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<p style="text-align: justify;">&nbsp;</p><p style="text-align: justify;">Job Summary</p><p style="text-align: justify;">&nbsp;</p><p style="text-align: justify;">Responsible for the technical design, engineering, fabrication support, assembly, testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and optimization of custom-built refrigeration equipment, including bespoke chillers, refrigerated display cabinets, serve-over counters, multideck displays, preparation counters, undercounter refrigeration units, and other heavy-duty commercial kitchen refrigeration systems.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">Ensures that all custom-fabricated refrigeration equipment meets the required technical specifications, cooling performance, temperature requirements, energy-efficiency targets, food-safety considerations, quality standards, and project deadlines.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">The position is responsible for translating client requirements and project drawings into practical refrigeration solutions, selecting appropriate compressors and refrigeration components, developing refrigeration layouts, coordinating with fabrication and production teams, supervising prototype development, and resolving technical issues throughout manufacturing, installation, testing, and commissioning.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">The role also provides technical support to Sales, Projects, Procurement, Production, and Service &amp; Maintenance teams, while continuously improving product reliability, fabrication methods, material utilization, and overall refrigeration performance.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">&nbsp;</p><p style="text-align: justify;">Roles &amp; Responsibilities</p><p style="text-align: justify;">&nbsp;</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Design, develop, and engineer custom refrigeration systems for heavy-duty commercial kitchen equipment, including bespoke chillers, refrigerated display cabinets, counters, showcases, preparation tables, and other made-to-order refrigeration units.</p><ul><li><p style="text-align: justify;">Select and specify suitable glass types and glazing configurations for refrigerated display cabinets, showcases, multideck displays, and other custom-built refrigeration equipment, considering thermal insulation, heat transfer, condensation prevention, visibility, safety, energy efficiency, and overall product performance.</p></li></ul><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Review client requirements, project specifications, equipment schedules, architectural drawings, shop drawings, and site conditions to develop suitable refrigeration solutions.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Prepare and review refrigeration system layouts, component specifications, piping arrangements, technical drawings, bills of materials, and fabrication requirements.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Calculate cooling loads based on product requirements, ambient conditions, product loading, cabinet dimensions, insulation, air infiltration, door openings, and required operating temperatures.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Select, size, and specify suitable compressors, condensers, evaporators, expansion valves, refrigerants, controllers, sensors, fans, filters, driers, solenoid valves, and associated refrigeration components.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Determine appropriate refrigeration configurations for chilled displays, freezer displays, remote-condensing systems, self-contained units, and other customized applications.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Work closely with fabrication, sheet-metal, stainless-steel, insulation, electrical, and assembly teams to ensure refrigeration systems are integrated correctly into custom-built equipment.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Provide technical guidance on cabinet construction, insulation thickness, thermal bridging, evaporator positioning, airflow distribution, drainage, defrost arrangements, and condensation prevention.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Develop and improve refrigeration designs, prototypes, and standard product configurations while accommodating customized client requirements.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Supervise refrigeration installation, refrigerant piping, brazing, pressure testing, evacuation, refrigerant charging, electrical connections, and system start-up in accordance with applicable safety requirements and manufacturer instructions.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Conduct and oversee performance testing to verify pull-down time, temperature stability, cooling capacity, airflow, defrost operation, condensate drainage, compressor performance, and overall system reliability.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Diagnose and resolve complex refrigeration faults, including inadequate cooling, high condensing temperatures, evaporator icing, refrigerant leaks, compressor failures, abnormal pressures, excessive energy consumption, and controller-related issues.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Perform root-cause analysis of design, fabrication, component-selection, and assembly problems and implement corrective and preventive actions.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Ensure compliance with applicable electrical, refrigeration, environmental, food-safety, and product-safety requirements, including appropriate refrigerant-handling practices.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Coordinate with Procurement and suppliers to identify suitable refrigeration components, evaluate technical alternatives, verify compatibility, and control equipment costs without compromising quality.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Prepare and maintain technical documentation, including equipment specifications, refrigeration schematics, component schedules, testing reports, commissioning records, operating parameters, and maintenance instructions.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Support Sales and Projects teams with technical consultations, feasibility assessments, product specifications, tender submissions, customer clarifications, and customized solution development.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Provide technical assistance to installation and Service &amp; Maintenance teams for complex equipment commissioning, troubleshooting, warranty issues, and recurring failures.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Evaluate new refrigeration technologies, components, refrigerants, controls, and energy-saving solutions applicable to commercial kitchen equipment.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Establish and maintain quality-control procedures for refrigeration assembly, testing, inspection, and final equipment handover.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Monitor project timelines, technical quality, material utilization, rework, fabrication defects, and refrigeration performance, implementing improvements where required.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Attend technical training programs, manufacturer workshops, and supplier demonstrations, and share relevant knowledge with production, installation, and maintenance personnel.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">&nbsp;</p><p style="text-align: justify;">Remarks</p><p style="text-align: justify;">&nbsp;</p><p style="text-align: justify;">&nbsp;</p><p style="text-align: justify;">Qualifications &amp; Educations</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Refrigeration or Air Conditioning Engineering, HVAC/R, or a closely related technical discipline; candidates holding a technical diploma with extensive hands-on experience in refrigeration system design, fabrication, assembly, testing, and commissioning may also be considered.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; A minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in commercial refrigeration engineering, preferably with direct involvement in custom-fabricated refrigeration equipment, refrigerated displays, commercial kitchen equipment manufacturing, or bespoke chiller systems.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Demonstrated experience in commercial refrigeration applications is essential.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">Skills</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Strong knowledge of commercial refrigeration systems, refrigeration cycles, thermodynamics, heat transfer, and cooling-load calculations.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Proficiency in refrigeration component selection, sizing, and compatibility assessment.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Practical understanding of compressors, condensers, evaporators, expansion devices, refrigerants, refrigeration controls, and electrical components.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Ability to interpret and prepare engineering drawings, refrigeration schematics, equipment layouts, and bills of materials.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Familiarity with CAD software, such as AutoCAD or equivalent engineering design tools.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Knowledge of temperature controllers, thermostats, sensors, defrost systems, electronic expansion valves, and refrigeration control logic.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Strong diagnostic, troubleshooting, testing, and root-cause analysis skills.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Understanding of stainless-steel fabrication, insulation, cabinet construction, airflow management, and integration of refrigeration systems into customized equipment.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Knowledge of refrigeration performance testing, quality assurance, commissioning, and preventive maintenance requirements.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Strong technical documentation, planning, communication, and coordination skills.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">&nbsp;</p><p style="text-align: justify;">&nbsp;</p><p style="text-align: justify;">Abilities</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Ability to independently develop practical refrigeration solutions for customized commercial kitchen equipment.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Ability to convert client requirements and design concepts into technically sound, manufacturable refrigeration systems.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Ability to calculate cooling loads and select suitable refrigeration components for different operating conditions and applications.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Ability to identify and resolve complex refrigeration problems during design, fabrication, assembly, installation, and commissioning.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Ability to work effectively with production technicians, fabricators, electricians, designers, suppliers, project engineers, and customers.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Ability to balance refrigeration performance, reliability, energy efficiency, manufacturing feasibility, and project cost.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Ability to manage multiple customized projects while maintaining technical accuracy and delivery schedules.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Ability to provide hands-on technical supervision and transfer knowledge to fabrication, installation, and maintenance teams.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Ability to work independently, exercise sound technical judgment, and recommend design improvements.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">&nbsp;</p><p style="text-align: justify;">Additional Requirements</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Willingness to travel within the UAE, GCC, and internationally for site inspections, commissioning, technical training, and supplier coordination.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Proficiency in AutoCAD or equivalent technical drawing software is preferred.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Experience with ERP systems, engineering documentation platforms, and Microsoft Office applications is an advantage.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Familiarity with applicable refrigeration safety standards, refrigerant-handling regulations, and commercial equipment requirements in the UAE and GCC.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Experience with energy-efficient refrigeration systems and lower-global-warming-potential refrigerants is an advantage.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Practical experience in custom chiller or refrigerated display fabrication is strongly preferred.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Experience working with commercial kitchen manufacturers, food-service equipment fabricators, supermarket refrigeration suppliers, or specialist refrigeration contractors is highly desirable.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Lebanese nationality is preferred where suitable candidates are available; however, all nationalities will be considered based on relevant experience, technical competency, and suitability for the role.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Valid driving licence and relevant professional certifications are an advantage.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">&nbsp;</p><p style="text-align: justify;">Work Environment</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Primarily based in a commercial kitchen equipment manufacturing, fabrication, or assembly facility, with time allocated to the engineering office and production workshop.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Regular interaction with refrigeration technicians, sheet-metal fabricators, electricians, production supervisors, suppliers, and project teams.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; May require visits to client premises, commercial kitchens, restaurants, hotels, supermarkets, catering facilities, and project sites.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Exposure to air-conditioned offices, manufacturing workshops, fabrication areas, refrigeration testing facilities, and operational commercial kitchen environments.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; May involve occasional work in refrigerated rooms, chilled display testing areas, and other temperature-controlled environments.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Work may require schedule flexibility to support critical production deadlines, testing, installation, and commissioning activities.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">&nbsp;</p><p style="text-align: justify;">&nbsp;</p><p style="text-align: justify;">Physical Demand</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Ability to stand, walk, and move around manufacturing workshops, equipment assembly areas, and project sites for extended periods.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Ability to inspect refrigeration equipment, access service compartments, and work in confined or restricted spaces where safe and necessary.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Ability to handle or assist with the movement of tools, instruments, and refrigeration components in accordance with safe manual-handling procedures.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Ability to use appropriate testing instruments and hand tools for inspection, troubleshooting, assembly supervision, and commissioning.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Adequate vision and hearing, with corrective aids where necessary, to perform technical inspections, read instruments, review drawings, and communicate effectively.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Ability to work safely around electrical equipment, refrigerants, pressurized systems, hot-work activities, and moving machinery, subject to appropriate training and protective equipment.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Ability to travel to different project sites and work locations as required.</p>

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES: <br> <br>Strategic & Operational Leadership <br>o Develop and implement departmental operational plans aligned with company objectives. <br>o Translate project requirements into production and installation targets. <br>o Set performance standards and KPIs for steel and aluminum operations. <br>o Ensure coordination between workshop, site, engineering, and logistics functions. <br> <br>Production, Fabrication & Installation Management <br>o Plan, organize, and supervise steel and aluminum fabrication and installation activities. <br>o Approve production schedules and resource allocation. <br>o Ensure optimal utilization of manpower, machinery, and materials. <br>o Monitor productivity and workflow efficiency. <br> <br>Quality Management & Technical Control <br>o Ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and standards. <br>o Enforce workmanship and finishing quality requirements. <br>o Lead rectification and corrective action processes. <br>o Support inspections and client approvals. <br> <br>Team Leadership & Development <br>o Lead technicians, supervisors, assistants, and laborers. <br>o Approve training and development plans. <br>o Conduct performance evaluations. <br>o Enforce discipline and ethical conduct. <br>o Build a performance-driven culture. <br> <br>Asset, Equipment & Material Control <br>o Oversee maintenance of machinery and fabrication equipment. <br>o Ensure proper handling and storage of materials. <br>o Monitor inventory usage and material losses. <br>o Approve major equipment repair and replacement needs. <br> <br>Financial & Cost Management <br>o Prepare and manage departmental budgets. <br>o Monitor production costs, wastage, and variances. <br>o Implement cost-optimization initiatives. <br>o Coordinate with Finance on cost reporting. <br> <br>Coordination Reporting & Governance <br>o Coordinate with Engineering, Projects, Procurement, and Logistics. <br>o Participate in project planning and review meetings. <br>o Prepare consolidated performance and cost reports. <br>o Escalate major operational risks to management <br> <br>Continuous Improvement & Innovation <br>o Promote productivity and process improvement initiatives. <br>o Introduce best practices in fabrication and installation. <br>o Support technology and system upgrades. <br> <br>REQUIRED COMPETENCIES: <br>o Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Mechanical, Industrial, or related Engineering field (preferred). <br>o Minimum 5–7 years’ experience in steel and aluminum fabrication. <br>o At least 2–3 years in a supervisory or managerial role. <br>o Proven experience in project delivery and team leadership. <br>o Advanced knowledge of steel and aluminum fabrication systems. <br>o Strong ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications. <br>o Understanding of production planning and quality systems. <br>o Knowledge of QHSE and ISO standards. <br>o Familiarity with workshop machinery and tooling

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES: <br> <br>Strategic & Operational Leadership <br>o Develop and implement departmental operational plans aligned with company objectives. <br>o Translate project requirements into production and installation targets. <br>o Set performance standards and KPIs for steel and aluminum operations. <br>o Ensure coordination between workshop, site, engineering, and logistics functions. <br> <br>Production, Fabrication & Installation Management <br>o Plan, organize, and supervise steel and aluminum fabrication and installation activities. <br>o Approve production schedules and resource allocation. <br>o Ensure optimal utilization of manpower, machinery, and materials. <br>o Monitor productivity and workflow efficiency. <br> <br>Quality Management & Technical Control <br>o Ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and standards. <br>o Enforce workmanship and finishing quality requirements. <br>o Lead rectification and corrective action processes. <br>o Support inspections and client approvals. <br> <br>Team Leadership & Development <br>o Lead technicians, supervisors, assistants, and laborers. <br>o Approve training and development plans. <br>o Conduct performance evaluations. <br>o Enforce discipline and ethical conduct. <br>o Build a performance-driven culture. <br> <br>Asset, Equipment & Material Control <br>o Oversee maintenance of machinery and fabrication equipment. <br>o Ensure proper handling and storage of materials. <br>o Monitor inventory usage and material losses. <br>o Approve major equipment repair and replacement needs. <br> <br>Financial & Cost Management <br>o Prepare and manage departmental budgets. <br>o Monitor production costs, wastage, and variances. <br>o Implement cost-optimization initiatives. <br>o Coordinate with Finance on cost reporting. <br> <br>Coordination Reporting & Governance <br>o Coordinate with Engineering, Projects, Procurement, and Logistics. <br>o Participate in project planning and review meetings. <br>o Prepare consolidated performance and cost reports. <br>o Escalate major operational risks to management <br> <br>Continuous Improvement & Innovation <br>o Promote productivity and process improvement initiatives. <br>o Introduce best practices in fabrication and installation. <br>o Support technology and system upgrades. <br> <br>REQUIRED COMPETENCIES: <br>o Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Mechanical, Industrial, or related Engineering field (preferred). <br>o Minimum 5–7 years’ experience in steel and aluminum fabrication. <br>o At least 2–3 years in a supervisory or managerial role. <br>o Proven experience in project delivery and team leadership. <br>o Advanced knowledge of steel and aluminum fabrication systems. <br>o Strong ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications. <br>o Understanding of production planning and quality systems. <br>o Knowledge of QHSE and ISO standards. <br>o Familiarity with workshop machinery and tooling

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES: <br> <br>Strategic & Operational Leadership <br>o Develop and implement departmental operational plans aligned with company objectives. <br>o Translate project requirements into production and installation targets. <br>o Set performance standards and KPIs for steel and aluminum operations. <br>o Ensure coordination between workshop, site, engineering, and logistics functions. <br> <br>Production, Fabrication & Installation Management <br>o Plan, organize, and supervise steel and aluminum fabrication and installation activities. <br>o Approve production schedules and resource allocation. <br>o Ensure optimal utilization of manpower, machinery, and materials. <br>o Monitor productivity and workflow efficiency. <br> <br>Quality Management & Technical Control <br>o Ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and standards. <br>o Enforce workmanship and finishing quality requirements. <br>o Lead rectification and corrective action processes. <br>o Support inspections and client approvals. <br> <br>Team Leadership & Development <br>o Lead technicians, supervisors, assistants, and laborers. <br>o Approve training and development plans. <br>o Conduct performance evaluations. <br>o Enforce discipline and ethical conduct. <br>o Build a performance-driven culture. <br> <br>Asset, Equipment & Material Control <br>o Oversee maintenance of machinery and fabrication equipment. <br>o Ensure proper handling and storage of materials. <br>o Monitor inventory usage and material losses. <br>o Approve major equipment repair and replacement needs. <br> <br>Financial & Cost Management <br>o Prepare and manage departmental budgets. <br>o Monitor production costs, wastage, and variances. <br>o Implement cost-optimization initiatives. <br>o Coordinate with Finance on cost reporting. <br> <br>Coordination Reporting & Governance <br>o Coordinate with Engineering, Projects, Procurement, and Logistics. <br>o Participate in project planning and review meetings. <br>o Prepare consolidated performance and cost reports. <br>o Escalate major operational risks to management <br> <br>Continuous Improvement & Innovation <br>o Promote productivity and process improvement initiatives. <br>o Introduce best practices in fabrication and installation. <br>o Support technology and system upgrades. <br> <br>REQUIRED COMPETENCIES: <br>o Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Mechanical, Industrial, or related Engineering field (preferred). <br>o Minimum 5–7 years’ experience in steel and aluminum fabrication. <br>o At least 2–3 years in a supervisory or managerial role. <br>o Proven experience in project delivery and team leadership. <br>o Advanced knowledge of steel and aluminum fabrication systems. <br>o Strong ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications. <br>o Understanding of production planning and quality systems. <br>o Knowledge of QHSE and ISO standards. <br>o Familiarity with workshop machinery and tooling

This job is in Congo <br> <br>A Lebanese resident in Lubumbashi, DR Congo, is looking for an experienced Lebanese Private Chef to manage all daily cooking and kitchen operations in a private residence. <br> <br>Key Responsibilities: <br> <br>* Prepare daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner. <br>* Prepare healthy, balanced, and varied meals, with a focus on Lebanese and international cuisine. <br>* Plan weekly menus and ensure meal variety. <br>* Manage grocery shopping and purchase all necessary food items and household kitchen supplies. <br>* Maintain fully stocked refrigerators, freezers, and pantry at all times, ensuring that essential items never run out. <br>* Monitor food freshness, quality, storage, and expiration dates. <br>* Maintain excellent kitchen cleanliness, hygiene, and organization. <br>* Take full responsibility for kitchen inventory and supplies. <br> <br>Requirements: <br> <br>* Lebanese nationality. <br>* Minimum 5 years of professional cooking experience; 5–10 years preferred. <br>* Strong knowledge of Lebanese cuisine and healthy cooking. <br>* Excellent organizational and grocery management skills. <br>* Reliable, responsible, discreet, and detail-oriented. <br> <br>Working Conditions: <br> <br>* Private household position with a comfortable, low-pressure working environment. <br>* No restaurant operations or high-volume cooking. <br>* Accommodation, meals, and living expenses provided by the employer. <br>* Competitive monthly salary of USD 2,000–2,500, depending on experience. <br> <br>Interested candidates are invited to send their CV and relevant experience via private message

Duties and Responsibilities <br>1. Security Operations Management <br>• Direct and coordinate all security activities across assigned locations. <br>• Develop and manage duty rosters, staff deployment plans, patrol schedules, and shift handovers to ensure adequate security coverage. <br>• Oversee access control processes for employees, members, guests, tenants, contractors, and visitors. <br>• Ensure effective implementation of patrol and asset protection measures to identify and mitigate security risks. <br>• Supervise the operation of CCTV systems, control room activities, and alarm management processes. <br>• Coordinate security arrangements for special events, VIP visits, and high-traffic periods. <br>2. Incident Management and Emergency Response <br>• Ensure all incidents, accidents, complaints, and security breaches are promptly addressed, investigated, documented, and reported. <br>• Lead the security team’s response to emergencies, including fire alarms, medical incidents, evacuations, and other crisis situations. <br>• Coordinate with emergency services and external authorities when required. <br>• Ensure emergency procedures, evacuation plans, and security protocols are effectively implemented and regularly reviewed. <br>• Conduct security drills and ensure team readiness for emergency situations. <br>3. Team Leadership and Development <br>• Lead, coach, and develop Security Supervisors, CCTV Operators, and Security Guards. <br>• Monitor team performance and ensure compliance with company standards, policies, and procedures. <br>• Conduct regular briefings, shift handovers, and performance discussions. <br>• Identify training needs and support the continuous development of the security team. <br>• Prepare and lead on job training (regularly) <br>• Promote a culture of professionalism, accountability, discipline, and teamwork. <br>4. Compliance, Safety, and Risk Management <br>• Ensure compliance with company policies, security procedures, legal requirements, and health and safety regulations. <br>• Conduct regular security inspections, risk assessments, and vulnerability reviews across all sites. <br>• Monitor the condition and functionality of security equipment, access control systems, CCTV infrastructure, and safety devices. <br>• Maintain accurate security records, reports, logs, and documentation. <br>• Recommend and implement corrective and preventive actions to reduce operational risks. <br>5. Stakeholder Coordination and Service Excellence <br>• Maintain effective communication and coordination with Operations, Maintenance, Human Resources, and other departments. <br>• Build and maintain professional relationships with members, tenants, visitors, contractors, and external stakeholders. <br>• Support operational needs while ensuring security requirements are consistently met. <br>• Enforce company rules and operational policies fairly, consistently, and professionally. <br>• Promote a security culture that balances safety, professionalism, and customer service. <br>Compliance <br>Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures, applicable laws and regulations, and maintain confidentiality when handling security-related information, investigations, reports, and sensitive data

Job Title: Boutique Sales Associate <br>Location: Beirut – Badaro <br>Employment Type: Full-Time <br>Industry: Retail / Fashion / Boutique <br>About the Role <br>We are seeking a warm, dynamic, and sales-driven Boutique Sales Associate to join our team at our boutique located in the heart of Badaro. <br>In this role, you will be the face of our boutique, welcoming customers, providing personalized styling and shopping advice, and creating memorable, high-touch retail experiences that keep clients coming back. <br>Key Responsibilities <br> Welcome visitors warmly and deliver exceptional, personalized customer service. <br> Understand product offerings in detail to guide customers, offer styling tips, and close sales naturally. <br> Maintain the aesthetic presentation, visual merchandising, and cleanliness of the boutique. <br> Assist with inventory intake, tagging, stock checks, and restocking display shelves. <br> Handle daily POS transactions, cash/card reconciliations, and customer inquiries via WhatsApp or phone. <br>Requirements & Qualifications <br> Proven retail sales or customer service experience (preferably in fashion, lifestyle, or boutique retail). <br> Strong communication and interpersonal skills with an approachable, polished demeanor. <br> Fluency in English and Arabic; French is a strong plus. <br> High sense of responsibility, punctuality, and attention to visual detail. <br> Living in or near Badaro / Achrafieh / surrounding Beirut areas is preferred. <br>Working Hours <br> Monday to Saturday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM <br> Sunday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM <br>(One scheduled weekday off per week) <br>Compensation & Benefits <br> Base Salary: $600 net per month <br> Performance Bonus: Up to $300 quarterly, tied to sales targets and performance <br> Friendly, creative, and welcoming work environment

Job Scope: the Control room technician is responsible to monitor and operate control systems, including building management systems (BMS), fire alarm control panels (FACP), SCADA and other critical infrastructure systems. In addition the control room technician should ensure safe, efficient and compliant functioning of technical systems through real-time monitoring, emergency response and coordination with maintenance and operational teams. <br> <br>Keu activities and responsibilities: <br>System Monitoring and Operation <br>• Continuously monitor BMS software and FACP systems for alarms, irregularities, and operational data <br>• Report and escalate emergency situations or technical issues related to fire, MV (Medium Voltage), elevators, plumbing, HVAC, and other building systems to the Control Room Team Leader and relevant teams <br>• Ensure accurate backup and achieving system data and logs across BMS, FACP, and metering systems <br> <br>Energy Efficiency and Control <br>• Implement energy-saving measures via the BMS as directed, ensuring changes are controlled, recorded, and verified <br>• Coordinate closely with the Team Leader to ensure proper execution and documentation of these initiatives <br> <br>Reporting and Documentation <br>• Maintain accurate and detailed logs of all interventions, alarms, and adjustments made through the BMS and related systems <br>• Generate statistical reports and summaries on BMS activities, energy usage, and performance metrics <br>• Keep up-to-date equipment history records in the system to support preventive and corrective maintenance plans <br> <br>Emergency and Incident Management <br>• Maintain high alertness to technical emergencies, particularly involving life safety or critical infrastructure <br>• Support emergency response efforts, ensuring that relevant departments and external responders are informed and able to act swiftly <br> <br>Compliance and Quality Control <br>• Identify and report non-compliance with operational standards or system irregularities to the team leader or related parties <br>• Propose recommendations to address inefficiencies, procedural gaps, or recurring technical issues <br> <br>Process Improvement <br>• Participate in control room workflow reviews and suggest enhancements to system operations, monitoring processes, or data handling practices <br>• Contribute to ongoing efforts to improve system uptime, alarm accuracy, and operational efficiency. <br> <br>Stakeholders Relationship <br>• Maintain strong relationships with internal departments and ensure constant cooperation for successful initiatives <br>• Work closely and positively with other technicians, supervisors, and other departments to coordinate maintenance activities and resolve issues <br> <br>Others <br>• Stay up to date with the latest development and best practices in the technical field and implement the newest techniques <br>• Ensure compliance with the authority matrix, code of conduct and HR policies <br>• Perform other technical duties relating to plumbing, HVAC, safety and general services in case of emergency <br>• Perform other job-related duties as assigned and based on business need

Summary: <br>We are looking for a Junior Community Officer who will play a pivotal role in coordinating and supporting a wide range of events and managing coworking space bookings within our BDD community. This individual will be responsible for managing event logistics, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders, and ensuring the seamless execution of events, while maintaining smooth occupancy management and a welcoming, productive environment for all members. <br>Responsibilities: <br>Space & Events <br>• Greet and welcome BDD community members and their visitors to the space, maintaining a professional and hospitable atmosphere at all times. <br>• Coordinate the events calendar in collaboration with the logistics team, ensuring all events are properly planned, scheduled, and supported. <br>• Assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of community events, ensuring they run smoothly and align with the needs of tenants and stakeholders. <br>• Monitor events taking place within the community space, addressing any issues that arise and ensuring a seamless experience. <br>• Handle event equipment and AV systems, including setup, operation, and breakdown, and troubleshoot any technical issues. <br>• Report any damages, maintenance issues, or incidents promptly to the appropriate personnel. <br>• Track and report on key community metrics, including event attendance, space utilization, and occupancy rates. <br>• Prepare accurate and timely quotations for space bookings, event packages, and membership inquiries. <br>• Perform any additional tasks requested by management. <br>Community <br>• Support the booking and scheduling of coworking spaces, meeting rooms, board rooms, virtual offices, and the sports court, including handling keys and ensuring availability and cleanliness. <br>• Support the full sales cycle for BDD Virtual Offices, meeting rooms, and co-working memberships, including renewals and collection. <br>• Conduct campus tours for prospective members and visitors, presenting the space in its best light and answering inquiries. <br>• Serve as a point of contact for community members, addressing inquiries, concerns, and suggestions in a timely and professional manner. <br>• Maintain accurate records of event activity, space bookings, and member interactions using the relevant management systems. <br>• Assist the Community Management Supervisors with day-to-day activities as and when needed, including administrative tasks, scheduling, research, and preparation of reports. <br> <br>Qualifications: <br>• Bachelor’s degree in Event Management, Business Administration, Hospitality, or a related field. <br>• Previous experience in customer service, event coordination, or space management is a plus. <br>• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and meet deadlines. <br>• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with team members and stakeholders. <br>• Detail-oriented mindset and proactive attitude. <br>• Proficiency in MS Office Suite; experience with property management or booking software is an advantage. <br>• Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends as required by event schedules. <br>• The standard schedule is from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM, with two Saturdays per month

Key Responsibilities <br>Coffee Shop Operations <br>• Manage the day-to-day operations of Kahawa coffee shops across all locations. <br>• Ensure consistent product quality, service standards, cleanliness, presentation, and customer experience. <br>• Establish and maintain operating procedures and service standards. <br>• Conduct regular branch visits and ensure operational issues are addressed promptly. <br>• Ensure equipment, coffee machines, kitchen equipment, and facilities are properly maintained. <br>Sales & Business Development <br>• Develop initiatives to increase customer traffic, average spending, and overall sales. <br>• Monitor branch sales performance and identify opportunities for improvement. <br>• Support promotions, new products, seasonal offers, and customer-engagement initiatives. <br>• Develop opportunities for corporate customers, catering, delivery, and other additional revenue channels. <br>• Monitor competitors and market trends within Lubumbashi. <br>Manpower Management <br>• Manage baristas, cashiers, service staff, kitchen employees, supervisors, and other coffee-shop personnel. <br>• Prepare manpower schedules according to operational requirements. <br>• Train and coach employees on customer service, product knowledge, selling techniques, hygiene, and operational standards. <br>• Monitor employee performance, attendance, productivity, and discipline. <br>• Build a strong service-oriented culture across Kahawa locations. <br>Procurement & Inventory <br>• Coordinate purchasing of coffee, food ingredients, packaging, beverages, consumables, and operating supplies. <br>• Maintain appropriate inventory levels while minimizing shortages, waste, and overstocking. <br>• Monitor suppliers, purchasing prices, product quality, and delivery performance. <br>• Control stock movements, wastage, expiry, and consumption. <br>Cost & Financial Control <br>• Monitor sales, food and beverage costs, labor costs, wastage, and operational expenses. <br>• Work toward improving profitability at both branch and overall business level. <br>• Monitor cash-control procedures and ensure proper reconciliation of daily sales. <br>• Prepare and review operational and sales reports. <br>Customer Experience <br>• Ensure customers receive professional, welcoming, and consistent service. <br>• Handle customer complaints and ensure appropriate corrective actions. <br>• Develop initiatives to increase customer loyalty and repeat business. <br>• Maintain the image and positioning of Kahawa as a quality coffee-shop brand in Lubumbashi. <br>Education & Experience <br>• Bachelor's degree or relevant professional qualification in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, Food & Beverage Management, or related field preferred. <br>• Preferably 5+ years of experience in coffee shops, restaurants, cafés, bakery cafés, or food & beverage operations. <br>• Previous experience managing multiple locations or branches is strongly preferred. <br>• Experience in purchasing, inventory management, manpower planning, and sales development is highly desirable. <br>• Previous experience in Africa or multicultural environments would be an advantage. <br>Knowledge & Skills <br>• Strong coffee-shop / restaurant operations knowledge. <br>• Strong people-management and leadership capability. <br>• Good understanding of food and beverage cost control. <br>• Strong purchasing and inventory-management skills. <br>• Commercial mindset with focus on sales growth and profitability. <br>• Strong customer-service orientation. <br>• Ability to analyze operational and sales performance. <br>• Hands-on problem-solving capability. <br>• Ability to work independently and manage several locations simultaneously. <br>• Good communication and interpersonal skills. <br>• French and/or English proficiency appropriate for the Lubumbashi operating environment

Position summary <br> Maintenance Manager to lead maintenance across the Group's operating companies and properties. Fluent English is essential, and a mechanical engineering background is preferred. <br> <br> <br>Job title <br>Maintenance Manager <br>Location: Sin El Fil - Lebanon <br>Employment type <br>Full-time <br>Language <br>English (spoken and written) is essential <br>Preferred background <br>Mechanical engineering <br>Purpose of the role <br>The Maintenance Manager keeps the Group's buildings, utilities, mechanical and electrical systems and equipment safe, reliable and cost-controlled. The role prevents avoidable breakdowns, responds fast when something does fail, and leads the technical team and contractors that do the work. <br>Key responsibilities <br>• Preventive maintenance: Build and run a planned maintenance schedule for HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, generators, pumps, lifts, fire systems and other equipment, and keep an asset register up to date. <br>• Corrective maintenance: Set response times for breakdowns and emergencies, find root causes, and make sure repairs are done correctly and on time. <br>• Team leadership: Recruit, train, schedule and supervise technicians and supervisors, and set clear performance targets. <br>• Vendors and contractors: Select, negotiate with and manage external contractors and suppliers; control the quality, cost and timing of their work through service agreements. <br>• Budget and cost control: Prepare the annual maintenance budget, track spending against it, and propose savings such as energy efficiency and spare-parts planning. <br>• Spare parts and inventory: Keep the right spares and consumables in stock, and approve purchases within agreed limits. <br>• Health, safety and compliance: Enforce safe working practices, permits to work and statutory inspections, and meet Lebanese regulations and the Group's safety standards. <br>• Projects and improvements: Support fit-outs, renovations and equipment replacements with technical input, specifications and site supervision. <br>• Reporting: Report to management on maintenance KPIs such as downtime, completed preventive tasks, response times, costs and open risks. <br>Requirements <br>Fluent English is the one hard requirement; a mechanical engineering degree is a strong advantage but not mandatory. <br>Essential <br>• Fluent English, spoken and written. Reports, vendor correspondence and CVs are in English. <br>• At least 7 years of experience in maintenance or facilities management, including at least 3 years leading a technical team. <br>• Hands-on knowledge of building and equipment maintenance: HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems and generators. <br>• Proven experience managing contractors, service contracts and a maintenance budget. <br>• Good knowledge of workplace health and safety practice. <br>• Competent in Microsoft Office and comfortable using maintenance management software. <br>Preferred <br>• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (or a closely related engineering field). <br>• Membership of the Order of Engineers and Architects in Lebanon. <br>• Experience with a CMMS (computerized maintenance management system) and asset management. <br>• Experience in hospitality, real estate or multi-site operations. <br>• Professional certification such as CMRP, FMP, NEBOSH or IOSH. <br>• Working knowledge of Arabic, to communicate with technicians and local suppliers. <br>Key competencies <br>• Technical problem solving and root-cause analysis <br>• Planning and prioritization under pressure <br>• Leadership and team development <br>• Negotiation and vendor management <br>• Budget discipline and cost awareness <br>• Clear written and spoken communication in English <br>• Safety-first mindset and attention to detail <br>How to apply <br>Send your CV in English to vision.servo@gmail.com with the subject line "Maintenance Manager – Your Full Name". Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Job Purpose <br>The Senior Warehouse Manager is responsible for the overall management and performance of the Central Warehouse in Hadath, ensuring the efficient receiving, storage, stock, order preparation, and distribution of all company inventory. <br>The role oversees all warehouse operations across multiple storage categories, including Raw Materials, Packaging Materials, FMCG Supermarket Products, Fresh & Frozen Products, Non-Food Items, Operational Supplies, and Company Assets, ensuring inventory accuracy, product quality, operational efficiency, and compliance with company policies and food safety standards. <br>The Senior Warehouse Manager leads warehouse personnel, optimizes warehouse capacity and productivity, maintains inventory integrity, and ensures the timely and accurate replenishment of all company branches and operational departments. The role works closely with Procurement, Production, Quality Assurance, Inventory Control, Logistics, Finance, and Branch Operations to support uninterrupted business operations and achieve the company's operational objectives. <br>Scope of Responsibility <br>The Senior Warehouse Manager is responsible for the management and control of all warehouse areas, including but not limited to: <br>• Raw Materials Warehouse <br>• Packaging Materials Warehouse <br>• FMCG & Supermarket Products Warehouse <br>• Chilled Storage <br>• Frozen Storage <br>• Dry Storage <br>• Non-Food Items Warehouse <br>• Cleaning Chemicals Storage <br>• Returned Goods Area <br>• Dispatch & Staging Area <br> <br>Main Responsibilities <br>Warehouse Operations <br>• Direct and oversee all warehouse operations across all storage categories. <br>• Ensure the efficient receipt, storage, replenishment, picking, packing, and dispatch of all products. <br>• Develop and implement warehouse policies, procedures, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). <br>• Optimize warehouse space utilization while maintaining product accessibility and safety. <br>• Ensure products are stored under the required environmental and temperature conditions. <br>• Monitor warehouse productivity and implement continuous improvement initiatives. <br>Inventory Management <br>• Maintain accurate inventory records for all product categories. <br>• Ensure all inventory movements are recorded accurately in the ERP system. <br>• Monitor stock levels and coordinate replenishment requirements. <br>• Lead cycle counts and annual physical inventories. <br>• Investigate inventory discrepancies and implement corrective actions. <br>• Ensure FIFO and FEFO principles are consistently applied where applicable. <br> <br>Receiving & Dispatch <br>• Oversee the receiving of products from local and international suppliers. <br>• Ensure all incoming goods are inspected and verified against purchase orders and delivery documents. <br>• Ensure timely preparation and dispatch of branch orders and internal transfers. <br>• Monitor loading activities to ensure accuracy and prevent product damage. <br> <br>Team Leadership <br>• Lead, mentor, and develop warehouse managers, supervisors, storekeepers, inventory controllers, and warehouse staff. <br>• Allocate resources effectively to meet operational demands. <br>• Conduct performance evaluations and identify training and development needs. <br>• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement. <br> <br>Quality, Food Safety & Compliance <br>• Ensure compliance with HACCP, GMP, company quality standards, and regulatory requirements. <br>• Maintain warehouse cleanliness and organization. <br>• Ensure proper product traceability and stock rotation. <br>• Support internal and external audits and implement corrective actions. <br> <br>Health & Safety <br>• Promote a safe working environment and ensure compliance with occupational health and safety regulations. <br>• Ensure warehouse equipment is properly maintained and operated safely. <br>• Conduct regular warehouse safety inspections. <br> <br>Reporting & Performance <br>• Monitor warehouse KPIs and prepare regular operational reports. <br>• Analyze warehouse performance and recommend process improvements. <br>• Manage warehouse operating costs while maintaining service levels

Job Purpose <br>The Coffee Shop Operations Manager will be responsible for reviving, developing, and managing Kahawa's coffee shop operations across multiple locations in Lubumbashi, Likasi and Kolwezi in the Democratic Republic of Congo <br>The position will have overall responsibility for daily operations, manpower, customer service, sales performance, purchasing, inventory, cost control, and the consistent implementation of Kahawa's service and product standards. <br>The role requires a hands-on manager with strong operational and commercial capabilities who can improve existing operations, strengthen the Kahawa brand, increase sales, control costs, and build a reliable and customer-focused team. <br>Key Responsibilities <br>Coffee Shop Operations <br>• Manage the day-to-day operations of Kahawa coffee shops across all locations. <br>• Ensure consistent product quality, service standards, cleanliness, presentation, and customer experience. <br>• Establish and maintain operating procedures and service standards. <br>• Conduct regular branch visits and ensure operational issues are addressed promptly. <br>• Ensure equipment, coffee machines, kitchen equipment, and facilities are properly maintained. <br>Sales & Business Development <br>• Develop initiatives to increase customer traffic, average spending, and overall sales. <br>• Monitor branch sales performance and identify opportunities for improvement. <br>• Support promotions, new products, seasonal offers, and customer-engagement initiatives. <br>• Develop opportunities for corporate customers, catering, delivery, and other additional revenue channels. <br>• Monitor competitors and market trends within Lubumbashi. <br>Manpower Management <br>• Manage baristas, cashiers, service staff, kitchen employees, supervisors, and other coffee-shop personnel. <br>• Prepare manpower schedules according to operational requirements. <br>• Train and coach employees on customer service, product knowledge, selling techniques, hygiene, and operational standards. <br>• Monitor employee performance, attendance, productivity, and discipline. <br>• Build a strong service-oriented culture across Kahawa locations. <br>Procurement & Inventory <br>• Coordinate purchasing of coffee, food ingredients, packaging, beverages, consumables, and operating supplies. <br>• Maintain appropriate inventory levels while minimizing shortages, waste, and overstocking. <br>• Monitor suppliers, purchasing prices, product quality, and delivery performance. <br>• Control stock movements, wastage, expiry, and consumption. <br>Cost & Financial Control <br>• Monitor sales, food and beverage costs, labor costs, wastage, and operational expenses. <br>• Work toward improving profitability at both branch and overall business level. <br>• Monitor cash-control procedures and ensure proper reconciliation of daily sales. <br>• Prepare and review operational and sales reports. <br>Customer Experience <br>• Ensure customers receive professional, welcoming, and consistent service. <br>• Handle customer complaints and ensure appropriate corrective actions. <br>• Develop initiatives to increase customer loyalty and repeat business. <br>• Maintain the image and positioning of Kahawa as a quality coffee-shop brand in Lubumbashi. <br>Education & Experience <br>• Bachelor's degree or relevant professional qualification in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, Food & Beverage Management, or related field preferred. <br>• Preferably 5+ years of experience in coffee shops, restaurants, cafés, bakery cafés, or food & beverage operations. <br>• Previous experience managing multiple locations or branches is strongly preferred. <br>• Experience in purchasing, inventory management, manpower planning, and sales development is highly desirable. <br>• Previous experience in Africa or multicultural environments would be an advantage. <br>Knowledge & Skills <br>• Strong coffee-shop / restaurant operations knowledge. <br>• Strong people-management and leadership capability. <br>• Good understanding of food and beverage cost control. <br>• Strong purchasing and inventory-management skills. <br>• Commercial mindset with focus on sales growth and profitability. <br>• Strong customer-service orientation. <br>• Ability to analyze operational and sales performance. <br>• Hands-on problem-solving capability. <br>• Ability to work independently and manage several locations simultaneously. <br>• Good communication and interpersonal skills. <br>• French and/or English proficiency appropriate for the Lubumbashi operating environment

1. Role Purpose <br>The Catering Manager owns the end-to-end performance of Amaretti's Catering & Events division: from lead generation and quotation through event execution and post-event review. <br>The role reports directly to the GM. The Catering Manager is accountable for profitable growth of the division, consistent execution quality, and a trained, well-presented catering team. <br> <br>2. Key Responsibilities <br> <br>Sales & Client Management <br>* Own the catering sales pipeline: respond to inquiries, prepare and issue quotations, and follow up through to confirmation, execution and after sales. <br>* Manage key accounts and recurring institutional clients (e.g. corporate, school, and tender-based contracts). <br>* Represent Amaretti in client-facing meetings, tastings, and site visits. <br>* Negotiate pricing and event terms within approved margin guidelines. <br>Event Planning & Execution <br>* Translate confirmed bookings into detailed event orders: menus, quantities, timing, staffing, and equipment needs. <br>* Coordinate with Pastry/Kitchen on prep schedules and with Procurement on sourcing for event-specific items. <br>* Oversee on-site or on-call event supervision to ensure setup, service, and breakdown meet Amaretti standards. <br>* Maintain and enforce prep checklists, retrieval trackers, and event staffing sheets for every booking. <br> <br>Team Leadership & Training <br>* Recruit, schedule, and manage catering supervisors, coordinators, and event staff (outsourced or inhouse). <br>* Deliver and maintain staff training, including service standards, grooming and conduct policy, and safety procedures for mixed catering teams. <br>* Conduct performance check-ins and address performance issues <br> <br>Operations & Standards <br>* Maintain and update SOPs for catering operations, including equipment handling, catering truck cleaning schedules, and food safety compliance, catering storage. <br>* Ensure all equipment, vehicles, and catering assets are maintained, tracked, and returned/reconciled after each event. <br>* Monitor and manage catering-specific inventory. <br>Financial Performance <br>* Prepare accurate, consistently formatted quotations and cost breakdowns for each event & get them approved before sharing with the client <br>* Track division revenue vs. projection ; report monthly to GM. <br> <br> <br>Business Development <br>* Identify and pursue new catering channels: corporate contracts, school partnerships, and institutional tenders. <br>* Support proposal development and tender submissions (e.g. cafeteria management, supply agreements). <br>* Coordinate with Marketing on catering-specific promotional content and app/ordering integration. <br> <br>Peak seasons <br>During the Christmas and New Year season, lent, easter…, the Catering Manager acts as lead partner on execution, supported by the FOH team, Marketing, and other departments as needed <br> <br> <br>3. Key Performance Indicators <br>* Catering division revenue vs. target (monthly/quarterly). <br>* Quotation-to-confirmation conversion rate. <br>* Client retention and repeat-booking rate for key accounts. <br>* Event execution quality (client feedback, incident/complaint rate). <br>* Staff training completion and turnover within the catering team. <br> <br>4. Requirements <br>Experience & Education <br>* 10+ years in catering, banqueting, or event operations, with at least 8years in a supervisory or management role. <br>* Degree or diploma in Hospitality Management, Business, or related field preferred; equivalent experience accepted. <br>* Track record managing budgets, staffing, and multi-event calendars simultaneously. <br> <br>Skills & Competencies <br>* Strong commercial acumen: pricing, costing, and margin management. <br>* Hands-on leadership style, comfortable managing mixed teams (permanent and event-day/freelance staff). <br>* Excellent organizational skills; able to run multiple concurrent events without quality slippage. <br>* Clear, professional communicator with clients, vendors, and internal teams — fluent in Arabic and English; French an asset. <br>* Calm under pressure, solutions-oriented during live event issues. <br>•Flexible <br>* Working knowledge of food safety/hygiene standards (HACCP or equivalent) and event equipment logistics. <br>5. Working Conditions <br>This role requires flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays around the event calendar, with regular presence at both the pastry /kitchen base and event sites

Electrical Project Manager <br> <br>Location <br> <br>Africa-based project assignment. The specific project location and mobilization arrangements will be discussed with shortlisted candidates. <br> <br>The Opportunity <br> <br>We are seeking an experienced Electrical Project Manager to lead the planning, execution, coordination, and delivery of electrical works for major construction projects in Africa. The successful candidate will manage all electrical project activities from mobilization through testing, commissioning, and handover, while maintaining the required standards for safety, quality, cost, and programme. <br> <br>This is a senior site-based role for a practical, commercially aware electrical professional with a strong record of delivering complex building, infrastructure, industrial, or MEP projects in African markets. Proven experience working with multicultural project teams, local subcontractors, consultants, suppliers, and authorities is essential. <br> <br>Position Detail <br>Requirement <br>Job Title <br>Electrical Project Manager <br>Employment Type <br>Full-time, project-based assignment <br>Location <br>Africa-based project assignment <br>Reporting To <br>Project Director / Construction Manager <br>Discipline <br>Electrical / MEP Construction <br> <br> <br> <br> <br>Key Responsibilities <br> <br>The Electrical Project Manager will take full responsibility for the delivery of electrical works in accordance with the approved scope, technical specifications, drawings, programme, and budget. The role will lead site electrical teams and coordinate closely with the main project team, MEP disciplines, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and client representatives. <br> <br>Key responsibilities include: <br> <br>• <br>Plan, organize, and manage all electrical construction activities, including mobilization, work sequencing, resource allocation, installation, testing, commissioning, and handover. <br> <br>• <br>Review electrical drawings, specifications, BOQs, and project requirements; identify technical discrepancies, coordination issues, and constructability risks before they affect progress. <br> <br>• <br>Coordinate electrical installations with civil, architectural, mechanical, plumbing, fire and life-safety, ELV, ICT, and specialist systems. <br> <br>• <br>Develop and monitor detailed electrical work programmes, manpower plans, equipment needs, material schedules, and procurement priorities. <br> <br>• <br>Lead and supervise engineers, supervisors, foremen, technicians, and electrical subcontractors to achieve planned production and quality targets. <br> <br>• <br>Manage subcontractor performance, site productivity, work-front availability, and compliance with approved method statements and inspection procedures. <br> <br>• <br>Review and control electrical material submittals, shop drawings, samples, technical data, testing plans, and commissioning documentation. <br> <br>• <br>Ensure timely resolution of RFIs, site instructions, design coordination matters, variations, and technical issues. <br> <br>• <br>Monitor project costs, electrical budgets, quantities, material consumption, productivity, change orders, and potential commercial claims; provide accurate forecasts to project management. <br> <br>• <br>Enforce health, safety, environmental, and quality requirements throughout the electrical scope of work. <br> <br>• <br>Coordinate inspections, testing, energization, commissioning, snagging, and final handover with relevant stakeholders. <br> <br>• <br>Prepare and submit regular progress reports covering completed works, programme status, manpower, procurement, technical issues, risks, and corrective actions. <br> <br>• <br>Build effective working relationships with consultants, clients, local teams, authorities, vendors, and subcontractors in the project country. <br> <br>Required Qualifications and Experience <br> <br>Area <br>Minimum Requirement <br>Education <br>Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related discipline. Professional registration is an advantage. <br>Overall Experience <br>At least 10 years of electrical construction or MEP delivery experience, including a minimum of 5 years in an Electrical Project Manager or senior electrical management role. <br>Africa Experience <br>Demonstrated experience delivering electrical works on construction projects in one or more African countries is required. <br>Project Background <br>Experience on large-scale building, infrastructure, industrial, energy, hospitality, healthcare, commercial, or mixed-use developments is preferred. <br>Technical Expertise <br>Strong knowledge of LV and MV electrical distribution, lighting, power, earthing, lightning protection, generators, UPS, ATS, ELV systems, testing, commissioning, and handover requirements. <br>Commercial Capability <br>Ability to manage budgets, cost reports, variations, subcontract packages, procurement planning, and productivity. <br>Software <br>Proficiency in AutoCAD, MS Office, and project-planning or reporting tools. Knowledge of BIM/Revit is an advantage. <br>Languages <br>Professional English is essential. French, Arabic, Portuguese, or relevant local-language capability is an advantage. <br> <br> <br> <br> <br>Candidate Profile <br> <br>