Technical and Electrical Engineer

About the Company

Kivu Choice is Rwanda's largest protein producer and one of the fastest-growing aquaculture companies in Africa. Founded in 2022, Kivu Choice is the sister company to Victory Farms, East Africa's leading aquaculture platform based in Kenya. The company operates a fully vertically integrated aquaculture model, encompassing hatchery operations, cage-based grow-out, processing, distribution, and sales.

Kivu Choice is one of the country's largest employers with over 700 employees and plans to grow to 1,200 employees within the next three years, reflecting its strong commitment to job creation and inclusive economic development. Over the next five years, the company aims to scale into Africa's largest and most sustainable protein producer, producing and distributing 30,000 tons of fish annually for the Rwandan market and for export across the region.

Position Overview

As a Technical and Electrical Engineer, your primary responsibilities revolve around ensuring the maintenance and repair of refrigerated storage and transport units to preserve fish quality. This role involves troubleshooting, performing preventive maintenance, and ensuring refrigeration systems operate efficiently in the company's daily operations.

Primary Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair refrigeration systems within refrigerated storage units, reefers, and cold rooms, including diagnosing electrical and mechanical issues
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair refrigerated storage units and transport refrigeration systems used in fish processing and distribution
• Perform routine and preventative maintenance to prevent breakdowns and ensure operational efficiency
• Inspect, test, and replace defective components such as compressors, condensers, and evaporators

Job Details

• Department: Maintenance
• Location: Kagano, Nyamasheke, Rwanda
• Start Date: As Soon As Possible
• Compensation: Commensurate with Experience