Farm Engineer at Williamson Tea Kenya Limited
Ref. No: WTK/CHA/01.14
A vacancy has arisen at our Tea Estate in Kericho and we are requesting those who have the relevant qualifications and experience to apply.
The Job: Reporting to the Factory Manager, the Job holder will be responsible for overall maintenance
and repairs of all tea processing machinery, maintenance of buildings and any other duties that may be assigned from time to time by the Factory Manager.
and repairs of all tea processing machinery, maintenance of buildings and any other duties that may be assigned from time to time by the Factory Manager.
Key Responsibilities
The job holder will carry the following:
- Plan, execute and document preventive machinery maintenance.
- Maintenance of tea processing machines
- General repairs, fabrication and fitting works in the plant and workshops.
- Supervise all engineering works including masonry and carpentry jobs.
Minimum Requirements
- Possess a Higher National Diploma preferably from National Polytechnics or a degree in Mechanical Engineering. Those with ordinary Diplomas but with over 10 years experience will also be considered.
- Must be trained and knowledgeable in welding, fabrication and fitting.
- Preferably 30 years and above.
- Computer literacy in MS office is essential.
- Minimum experience of five years, knowledge in AutoCAD, and experience in working in the Tea industry would be an added advantage
- Must be able to work independently and meet deadlines
- Be a dynamic person who has high integrity, good communication skills and relates well with others.
- Willingness to work extra hours to meet set targets and attend to machinery breakdowns if called upon.
If you meet the above requirements, please submit a cover letter, detailed CV with names and contacts (telephone and E-mail) of referees and copies of certificates.
Application should reach us not later than 21st November 2014.
Please quote the job reference number WTK/CHA/01.14 on email subject or envelope and address to:
Human Resources Department
Williamson Tea Kenya Ltd
P.O Box 42281-00100
Williamson Tea Kenya Ltd
P.O Box 42281-00100
Nairobi
OR Email: hr@williamson.co.ke
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
