Location: Roo Bay Farm, Homabay
We are seeking a detail-oriented and hands-on Production Steel Supervisor to support the in ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. The role involves daily oversight of task planning, execution, and quality control on steel works. You will be responsible for coordinating project activities and managing resources, including personnel, tools, materials, and equipment. A strong focus on safety, efficiency, and team leadership is key to success in this role.
Roles & Responsibilities:
- Supervising Production Staff: Directly manage and guide production personnel, including assigning tasks, providing feedback, and addressing performance issues.
- Monitoring Production Processes: Oversee the entire production process, ensuring adherence to schedules, quality standards, and safety regulations.
- Managing Resources: Allocate resources effectively, including manpower, materials, and equipment, to optimize production flow and minimize waste.
- Ensuring Safety: Enforce strict safety guidelines, conduct risk assessments, and promote a safe working environment.
- Maintaining Quality Control: Inspect products, address quality issues, and implement measures to improve product quality.
- Problem Solving: Identify and resolve production bottlenecks, equipment malfunctions, and other issues that may disrupt the workflow.
- Training and Development: Train new employees, provide ongoing coaching, and facilitate skill development among the production team.
- Reporting and Communication: Prepare reports on production performance, communicate with upper management, and maintain accurate production records.
- Continuous Improvement: Analyze production data, identify areas for improvement, and implement strategies to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
Requirements
- Previous experience in a supervisory role within a manufacturing environment, preferably in steel production
- Specific certifications or training related to steel production or quality control may be beneficial
- Ability to lead, motivate, and manage a team effectively.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with employees, management, and other stakeholders.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address production challenges and improve processes.
- Understanding of steel production processes, equipment, and quality control procedures.
- Commitment to safety and the ability to enforce safety regulations.
- Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines.
Benefit:
- Visibility into the world’s fastest growing aquaculture company.
- Ideal for a candidate looking to dive into a mission-oriented Organization.
- The team is committed to the candidate’s success and will provide coaching, mentorship, and unique exposure to people and experiences that come from the most successful leaders in the entrepreneurial community and the social sector.
About Victory Farms
Victory Farms (VF) was established on Lake Victoria in 2016 with both on-shore and off-shore facilities. The head office is in Nairobi, and its Farm site is in Homa Bay County, with distribution across Kenya. VF has since become one of the fastest growing companies in aquaculture globally. In its first eight months of operation, the Company became the largest aquaculture producer in Kenya. Victory Farms aims to become the leading tilapia farm in Africa over the next 5 years while maintaining the highest environmental and social standards; as the most sustainable tilapia farm in the world, adhering to global standards and best practices, and producing affordable, sustainable protein to feed millions of people across Africa. Today, it is the largest commercial aquaculture player in East Africa and operates one of largest hatcheries on the continent.
The Company is continuing to rapidly expand its vertically integrated model: production, processing, and sales & distribution, to keep pace with the rapid growth in demand for protein. To support this, Victory Farms employs world class technologies, people, and processes to build its model for sustainable protein production on the continent. VF strives for the highest standards in performance, execution, culture, and integrity.
VF’s growth trajectory provides enormous opportunity for excited professionals to uplift their careers and make an impact within a diverse operation. We recognize the utmost importance which contributions by individuals and teams have to the success of Victory Farms. We work to create a fantastic environment for our employees. An environment where employees have an opportunity to develop professionally and personally.
How to Apply
Please send your CV and cover letter expressing your interest and qualifications to recruit@victoryfarmskenya.com by 12th Aug 2025, Indicate the Job Title as the email subject – Steel Construction Supervisor.
