Briquette Production Supervisor

About the role

Malindi Water & Sewerage Company (MAWASCO) is recruiting a Briquette Production Supervisor to oversee briquette production operations within its sludge-to-resource programme at the Sabaki Fecal Sludge Treatment Plant in Malindi. The post is full time and entry level.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise daily briquette production activities including carbonization, drying, mixing and pressing.
• Ensure safe handling of sludge-derived feedstock and adherence to occupational health and safety standards.
• Operate and maintain briquette production machinery and equipment.
• Monitor product quality and ensure compliance with set specifications.
• Maintain production records, inventory logs and equipment checklists.
• Train and supervise production staff and casual workers.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Production Technology, Environmental Science or a related field with at least 3 years of experience, or a diploma in one of those fields with at least 5 years of experience.
• Practical experience in briquette or biomass production.
• Strong supervisory skills, attention to detail, good communication and teamwork, integrity and a high work ethic.

Applications are made through the company's website, with a CV, academic and professional certificates, a copy of the National Identity Card and other testimonials, sent in a sealed envelope to the Managing Director by 31 August 2026.