Tupande Soko Maintenance Supervisor (Fixed-Term)

About One Acre Fund

Founded in 2006, One Acre Fund equips 5.5 million smallholder farmers to make their farms more productive. Across nine countries that together are home to two-thirds of Africa's farmers, we provide high-quality farm supplies, tree seedlings, accessible credit, modern agronomic training, and a wide range of other agricultural services. On average, this model enables any farmer to increase their income and assets on supported land by more than 35 percent, while permanently improving their resilience. This is all made possible by our team of 9,000+ full-time staff, drawn from diverse backgrounds and professions. To learn more, please see our Why Work Here blog post.

Our Kenya program, founded in 2006, operates under the local brand Tupande. Close to 500 staff in our Kakamega headquarters support 1,747 field staff and serve more than 1 million farmers. In Nairobi, around 50 staff support global functions like procurement, recruitment, government relations, and communications

About the Role

The Maintenance Supervisor executes machine repairs and daily facility maintenance strategy. Their proactive equipment servicing maximize machinery uptime and efficiency, supporting production goals while keeping the plant running reliably.

Responsibilities

Appointed as food safety team member

Participate in food safety management system (FSMS) meetings.

Participate in food safety audits.

Training of the production staff/workers on food safety-related attributes such as ensuring food safety during machine repairs, maintenance amongst others

Ensuring proper documentation as outlined under FSMS and production operational procedures.

Contribute towards continuous improvement of the factory processes and systems

Routine Equipment & Facility Maintenance

Perform regular inspections, preventive maintenance, and emergency repairs on machinery, including boilers, conveyors, dryers, nut sorters, cracking and vacuum packing machines etc.

Diagnose and repair mechanical issues promptly to minimize downtime.

Perform routine facility maintenance tasks, including painting, plumbing, and concrete works.

Technical Support & Collaboration

Assist in the installation of new machinery and upgrades to existing systems as directed by the technical supervisor.

Utilize mechanical skills, including welding and fabrication, to perform necessary repairs and modifications.

Provide basic electrical support as directed by the technical lead.

Safety Compliance

Ensure that all undertaken maintenance activities comply with the set food safety, OSH and other operational standards.

Participate in food safety, OSH and technical training programs.

Record Keeping & Reporting

Maintain accurate logs of all maintenance work performed.

Report to the Technical Lead on progress, challenges, and material needs.

Spare Parts Management

Ensure the efficient and responsible management of provided spare parts and tools. Closely monitor spares usage, and promptly report any requirements to facilitate timely procurement and prevent delays in production/maintenance tasks.

Career Growth and Development

We have a strong culture of constant learning and we invest in developing our people. You'll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on your performance. We hold career reviews every six months, and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals. You'll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career.

Qualifications

Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for . For this role specifically, you will have:

Skills:

Proficient in industrial repairs, welding, and fabrication.

Strong electromechanical troubleshooting skills

Holds at least a certificate in mechanical or electrical engineering.

Must have experience working in a food processing facility

Knowledge:

MEP and facility maintenance knowledge.

Knowledge in motors and gear maintenance.

Knowledge of food grade lubrication and maintenance practices

Strong knowledge food safety practices

Experience in macadamia processing is an added advantage

Possession of GFSI-recognized FSMS certifications (BRCGS or FSSC 22000) and OSH compliance (Fire Safety & First Aid) is an added advantage

Attention to detail: Ensures all your tasks are completed to the business’ specifications.

Problem-solving: Identify solutions to problems encountered

Written and verbal communication: Able to communicate in word and written form of communication

Ability to work as part of a team: Play role of a team member to assist the team in accomplishing common goal

Time management: Manage activities for your deliverables

Preferred Start Date

As soon as possible

Job Location

Rukanga, Central, Kenya

Benefits

Health insurance, paid time off

Contract Duration

2 years

Eligibility

This role is only open to citizens or permanent residents of Kenya

Application Deadline

4 February 2027. Please note that we hire on a rolling basis which means that applications are reviewed and processed on a continuous basis until a hire is made.

One Acre Fund never asks candidates to pay any money or pay for tests at any stage of the interview process. Official One Acre Fund emails will always arrive from an @ oneacrefund.org address. Please report any suspicious communication here ( [email protected] ), but do not send applications or application materials to this email address.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI), and anti-racism are deeply connected to our organization's mission and purpose. One Acre Fund aspires to build a culture where all staff feel consistently valued, represented, and connected – so that our team can thrive as professionals, and achieve exceptional impact for the farmers we serve.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.