Rijk Zwaan Tanzania is located in Arusha, Tanzania. Currently with 450+ employees. Rijk Zwaan is an international family company with a people-oriented culture. Rijk Zwaan is right at the start of the food chain. We develop vegetable varieties and sell the seeds produced from them globally.

Job Title: Motor Vehicle Mechanics (1 Post)

Reports to: Station Manager

Job Summary: 

Responsible for inspecting and repairing vehicles, machinery, and light trucks. Oversee maintenance inspections, monitor inventory, assemble mechanical components, and perform repairs.

Job Description

• Inspect vehicle engine and mechanical components to diagnose issues accurately.
• Troubleshoot reported problems and resolve them in a timely manner.
• Conduct routine maintenance and servicing work (replacing fluids, lubricating parts etc) aiming to vehicle functionality and longevity.
• Schedule future maintenance sessions and advice the driver on good vehicle use.
• Repair or replace broken or dysfunctional parts and fix issues (eg. Leaks).
• Provide accurate estimates (cost, time, effort) for repair or maintenance job.
• Building and assembling machines or mechanical components according to requirements.
• Provide consultation on correct maintenance and preventative measures to machine or vehicle users.
• Keep logs on work and issues.
• Maintain equipment and tools in good condition.

Competencies

• Understanding of the Company Business. Be a person with integrity.
• Physical and mental fitness.
• Certificate of operating industrial equipment’s, construction and roadbuilding.
• Keen on the cleaning, lubrication and maintenance of the equipment’s
• Able to follow hygiene, health and security processes and instructions
• A problem- solving ability.
• Demonstrated ability to operate in an international setting.
• Good knowledge of English (speaking) and Kiswahili (native or fluent)
• Proven experience as mechanics.
• Working knowledge of vehicle diagnostic systems and methods.
• Ability to handle various tools(e.g. pliers) and heavy equipment (e.g. lift)
• Willingness to observe all safety precautions for protections against accidents, dangerous fluids, chemicals etc.
• Pro-active, inspirational and trustworthy person.
• Work systematically and able to serve internal customers.
• Independent, self-motivated with good communicative skills.
• Possess a driving licence of class C-F.

Education and Experience

• Diploma or Certificate from any recognized Institutions, VETA, DIT, Arusha Technical College etc.
• 3 – 5 years of experience.

Status: Permanent Position.

How to Apply:

If you believe, you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the criteria given above, please submit your application letter with a detailed CV attached with relevant academic certificates to the following address;

Human Resource Manager
Rijk Zwaaan Q-Sem Ltd
P.O.Box 12345
Arusha, Tanzania.

Or at ajira@rijkzwaan.com

ajira@rijkzwaan.com

To be considered your application must be received by 15th October 2021. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.