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Technical Operator – Engineering
Company: East African Breweries PLC (EABL)
Location: Dar es Salaam
Additional Locations: Moshi, Mwanza
Job Type: Full-Time
Application Deadline: 26 June 2026
About the Role
The Technical Operator – Engineering is responsible for operating manufacturing machinery, ensuring efficient production, conducting routine maintenance, and maintaining quality, safety, and food safety standards within the production environment.
Key Responsibilities
Production Operations
- Operate machinery to achieve production targets at rated speed.
- Monitor machine performance and production efficiency.
- Capture operational data accurately.
Quality Control
- Carry out Quality at Source (QAS) tasks.
- Maintain required quality standards throughout production.
- Promote food safety culture and compliance.
Equipment Maintenance
- Perform CILT activities (Clean, Inspect, Lubricate, and Tighten) on assigned equipment.
- Execute maintenance tasks on assigned machinery.
- Conduct root cause analysis using 5-Why or RCPS methodologies for equipment downtime.
- Implement LOTOTO (Lock-Out-Tag-Out-Try-Out) procedures during maintenance activities.
Safety and Compliance
- Follow all safety procedures and regulations.
- Ensure safe operation of machinery.
- Maintain cleanliness of work areas.
- Complete shift hand-over reports accurately.
Performance Monitoring
- Record Short-Interval Control data.
- Monitor machine breakdowns and corrective actions.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives.
Minimum Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in:
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Process Engineering
Experience
- Minimum 1 year experience operating and maintaining manufacturing equipment.
- Experience with utilities equipment is an added advantage.
Required Skills
- Machine operation and maintenance.
- Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting.
- Quality assurance and food safety awareness.
- Preventive maintenance practices.
- Root cause analysis and problem-solving.
- Data recording and reporting.
- Workplace safety compliance.
Ideal Candidate Profile
This role is suitable for candidates who:
- Hold an engineering degree.
- Have experience in manufacturing or industrial operations.
- Enjoy hands-on technical work.
- Are comfortable working shifts and in production environments.
- Have strong attention to safety, quality, and operational efficiency.
Suitability Assessment
This position is specifically designed for engineering graduates with technical manufacturing experience. Candidates with backgrounds in:
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Process Engineering
are the strongest fit.
Candidates with qualifications in Business Administration, Community Development, Accounting, Banking, Marketing, Human Resources, or other non-engineering fields would generally not meet the minimum requirements because the role requires technical engineering knowledge and equipment maintenance experience.
Benefits of the Role
- Opportunity to work for one of East Africa’s leading manufacturing companies.
- Exposure to modern production and maintenance systems.
- Career development within a multinational organization.
- Experience in beverage manufacturing and industrial operations.
- Inclusive and diverse working environment.
Worker Type: Regular
Primary Location: Dar es Salaam
Job Posting Date: 15 June 2026
Closing Date: 26 June 2026
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