Control and Automation Technician at Coca-Cola Kwanza

Location: Mbeya, Tanzania
Job Type: Permanent
Job Category: Manufacturing
Company: Coca-Cola Kwanza (Tanzania)

Job Description:

CCBA is the 8th largest Coca-Cola authorised bottler in the world by revenue, and the largest on the continent. It accounts for over 40% of all Coca-Cola ready-to-drink beverages sold in Africa by volume. With over 14,000 employees in Africa, CCBA group services more than 800,000 customers with a host of international and local brands. CCBA group operates in 14 countries: South Africa, Kenya, Ethiopia, Uganda, Mozambique, Namibia, Tanzania, Botswana, Zambia, Eswatini, Lesotho, Malawi and the islands of Comoros and Mayotte.

Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA) presents an exciting opportunity for a Control and Automation Technician - Mbeya to join the Manufacturing team at CCBA in Mbeya, Tanzania. The role will report to Maintenance Controller.

The primary role of the technician is execution of general or specialist analyses, interpretation thereof, and resolution of problems identified by the analyses. In addition, the quality control specialist facilitates problem-solving sessions, coaches and mentors people, and carries out quality audits.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot and repair all electrical and automated machinery and related control systems
• Ensure machine uptime by improving engineering response times
• Drive loss elimination on all production lines
• Ensure daily, weekly, and monthly condition monitoring is performed
• Ensure contractors working on electrical equipment comply with all safety rules
• Ensure machine guards, safety switches, and indicators are functional
• Ensure all equipment panels are clean, dry, closed, and properly labeled
• Ensure cables are clean, secured, labeled, and properly arranged in trays
• Ensure breakers and fuses are correctly rated and functioning
• Ensure no vibrating or faulty relays/contactors in panels
• Ensure filters and panel cooling systems are clean and functional
• Ensure motors are properly labeled and records are maintained for faults and repairs
• Perform routine electrical and automation maintenance as scheduled
• Document and sign off all maintenance activities

Skills, Experience & Education:

• Computer literacy
• Good command of English
• Problem-solving skills (average or above)
• Basic understanding of bottling technology
• Knowledge of maintenance procedures
• Organizational and time management skills
• Ability to interpret manufacturing policies and systems
• Drive for results
• Teamwork and integrity
• Communication skills
• Willingness to learn and experiment
• Microsoft Office proficiency (MSD, D365 F&O)

Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Strong interpersonal and influencing skills
• Planning and organizational skills
• Innovative thinking
• Customer focus
• Result-driven mindset
• Resilience and energy
• Finance budgeting awareness and control

Education / Experience:

• Minimum HND/BSc in Electrical/Electronic or related field
• Minimum 5 years electrical/automation engineering experience in FMCG
• Advanced electrical/automation skills
• Knowledge of bottling technology
• Understanding of maintenance systems and procedures
• Experience with HMI systems (e.g., WinCC, Zenon, etc.)
• Strong integrity and teamwork mindset