Marania Farm Limited Shift Managers Jobs in Kenya

Marania Farm Limited Shift Managers Jobs in Kenya


Job Details:

  • Marania Farm is an extensive, highly productive, mixed working farm in Timau, Meru County, Kenya. Marania Farm has been in existence for about 100 years, which is owned by George Murray and his family. At the end of the First World War, George Murray drew 2,600ha around the Timau-Kisima spring on the northern slopes of Mount Kenya under the soldier settler scheme. Founded in 1914, and incorporated in 1938, the agribusiness is 100% Kenyan owned and operated. Whilst arable crops and floriculture are the primary focus, Marania Farm also manages a successful forestry programme, runs a large scale dairy herd, and supports numerous thriving community development projects.

  • We are looking for a Shift Manager to oversee operations and workers during scheduled shifts. If you’re a leader committed to quality service and have experience in our industry, we’d like to meet you. .

    Main Duties & Responsibilities:

    • Overseeing operations in the farm in the absence of Operations Manager

    • Provide direction and feedback to workers during shifts

    • Schedule employee shifts and assign duties

    • Manage time-off requests and handle last-minute absences

    • Train and coach new employees

    • Inspect equipment and communicate the need for repairs or replacements to management

    • Check cash drawers and prepare bank deposits

    • Ensure health and safety standards are followed

    Address customer and employee complaints

    • Resolve conflicts between workers

    • Foster and maintain a positive work environment

    Qualifications & Requirements:

    • Degree in business management, social sciences, economics or related field

    • Proven experience as a Shift manager, HR manager, operations manager or relevant role

    • At least 4 years’ experience is required

    • Knowledge of the industry and relevant health and safety regulations

    • Commitment to excellent service

    • Working well within a team

    • Leadership skills and ability to make decisions fast

    • Strong problem-solving aptitude

    • Ability to stand for long periods

    • Good in Computer programs such as Word/ Excel and PowerPoint

    • Team player

    How to Apply

  • Only candidates who meet the above minimum requirements should apply. Send us your application to:

  • marania@marania.co.ke so as to reach us before 5th October 2020.

  • Please indicate the position applied for on the subject line. Only shortlisted candidates will be contracted.


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