Workshop Manager
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Intex Construction Limited is hiring a Workshop Manager to oversee maintenance and operation of plant equipment and machinery across sites in Uasin Gishu County. The role involves leading maintenance teams, coordinating preventive maintenance schedules, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Salary ranges from Kshs.90,000 to Kshs.100,000 gross pay on a fixed term contract.
- Salary Kshs.90,000 to Kshs.100,000 gross pay
- Fixed term contract position
- Requires Bachelors degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering
- Minimum 5 years hands-on diesel or heavy equipment mechanic experience
- Government Trade Test certification is a strong advantage
- Sites spread across Uasin Gishu County
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- RequiredAvailability to work in EldoretThe vacancy is associated with this location.
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Original source description
- Workshop Manager - Uasin Gishu County
- Intex Construction Limited
- 2 weeks ago
- Easy apply
- New
- Rest of Kenya (Eldoret)
- Full Time
- Construction
- Confidential
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- Job summary
- The role of Workshop Manager involves overseeing the maintenance and operation of plant equipment and machinery. The sites are spread across Uasin Gishu County.
- Min Qualification:
- Bachelors
Experience
- Level:
- Mid level
- Length:
- 5 years
- Language Requirement:
- English
- Working Hours:
- Full Time - 8 to 5
- Applicant
- Location:
- Kenya
- Job descriptions &
- working as a diesel or heavy equipment mechanic
- ▪ Demonstrated ability to diagnose and repair complex mechanical and hydraulic systems.
- ▪ In-depth knowledge of diesel engines and heavy construction machinery, including dozers, backhoes, concrete mixers, generators, vibrators, and rammers.
- ▪ Familiarity with modern diagnostic and testing technologies and tools
- ▪ Have the ability to use Microsoft Office Packages.
- BEHAVIOR: ALL ARE ESSENTIAL
- Takes initiative, works with collegiality, is resourceful, professional, must be hardworking, have a strong sense of work ethics, honest and loyal.
- Application Procedure:
- Qualified applicants to submit their 1-page cover letter and CV on or before 7th August 2026 5:00pm quoting job title as the subject: Workshop Manager
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JOB VACANCY: RE-ADVERTISEMENT
JOB VACANCY NO: INTEX/WD/WM22072026/001
REPORTING LINE: Head of Workshop
TERMS OF CONTRACT: Fixed Term Contract
Salary - Kshs.90,000 to Kshs.100,000 Gross pay
SUMMARY OF POSITION
The role of Workshop Manager involves overseeing the maintenance and operation of plant equipment and machinery. This role requires leadership skills, technical expertise and a proactive approach to identify and resolve maintenance issues. It is essential for the person to have a deep understanding of the equipment and the ability to communicate effectively with all stakeholders. The person will supervise the maintenance team on site, coordinate preventive maintenance schedules and ensure compliance with safety standards.
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Responsibilities
- ✓ Conducting routine inspections and preventive maintenance to ensure equipment is functioning correctly.
- ✓ Troubleshooting mechanical issues and performing repairs as needed.
- ✓ Service specialized equipment such as diesel generators (CAT, PERKINS, Kohler, and BH models), water pumps, outboard engines, cranes, and construction machinery.
- ✓ Cleaning, lubricating, and conducting routine services on heavy-duty vehicles and machine attachments such as hydraulic horse pipes, blades, and side booms.
- ✓ Managing operations related to equipment maintenance and leading maintenance teams.
- ✓ Ensuring compliance with safety standards and maintaining a safe working environment.
- ✓ Collaborating with other departments to support operational needs and ensure smooth plant operations.
- ✓ Plan and coordinate all maintenance activities on the site
- ✓ Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules
- ✓ Inspect facilities and equipment to identify issues
- ✓ Manage maintenance budgets and expenditures
- ✓ Maintain records of maintenance activities
- ✓ Coordinate with vendors and contractors for specialized repairs
- ✓ Ensure availability of maintenance supplies and tools
- ✓ Provide technical support and training to maintenance staff
- ✓ Timely progressive reports to Mechanical Head
- ✓ Attend monthly /weekly Site meetings as required
- ✓ Any other work-related
- as assigned from time to time.
- KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS
- ✓ Machine Reliability & Plant Health: you will be required to enhance the operational reliability of site equipment while minimizing unplanned downtime (100% Overall Equipment Effectiveness)
- ✓ Communication & Reporting: Successful monthly and quarterly periodic reports submitted to Head of Workshop
- ✓ Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) The average time between equipment breakdowns.
- ✓ Average time taken to repair equipment after failure.
- ✓ Maintenance Cost as a (%) of Replacement Value
- ✓ Inventory Turnover Ratio
- ✓ Work Order Completion Rate
- KEY KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
- ▪ Bachelors’ degree/ Higher Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field from a recognized institution. Government Trade Test (GTT) certification is a strong advantage.
- ▪ Certification as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic or Diesel Mechanic from a recognized technical institution.
- ▪ Minimum of 5 years of hands-on