Plumber technician (re-advertised)
About Enza Zaden Tanzania Ltd
Enza Zaden Tanzania Ltd is a horticultural company that produces high-quality hybrid seeds. All seeds produced are exported to the parent company in the Netherlands. After thorough quality checks, the seeds are re-exported worldwide under the Enza Zaden brand.
Learn more about the company at www.enzazaden.com.
Enza Zaden Tanzania Ltd is seeking a qualified candidate for the following position.
Job details
- Position: Plumber Technician (re-advertised)
- Reports to: Technical Manager
- Position type: Staff position
- Location: Arusha, Tanzania
Objective of the role
To install, maintain, troubleshoot and repair industrial plumbing and high-pressure piping systems within the farm and technical infrastructure, ensuring that all systems operate safely and efficiently with minimal downtime.
Main responsibilities
The Plumber Technician will:
- Install, maintain, troubleshoot and repair high-pressure piping systems, industrial water supply lines, drainage systems and pressurized fluid systems.
- Work on HDPE, PVC, galvanized steel, stainless steel and pressure-rated piping systems used in industrial or agricultural production environments.
- Carry out maintenance and repairs on pump systems, irrigation manifolds, pressure-regulating valves (PRVs), industrial valves and fittings, pump stations and distribution systems.
- Conduct pressure testing, leak detection, pipe threading, pipe fitting and system integrity inspections.
- Monitor and maintain pumps, compressors, valves, filters and related mechanical systems.
- Read and interpret technical drawings, plumbing schematics, piping layouts and maintenance schedules.
- Respond to emergency pipe bursts, pressure failures and mechanical breakdowns.
- Ensure compliance with safety procedures and technical maintenance protocols.
- Maintain maintenance records, spare-parts inventories and technical inspection reports.
Qualifications and skills
Applicants must possess:
- A diploma in Plumbing, Pipe Fitting, Mechanical Engineering or another related technical field.
- At least seven years of experience in a factory, industrial plant, processing facility, manufacturing environment or large-scale irrigation setup involving high-pressure systems.
- Strong knowledge of industrial piping systems, pressure pumps, industrial plumbing maintenance and pressure-testing procedures.
- Experience working with booster systems, compressors, industrial valves and fluid-transfer systems is highly preferred.
- The ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical faults independently.
- A good understanding of workplace safety standards and preventive maintenance systems.
- Proficiency in spoken and written English and Kiswahili.
What Enza Zaden offers
Enza Zaden offers a competitive salary, benefits package and an innovative working environment.
The company’s most important values include:
- Teamwork
- Entrepreneurship
- Drive
- A passion for learning and sharing knowledge
- Respect for sustainable development
- Integrity
Its international working environment offers a range of possibilities to motivated and qualified individuals with excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
How to apply
Interested candidates should submit the following:
- An updated résumé
- A cover letter
Applications should be emailed to vacancies@enzazaden.co.tz by 31 July 2026.
Applicants must include “Plumber Technician Application” in the email subject line.
Applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered.
Important application information
- This opportunity is exclusively available to Tanzanian nationals.
- This position has been re-advertised.
- Candidates who previously applied for this position should not resubmit their applications, as their earlier applications remain under consideration.
- Only new applicants who have not previously applied are encouraged to apply.
- Only individuals who possess the required qualifications and skills should submit applications.
- Enza Zaden appreciates all applications; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.
- Enza Zaden is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.
- Acquisition in response to this advertisement is not appreciated.
