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Plant Engineer / Engineering Manager / Maintenance Manager (Confectionery Division)
CountyNairobiCityNot specifiedContractFull TimePosted2026-08-26Close date2026-11-25Experience7 yearsSourceMimus Jobs Kenya
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Q-Sourcing Servtec Group is hiring a Plant Engineer / Engineering Manager / Maintenance Manager for its Confectionery Division in Nairobi. The role provides engineering leadership across maintenance, utilities, reliability, plant assets, and continuous improvement to support safe and efficient FMCG manufacturing. The position is full time with a deadline of 25 November 2026.
- Engineering leadership role covering maintenance, utilities, reliability, and plant assets
- Requires 7–10 years FMCG experience and at least 5 years in confectionery manufacturing
- Involves Lean, TPM, 5S, RCA, and OEE improvement initiatives
- Full-time role based in Nairobi with a 25 November 2026 deadline
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Original source description
- QSSK-Plant Engineer/ Engineering Manager/ Maintenance Manager- (Confectionery Division)
- Q-Sourcing Servtec Group
- ·
- Professional / Social Associations
- Full Time
- Nairobi
- Nairobi
- Deadline:
- 25 November 2026
- Posted
- August 26, 2026
Job Purpose
- To provide engineering leadership through the effective management of maintenance, utilities, reliability, plant assets, and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective manufacturing operations.
- Key
Responsibilities
- Maintenance & Reliability
- Develop and implement preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs.
- Monitor equipment performance and improve plant reliability.
- Lead root cause analysis (RCA) investigations and implement corrective actions.
- Track and improve MTBF and MTTR.
- Implement condition-monitoring techniques and reliability-centered maintenance.
- Utilities Management
- Manage all plant utilities including boilers, air compressors, refrigeration systems, steam systems, power distribution, water treatment, and waste water treatment facilities.
- Ensure uninterrupted utility services and monitor consumption for optimization.
- Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
- Spare Parts & Inventory
- Ensure availability of critical spare parts.
- Monitor consumption and inventory levels; review variances and implement corrective actions.
- Collaborate with procurement for timely acquisition of engineering materials.
- Engineering Projects & CAPEX
- Plan, coordinate, and implement engineering projects including equipment installation, modification, commissioning, and plant expansions.
- Develop technical specifications and manage projects within approved budgets and timelines.
- Safety, Food Safety & Compliance
- Promote a culture of safety and ensure compliance with OSHA, food safety (GMP), and environmental regulations.
- Conduct safety audits and implement corrective actions.
- Continuous Improvement
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives to improve plant efficiency.
- Implement Lean Manufacturing, TPM, and 5S methodologies.
- Develop and implement strategies to improve OEE.
- Team Leadership & People Management
- Lead, coach, and develop the engineering and maintenance team.
- Conduct performance appraisals and identify training needs.
- Develop an Engineering Skill Matrix and conduct competency assessments.
- Budget & Financial Management
- Prepare and manage the Engineering and Maintenance budget.
- Ensure maintenance spending is controlled within budget.
- Documentation & Systems
- Maintain accurate equipment histories, maintenance records, and breakdown reports in SAP or approved systems.
- Prepare and submit engineering performance reports.
- Qualification and
Experience
- 7–10 years of engineering
- within an FMCG manufacturing environment.
- At least 5 years of
- in confectionery manufacturing.
- managing high-speed production lines.
- Technical Skills
- Hands-on
- with confectionery manufacturing equipment.
- Knowledge of preventive, predictive, and reliability-centered maintenance.
- with utilities management (boilers, compressors, refrigeration, water treatment).
- Knowledge of TPM, Lean Manufacturing, and 5S methodologies.
- with SAP maintenance modules.
- Strong troubleshooting and RCA skills.
- Ability to interpret mechanical drawings and electrical schematics.
- Core Competencies
- Hands-on technical and problem-solving ability.
- Analytical and data-driven decision making.
- Strong planning, execution, and follow-up.
- RCA and continuous improvement mindset.
- Cost and business awareness.
- Strong safety and quality mindset.
- Effective communication and stakeholder management.
- Qualifications
- BA/BSc/HND
- Required
- 7 - 10 years
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Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or Industrial Engineering.
- Registration with relevant engineering professional body is an added advantage.
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