Maintenance Controller at AB InBev Tanzania

The key purpose of this role is to coordinate, coach, and oversee the activities of the Level 4 Electrical and Control & Automation (C&A) maintenance teams within the production environment. The role ensures maximum equipment availability through expert technical support, while upholding safety and maintenance standards.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

• Manage and lead the maintenance department
• Delegate and monitor work activities across the team
• Enforce standards, safety, and housekeeping protocols
• Coach and support team members through development initiatives and SCAP assessments
• Develop and track team goals aligned with plant priorities
• Conduct audits and ensure compliance with technical standards
• Support and execute continuous improvement (CI) projects
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance
• Identify and scope CAPEX UPP (Utilities, Packaging, and Process) opportunities
• Prepare and manage the Zero-Based Budget (ZBB) for maintenance; monitor compliance and risks
• Drive apprentice and artisan development with structured development plans
• Manage personal performance and career development initiatives

Maintain a Safe and Healthy Working Environment:

• Ensure compliance with all safety, health, and environmental (SHE) procedures and legislation
• Promote and uphold housekeeping and safety standards in all work areas

Ensure Reliable Plant Operation:

• Maintain, calibrate, and repair equipment to optimize plant and associated devices
• Locate plant, equipment, spares, and relevant documentation
• Plan, prepare, and execute maintenance jobs
• Drive continuous improvement of equipment, systems, and plant processes
• Operate and support process equipment as needed
• Calibrate and verify accuracy of instrumentation

Work Collaboratively in Teams:

• Communicate effectively within team environments
• Contribute to both individual and team growth and development

Apply VPO (Voyager Plant Optimization) Principles:

• Ensure all maintenance activities align with VPO standards
• Understand, implement, and comply with GOP (Global Operating Practices)
• Sustain and improve upon implemented VPO initiatives

Plant Reliability:

• Packaging Efficiencies 
• Effective process controls are in place 

Plant Performance:

• Product Quality 
• Wastage 
• IQMS parameters 
• Maintenance KPI's and PI's
• Autonomous Operations implement and sustain as per plan

ZBB Maintenance Budget:

• Prepares the allocated area ZBB Maintenance budget
• Complies to approved budget
• Highlights risk areas ahead of time

Problem Solving:

• Completed 5 why’s 
• FFA participation
• Loss and Waste analysis for top 3 equipment in assigned areas based on the 12-week view
• Ensure that artisan workstations are aligned to address the identified problem areas

Health, Safety and Environment Policies:

• Identification and closure of unsafe practices through SIO's 
• Safety inspections conducted 
• Safe maintenance practices audited 
• Adherence to PPE policies 
• Maintenance tools are in good working order 

Key Attributes and Competencies:

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and evaluation abilities
• Leadership, motivational, and coaching skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• High levels of decisiveness, judgement, and accuracy
• Strong planning, organizational, and team management capabilities
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

Minimum Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in electrical or Electro-Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience: Minimum 3 years in a supervisory role; experience in Brewing, Engineering & Facilities (E&F), or Packaging environments is advantageous.

Additional Information:
Band: VIII

ABinBev is an equal opportunity employer, and all appointments will be made in line with ABinBev employment equity plan and talent requirements. The advert has minimum requirements listed. Management reserves the right to use additional/ relevant information as criteria for short-listing.