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Mechanical and Electrical Lead – ITM Tanzania Limited | Full-Time Job in Mtwara, Tanzania


Job Title.  Mechanical and Electrical Lead
Location .Mtwara ,Tanzania
Company. ITM Tanzania limited
Job Type.  Full time
About The Job
 The Mechanic & Electrical Lead is responsible for ensuring the reliable operation, maintenance, and repair of all mechanical and electrical equipment within the cashew processing facility. The role leads a maintenance team, plans preventive maintenance, responds to breakdowns, and ensures equipment efficiency to support uninterrupted production.

Responsibilities

    1. Maintenance & Technical Operations
    Maintain and repair all mechanical and electrical equipment in the factory including processing machines, conveyors, boilers, compressors, and electrical systems.
    Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical faults.
    Perform preventive and predictive maintenance according to the maintenance schedule.
    Ensure machinery is running safely and efficiently to minimize production downtime.
    Supervise installation and commissioning of new machinery.
    2. Team Leadership
    Lead, supervise, and coordinate the daily activities of the maintenance team (5 staff).
    Assign tasks and monitor performance of technicians.
    Train team members on maintenance procedures and safety practices.
    Ensure team accountability for maintenance quality and response times.
    3. Production Support
    Work closely with the Production Manager to plan maintenance activities around production schedules.
    Respond quickly to machine breakdowns during production.
    Provide technical input to improve equipment reliability and production efficiency.
    4. Maintenance Planning & Documentation
    Develop and maintain a preventive maintenance schedule.
    Keep records of maintenance work, spare parts usage, and equipment performance.
    Monitor and control maintenance costs and spare parts inventory.
    5. Safety & Compliance
    Ensure all maintenance work follows factory safety procedures.
    Maintain electrical and mechanical systems in compliance with safety regulations.
    Support implementation of occupational health and safety standards.

Requirements

    Diploma or Certificate in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Maintenance or Mechatronics
    Willing to relocate to Mtwara
    Prior experience in managing both mechanics and electrical
    Experience of more than 5 years' experience in industrial maintenance.
    Experience in food processing, agriculture processing, or manufacturing preferred.
    At least 2 year's experience supervising a maintenance team.
    Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting
    PLC or machine control knowledge (advantage)


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