Assistant Workshop Manager

About the role

The Assistant Workshop Manager will support workshop operations, supervise mechanics and coordinate maintenance of vehicles and machinery. Reporting to the Head of Engineering, the role ensures safe, timely repairs and quality mechanical services across all BPK divisions.

Key responsibilities

• Manage day‑to‑day operations of the mechanical section and ensure a safe working environment.
• Supervise mechanics, oversee spare parts preparation and maintain machinery across factories and tea processing plants.
• Develop and implement machinery maintenance programmes and train staff on equipment use.
• Participate in recruitment of maintenance personnel and support various company projects.
• Contribute to quality control of contractor work and material purchases.

Required profile

• BSc Mechanical Engineering (or related field) and registration with the Engineers Board of Kenya.
• At least 5 years of experience in a busy manufacturing environment and mechanical workshop operations.
• Ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision and strong team‑player attitude.

Required skills

• Mechanical engineering principles
• Workshop management and supervision
• Machinery maintenance and fault diagnosis
• Spare parts inventory management