Plant and Equipment Technical & Maintenance Manager – Huntley Zambeef Products

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Zambeef Products PLC is the largest integrated cold chain food products and agribusiness company in Zambia and one of the largest in the Southern Africa region.  It is involved in the primary production, processing, distribution and retailing of beef, chicken, pork dairy, fish, flour, stock feed and day-old chicks throughout Zambia and the surrounding region.

Zambeef Products PLC is an equal opportunity employer. We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic candidate for the role outlined below. Women are therefore encouraged to apply.

PLANT AND EQUIPMENT TECHNICAL & MAINTENANCE MANAGER – HUNTLEY (X1)

The Required Skills for this Role Include:

• Managing inventory of processing plant and refrigeration critical spares and consumables.
• Overseeing the installation of new equipment as well as replacement and repair of spare parts according to supplier and company specifications and established safety guidelines.
• Monitoring the performance of repairs and maintenance conducted as well as systems in the processing and refrigeration plant division (Hydrovac, Plant Rooms (ammonia & freon),  Freezer Rooms, Cold rooms, Fire sprinkler systems, Water Systems, and all related controls).
• Work with senior management on plant improvements, designs, and development of the mechanical systems.
• Overseeing all maintenance utilities.
• Ensuring all regulations regarding oils, ammonia, chlorine, and water treatments are met.
• Performing inspections and preventative maintenance as required and set standards.
• Actively managing the maintenance teams responsible for refrigeration systems, including ammonia compressors.
• Managing and maintaining budgets for processing plant and refrigeration
• Leading the maintenance team to become world-class in technical expertise, installations, repairs, and maintenance of processing plant and refrigeration equipment.
• Working with IT on development and deployment of effective cold chain monitoring systems & capability

The Required Qualifications are:

• Grade 12 certificate,
• Applicable Engineering Degree or Diploma with a completed apprenticeship.
• Post-degree managerial qualifications will be advantageous.
• Member of the Engineering Institution of Zambia
• A minimum of 5 – 10 years post-qualification experience in Maintenance Management.
• Proven experience in the maintenance management of large-scale refrigeration plants (freon and ammonia)

The Required Attributes Include:

• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Able to work well both independently and in a team.
• Strong attention to detail with an ability to spot and solve problems
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to follow laid down procedures and manage change.