Nafasi ya kazi :- Mechanical Technician and Senior Engineering Planner Jobs at Mbeya Cement Company Limited (2 Positions) – March 2026

Jobs at Mbeya Cement Company Limited March 2026

Mbeya Cement Company Limited, a member of Amsons Group, is currently hiring for two permanent positions at its Mbeya Plant. These roles offer the opportunity to join a high-performance team focused on innovation, sustainability, and excellence in the cement manufacturing industry.

Why Join Us?

At Mbeya Cement Company Limited, we offer the opportunity to be part of a leading force where innovation meets impact. We don’t just build materials — we build futures with equal opportunities. Join a high-performance team that values ambition, rewards excellence, and is committed to delivering sustainable solutions that shape skylines across the region. If you’re ready to grow, lead, and make a real difference, this is where you belong.

1. Mechanical Technician

Location: Mbeya Plant Contract Type: Permanent Reporting to: Team Leader

Main Responsibilities:

• Report on necessary resource and time usage, job scope expansions, rework, or deferred maintenance.
• Conduct routine Preventive Maintenance (PM) checks, including vibration and temperature monitoring on designated rotating equipment, and accurately log all readings.
• Undertake maintenance and repair of static equipment, including valves, pipework, pressure vessels, and storage tanks.
• Apply sound engineering practices and ensure compliance with standards, tolerances, and fits for all tasks (on-site and in contractor workshops).
• Conduct troubleshooting and preliminary Root Cause Analysis for equipment and machinery, identifying and formally reporting emerging issues.
• Execute all planned mechanical activities while strictly adhering to safety standards.

Qualifications:

• Education: Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience: Minimum three (3) years of relevant experience in the manufacturing or extractive industry.

Technical & Behavioral Competencies:

• Mechanical upgrading skills (Fitter, Welding, and Turning).
• Belt splicing technology (cold repair, cold and hot splicing, pulley lagging, and belt alignment).
• Bearing technology and lubrication.
• Hands-on experience with equipment.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

2. Senior Engineering Planner

Location: Mbeya Plant Contract Type: Permanent Reporting to: Planning Manager

Main Responsibilities:

• Ensure all planned jobs align with HSE standards, safety protocols, and manufacturer recommendations.
• Liaise with supervisors to confirm that planned activities are executed within allocated timelines.
• Ensure availability of all spare parts required for maintenance and repairs to avoid delays.
• Maintain proper documentation and records for all repairs and maintenance for future reference.
• Certify materials received in the warehouse for quality and quantity, ensuring only approved spare parts are used.
• Coordinate with production teams on planning major equipment overhauls (shutdowns) and maintenance downtime.
• Monitor purchase orders for spare parts or services to ensure timely delivery from the most advantageous suppliers.
• Train and support junior planners and review their outputs.
• Review contractor maintenance programs.
• Enhance equipment availability while optimizing cost management.
• Investigate incidents or recurring failures to implement corrective actions and optimize maintenance intervals.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Experience: Minimum five (5) years of relevant experience with proven background in execution and maintenance planning, preferably in heavy industry, cement, mining, or busy manufacturing.

Technical & Behavioral Competencies:

• Strong computer literacy, especially Microsoft Office (advanced Excel skills) and CMMS (Work Order systems).
• Ability to analyse engineering drawings (AutoCAD knowledge is an added advantage).
• Ability to suggest and select better tools for Preventive and Predictive Maintenance.
• Strong understanding of maintenance procedures, equipment, and troubleshooting.

How to Apply

Applicants are invited to submit the following documents via email to [email protected]. Please indicate the position applied for in the subject line of the email:

• Cover letter for the position
• Resume/CV
• Academic Certificates

Application Deadline: 30th March 2026