Assistant Workshop Manager

Reporting to the Head of Engineering, the job holder will provide quality mechanical engineering services to internal customers effectively and safely across all BPK Divisions.

Key Responsibilities

• In charge of the day-to-day management of the mechanical section operations and management. 

• Organize a safe working environment in the workshops and other worksites.

• Provide mechanical engineering services cost effectively.

• These include maintaining machinery and equipment at the factories, contributing in design of tea processing and associated machinery and providing engineering solutions to various divisions.

• Participate in the quality control of jobs done by relevant contractors and materials being purchased.

• Supervise preparation of spare parts and equipment for all BPK divisions.

• Participate in development of machinery maintenance programmes and training of staff members on the use of the machinery.

• Participate in recruitment of maintenance and machine operating personnel in the workshops and black tea factories.

• Participate in management of various projects within the company.

• Support company/departmental initiatives and ongoing projects.

Requirements

• Bsc Mechanical Engineering.

• Registered with Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK)

• At least 5 years' experience in a busy manufacturing environment and mechanical workshop operations

• Ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision.

• Must be a team player

How to Apply

If you meet the requirements of this position, please submit an application clearly indicating the position you are applying for. Please attach a detailed CV containing your telephone contacts, e-mail address, names and contacts of three referees. Your application should reach us not later than 24 October 2026 and be addressed to: Careers.kenya@brownsplantations.co.ke