Farm Engineer at Williamson Tea Kenya Limited

THE JOB

• Reporting to the Factory Manager, the job holder will be responsible for overall maintenance and repairs of all tea processing machinery, electrical works supervision, transport systems, Estate buildings and roads.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan, execute, and document preventive machinery maintenance.
• Maintenance of tea processing machines and daily inspection of machinery during factory run time.
• General repairs, fabrication, and fitting works in the plant and workshops.
• Supervise all engineering works (Mechanical and electrical) including buildings, water supply and roads.
• Timely maintenance of the tea harvesting machines, light engines, motor vehicles and tractors. 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Possess a Higher National Diploma with 8 years of experience or a Degree in Mechanical Engineering with a minimum of 5 years’ experience, preferably in the Tea Industry.
• Those with ordinary Diplomas but with 10 years of experience will be considered.
• Trained and knowledgeable in welding, fabrication and fitting.
• Computer literacy in MS office and knowledge in AutoCAD is essential.
• 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 when called upon.