manage all plant maintenance activities, including mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and utility systems.
• Ensure optimal performance, reliability, and efficiency of all production equipment and assets.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Oversee breakdown maintenance and ensure minimal production downtime through rapid response systems.
• Plan and schedule maintenance activities in alignment with production requirements.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop the maintenance team to achieve high performance and technical competence.
• Manage maintenance budgets, cost controls, and ensure efficient utilization of resources.
• Oversee spare parts management, inventory control, and procurement planning.
• Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and environmental (HSE) standards and regulations.
• Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) on equipment failures and implement corrective actions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including lean maintenance and reliability engineering practices.
• Oversee installation, commissioning, and upgrading of plant machinery and equipment.
• Ensure proper documentation of maintenance activities, reports, and equipment history records.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as downtime, mean time between failures (MTBF), and maintenance costs.
• Collaborate with production, quality, and procurement teams to support operational efficiency.
• Manage and supervise contractors, service providers, and third-party technicians.
• Ensure compliance with statutory inspections, certifications, and regulatory requirements.
• Implement and maintain computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Lead emergency response and risk mitigation for plant-related incidents.
• Support audits (internal and external) and implement audit recommendations.
• Drive energy efficiency and cost-saving initiatives across plant operations.

• Strong knowledge of plant equipment, automation systems, and utilities.
• Experience with maintenance planning systems and reporting tools.
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• High level of accountability and attention to detail
• Problem-solving and decision-making ability
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

• Full Grade Twelve School Certificate (GCE)
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering.
• Proven experience in managing maintenance teams and factory operations.
• Results must be certified by ZAQA.