Created date: 2025-08-07
Valid upto: 2025-08-29
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Department: Maintenance
Reports To: Mill Manager
Responsible for all mechanical maintenance across the paper mill and converting plant. Ensures equipment reliability and performance above 85% OEE. Leads team planning, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and technical upgrades.
Execute mechanical preventive and corrective maintenance plans.
Manage shutdowns, inspections, and machine overhauls.
Troubleshoot mechanical failures and conduct root cause analysis.
Lead a team of technicians, providing coaching and performance feedback.
Drive cost-effective spare parts inventory management.
Implement Lean practices to reduce waste and inefficiencies.
Track and report KPIs including MTBF, MTTR, and downtime metrics.
Bachelor degree
In-depth mechanical systems expertise.
Strong RCA and problem-solving skills.
CMMS usage and planning capabilities.
Leadership in high-pressure situations.
Safety-first mindset (LOTO compliance, audits).
Degree in Mechanical/Industrial Engineering.
5–7 years in mechanical maintenance (paper industry preferred).
Experience on tissue machines and project implementation.