Job Vacancy: Interim Facilities Maintenance Manager

Enza Zaden Tanzania Ltd

Location: Arusha, Tanzania
Position Type: Interim Fixed-Term Contract (Initial 6 Months)
Reports To: General Manager
Eligibility: Tanzanian Nationals Only
Application Deadline: 16th August 2026

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About Enza Zaden Tanzania Ltd

Enza Zaden Tanzania Ltd is a horticultural company specializing in the production of high-quality hybrid seeds. All seeds produced in Tanzania are exported to the parent company in the Netherlands, where they undergo quality checks before being distributed worldwide under the Enza Zaden brand.

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Position Objective

Enza Zaden Tanzania Ltd is seeking an experienced Interim Facilities Maintenance Manager to provide strategic leadership and operational oversight of the company’s maintenance and facilities function during a six-month assignment.

Reporting directly to the General Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the reliability, safety, and efficiency of company facilities, including:

• Buildings
• Greenhouses
• Infrastructure
• Utilities
• Technical assets

The role requires a strong facilities leader capable of quickly integrating into the business, managing maintenance teams, coordinating contractors, driving improvement initiatives, and ensuring uninterrupted operational support.

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Key Responsibilities

Facilities & Maintenance Leadership

• Provide overall leadership and accountability for the facilities maintenance function during the interim assignment.
• Develop, implement, and improve preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs.
• Ensure maximum equipment reliability and reduced operational downtime.
• Oversee maintenance and performance improvement of:
  • Buildings
  • Greenhouses
  • Utilities
  • Irrigation systems
  • Mechanical equipment
  • Electrical installations
  • Technical infrastructure

Maintenance Strategy & Asset Management

• Develop maintenance strategies to improve asset reliability and optimize equipment lifecycle.
• Support operational excellence through effective maintenance planning and execution.
• Monitor maintenance performance using key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Analyse trends and implement corrective actions to improve efficiency and reduce equipment failures.

Team Management & Development

• Lead, coach, and supervise the maintenance team.
• Set priorities, allocate resources, and monitor team performance.
• Promote a culture of:
  • Safety
  • Accountability
  • Continuous improvement

Budget & Contractor Management

• Prepare and manage maintenance budgets.
• Ensure effective cost control while maintaining service quality.
• Manage external contractors and service providers.
• Ensure maintenance work is completed:
  • Safely
  • Efficiently
  • On schedule
  • According to quality standards

Projects, Compliance & Reporting

• Lead facility improvement, refurbishment, and infrastructure maintenance projects.
• Ensure compliance with:
  • Occupational health and safety legislation
  • Environmental standards
  • Statutory and company requirements
• Maintain accurate maintenance records.
• Provide technical reports and recommendations to senior management regarding:
  • Asset performance
  • Maintenance priorities
  • Operational improvements

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Required Qualifications & Experience

Applicants must have:

• Bachelor’s degree in:
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Building Services Engineering
  • Related engineering discipline
• Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in facilities or maintenance management.
• At least 3 years’ experience in a leadership role.
• Full registration with the Engineers Registration Board (ERB) as a Professional Engineer.
• Proven experience managing multidisciplinary technical teams in industrial or complex operational environments.
• Experience developing and implementing preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Facilities management
  • Utilities
  • Building infrastructure
  • Asset management
  • Maintenance best practices

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Required Skills & Competencies

• Experience managing maintenance budgets, contractors, and service providers.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Strong planning and stakeholder management skills.
• Effective decision-making abilities.
• Proficiency in:
  • Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)
  • Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to start work at short notice.

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What Enza Zaden Offers

The company provides:

• Competitive salary.
• Benefits package.
• Innovative working environment.

Enza Zaden values:

• Teamwork
• Entrepreneurship
• Drive
• Continuous learning and knowledge sharing
• Sustainable development
• Integrity

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Contract Information

This is an interim appointment for an initial six-month fixed-term contract.

Depending on business needs, performance, and mutual agreement, the contract may be extended for an additional period of up to six months.

Candidates available to start at short notice will receive preference.

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How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit:

1. Updated résumé (CV)
2. Cover letter

Applications should be sent via email to:

vacancies@enzazaden.co.tz

Email Subject: Interim Facilities Maintenance Manager

Deadline: 16th August 2026

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Early applications are encouraged.

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Additional Information

• This opportunity is exclusively open to Tanzanian nationals.
• Only candidates meeting the required qualifications and experience should apply.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Enza Zaden Tanzania Ltd is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds.
• Recruitment agencies responding to this advertisement are not appreciated.