Unga Holding is a market leader in the manufacturing & provision of superior human nutrition, animal nutrition and animal health products and services within Eastern Africa.Unga family brands are milled using superior quality grains, selected to achieve high customer satisfaction levels at the same time ensuring that the nutritional value is retained in products when utilized. Role Purpose This position will effectively develop and implement follow-up preventive maintenance programs for all machines, equipment and other facilities and installations on site for maximum life, productivity and efficiency. Key Duties and Responsibilities Plant Maintenance To develop efficient and effective preventive maintenance programs for all equipment and machines. To implement budget controls and monitor the maintenance budget to ensure no over-expenditure. To organize direct and motivate the maintenance team to optimize productivity. To provide effective support and project management to ensure company projects are completed within the scheduled times and cost. To provide sound technical and engineering maintenance advice for equipment, machines and facilities improvement. To implement ISO/HACCP/DOHSS/NEMA recommendation within the company. To facilitate competitive sourcing of cost value engineering services to maximize company returns. Analyze budgets and continuously control production costs and identify/rectify waste measures. Make decisions and advice the business on equipment use, maintenance, modification and procurement Monitor and review the performance of staff and organize necessary interventions for improvement. Ensure, efficient collaboration and co-ordination between relevant departments including Production, Distribution and Management Driving root cause analysis initiatives on equipment availability and performance losses and following up to ensure corrective actions are implemented Coordinating orientation of all new employees within maintenance to ensure that it is done procedurally Process documentation and Reporting Ensure all maintenance activities are recorded and documents well maintained for all processes Ensure all maintenance reports are generated and reviewed on time i.e. MTTR, MTBF, utilities report, inventory etc. Ensure all reports are shared with key parties and that are error free Lead the stocktake process and take corrective actions against variances in the maintenance store Food Safety Ensure the Food Safety Management System and customer specific quality standards are implemented for all equipment and production processes. Support the Food & Safety team members at the plant to perform their assigned responsibilities to drive a positive food safety culture. Ensure prompt resolution of complaints/equipment breakdown supported by Root Cause Analyses. Enhance customer experience through availing machines that produce conforming products Maintain GMPs above 90% Ensure compliance to legal/regulatory requirements Implement Quality Plan and other food safety programs Adopt the best industrial practice by maintaining proper hygiene levels Conduct equipment inspection for efficiency Occupational Safety, Health and Environment Ensure OSHA 2007 is implemented and adhered to by all employees & outsourced contactors/visitors. Drive a positive occupational safety ownership, health and welfare culture at all levels of the including workplace inspection & hazard identification. Support the SHE Committee members at the Plant to perform their assigned duties and responsibilities. Investigate all near misses, accidents and incidents and ensure timely reporting in line with policies & procedures - Use problem solving technic to solve chronic issues related to safety Ensure proper equipment and process design that promotes safety - Safeguard and protect equipment designed to enhance employee safety. Continual Improvement Ensure PaTaMu initiatives and projects are implemented leading to continual improvement. Continuously identify opportunities for improvement for all equipment and apply PaTaMu methodologies to improve. Lead training and upskilling initiatives of technicians and production staff i.e. AM, TPM Encourage generation and implementation of PaTaMu ideas to drive a culture of innovation and creativity. Ensure employees have a good understanding of Kaizen and how the PaTaMu model works. Identify process challenges & use PDCA to address bottlenecks Coordinate all continual improvement projects for the function Enhance employee competences through trainings Support activities around Unga’s culture code – FIRST. Participate in organizing site events and initiatives as guided. Drive an effective accountability system in the Plant through daily work management. Utilize Daily Standard Work & Leader Standard Work. Leadership & Accountability Oversee work performance of staff including goal setting, learning & development Conduct HK Reviews for the maintenance team by reviewing strategies against performance. Participate in the monthly HK Reviews. Conduct periodic performance review, appraisals for employees, develop and implement training plans Coaching/mentoring employees to scale performance and engagement levels. Improve process accountability through F2F discussions. Ensure a competent and engaged workforce by supporting and driving programmes such as talent mapping, implementation of personal development plans, face-to-face feedback sessions, effective meetings and succession planning. Conflict resolution. Ensure issues brought forward are resolved and escalated on time Job Requirements Minimum Requirements Degree in Mechanical /Electrical Engineering At least (8) years’ experience in production and plant operations, with at least (3) years Managerial Level. Hands-on experience on modern PLC operated process equipment Ability to read and interpret technical data, drawings as well as manuals. Proven ability in Project Management is an added advantage Registered member of the Engineering Board of Kenya (EBK) Basic Finance Knowledge and Experiences with an ERP are added advantage Excellent leadership and human resource management skills Ability to manage a variety of cross-functional team members Competence in problem solving, team building, planning and decision making Excellent written and verbal communication skills Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to maintain confidential information.