Job Title: Maintenance Manager
Location: Olam Agri Ghana
Employment Type: Full-Time
Application Deadline: 27 February 2026

Company Overview

Olam Agri Ghana is part of a leading agricultural processing group, committed to processing and adding value locally within the regions we supply. We are among the top grain millers in Africa and the #1 pasta manufacturer in Nigeria, producing a wide range of high-quality pasta, semolina, and flours for bread, baguettes, biscuits, and confectioneries.

With a strong regional presence across Nigeria, Senegal, Cameroon, and Ghana, our brands—including Mama Gold, Crown Premium Pasta, Supreme Semolina, First Choice, and Bijou—meet the rigorous standards of the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) and ISO certifications.

We build long-term relationships with customers, including artisanal bakers, industrial users, and consumers, and continuously seek ways to improve products and empower our partners. Initiatives such as My Healthy Baker (Ghana), Crown Flour Angels Programme (Nigeria), and Mamie Project (Senegal) demonstrate our commitment to community engagement and customer support.

Position Overview

Olam Agri Ghana is seeking a highly skilled and hands-on Maintenance Manager to oversee the maintenance operations of our pasta manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in maintenance management within high-capacity production environments and will play a critical role in ensuring optimal performance, equipment reliability, and safety compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, and develop the maintenance team to ensure efficient operations and minimal downtime.

• Oversee preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs for pasta production lines, utilities, and supporting equipment.

• Optimize Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), and equipment performance.

• Manage spare parts inventory, maintenance budgets, and cost control measures using SAP.

• Maintain and enhance plant utility systems, including boilers, chillers, and compressed air systems.

• Ensure compliance with safety standards, risk management protocols, and ISO 22000 food safety principles.

• Collaborate with production, quality, and engineering teams to support continuous improvement initiatives.

• Provide technical guidance for equipment upgrades, modifications, and new installations, particularly for FAVA pasta lines (highly preferred).

Educational & Professional Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Instrumentation Engineering.

• 5–7 years of experience in maintenance management within a high-capacity pasta manufacturing or similar environment.

• Hands-on experience with FAVA pasta lines is highly preferred.

• Strong technical knowledge of OEE, TCO, and equipment optimization.

• Proficiency in SAP for maintenance management, spare parts tracking, and cost control.

• Good understanding of utility systems including boilers, chillers, and compressed air.

• Strong grasp of safety standards, risk management, and ISO 22000 principles.

What We Offer

• An opportunity to work with one of Africa’s leading grain and pasta manufacturers.

• A dynamic, engaging, and professional work environment.

• Career growth opportunities across the Olam Agri regional network.

• Participation in meaningful initiatives that empower communities and customers.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV before 27 February 2026.