Maintenance Planner

About East African Breweries PLC (EABL)

EABL stands as East Africa's premier branded alcohol beverage company, boasting a diverse portfolio that includes beer, spirits, and adult non-alcoholic drinks (ANADs), positioning itself as a comprehensive adult beverage (TAB) provider. The company operates across Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania, including breweries, distilleries, related industries, and an extensive distribution network. Its growing export business extends within and beyond Eastern Africa. EABL functions within a multicultural, multinational, multi-currency framework and adheres to various regulatory, tax, and compliance conditions. It is publicly listed on the stock exchanges of Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to maintenance regulatory standards within assigned areas.
• Collaborate with maintenance leaders and craft teams to pinpoint plant underperformance issues and support corresponding improvement plans.
• Manage SAP data accuracy concerning plant and equipment configurations, maintenance protocols, task lists, and work orders in line with Diageo's Work Planning and Scheduling guidelines.
• Coordinate with Asset Care Leaders and Technicians to guarantee thorough technical assessments and planning before scheduling work requests.
• Guide and motivate store teams to enhance planning efficiency through job knitting according to EABL standards.
• Support and drive the implementation of the MMS Asset Care Strategy alongside Equipment Owners, Asset Care Technicians, and Operators.
• Lead weekly integrated Asset Care planning meetings to discuss maintenance schedules, report performance, and agree on improvement actions with stakeholders.
• Participate in Daily Operational Review meetings to present Asset Care performance and promote actions for compliance and improvement.
• Address and prioritize any non-compliance issues related to scheduled maintenance work.
• Consistently apply Leader Standard Work practices ensuring optimal use of resources, time, and materials in weekly maintenance schedules.
• Strive for continual performance enhancements through decisive action planning and execution.
• Assess spare parts inventory needs and recommend improvements in inventory control systems.
• Execute procurement activities for spares, materials, and outsourced services as per Facilities Management protocols.

Qualifications and Experience

• Hands-on experience in manufacturing or maintenance environments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proactive, methodical approach to problem-solving, preferably with knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, TPM, or Manex frameworks.
• In-depth understanding of RCPS, 5S, SUTR, and Autonomous Maintenance practices.
• Basic financial literacy, grasping business drivers and budgeting.
• Demonstrable success in maintenance management, including improving KPIs, planning efficiency, adherence, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Graduate degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or Process Engineering.
• Strong data analysis capabilities; proficient in MS Excel, Word, and systems like SAP, Harford, Orbis, STRATA, and Power BI.

Diversity and Inclusion

The company is committed to fostering an inclusive culture where all individuals are respected, valued, and can belong authentically regardless of gender, ethnicity, ability, age, social background, education, experience, or mindset. This inclusive environment supports the ambition to be among the world’s best performing and respected consumer products companies.

Additional Information

If special adjustments are needed during the application process, candidates are encouraged to specify them.

Location and Worker Type

Primary work location is Moshi, Kilimanjaro, Tanzania. The position is for a regular, full-time onsite role.