Boiler Technician

About the role

Nestlé Ghana is seeking a skilled Boiler Technician to operate, monitor, and maintain steam boilers and related utility equipment at its Tema manufacturing plant. The role ensures a reliable steam supply for production while adhering to safety and regulatory standards.

Key responsibilities

• Start‑up, shut‑down, and continuous monitoring of boilers, pumps, valves, compressors and treatment systems.
• Maintain optimal pressure, temperature, combustion efficiency and water levels.
• Record operational data in logbooks for traceability and compliance.
• Control boiler water chemistry and support water‑treatment processes to prevent scaling and corrosion.
• Troubleshoot abnormalities, escalate faults promptly and minimise downtime.
• Participate in planned preventive maintenance and assist maintenance teams during inspections and breakdowns.
• Uphold cleanliness and GMP housekeeping standards in the boiler house.
• Contribute to energy‑efficiency and continuous‑improvement initiatives.

Required profile

• Minimum HND or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Plant Engineering or related field.
• 2–5 years hands‑on experience with boiler operations in a manufacturing or FMCG environment.
• Strong safety awareness and ability to respond calmly to emergencies.
• Excellent attention to detail and accurate record‑keeping.

Required skills

• Boiler operation and steam system monitoring.
• High‑pressure steam systems knowledge.
• Water chemistry management and water‑treatment processes.
• Preventive maintenance execution.
• Troubleshooting and problem‑solving of utility equipment.