Section Planner

• Reports to: Estate Maintenance Coordinator
• Org Unit: Estate Support Service
• Job Category: Fixed Term Contract
• Closing date: 17th November 2026

About Illovo Sugar (Malawi) plc

Illovo Sugar (Malawi) plc is the country’s leading producer of raw, refined and specialty sugars, employing more than 9000 employees. Illovo Sugar (Malawi) plc is part of Illovo Sugar Africa Group, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Associated British Foods plc (ABF).

Key responsibilities

• Manage the planning and scheduling of all reactive and/or preventative maintenance work for housing and all related maintenance initiatives in Estate Support and ensuring that all practices align with organizational standards and best practices.
• Oversee maintenance requests and the allocation of resources, ensuring effective use of the budget to enhance asset reliability, longevity, and overall performance.
• Organise stakeholder interfaces by promoting open communication and collaboration across departments, addressing concerns related to maintenance activities, and encouraging continuous improvement.
• Ensure the proper maintenance and organization of civil works records, safeguarding documentation related to maintenance history and compliance while processing online purchase requisitions for non-stock materials for approved jobs.
• Develop and manage both short-term and long-term maintenance schedules, ensuring optimal planning and execution of maintenance tasks to minimize operational disruptions.
• Promote and adhere to Illovo’s procedures, policies and guidelines, including, without limitation, those relating to SHERQ, Competition Law and Anti-Bribery and Corruption (ABC).

Qualifications and experience

• Malawi School Certificate of Education (MSCE)
• Malawi TEVET Level 3 Certificate or National Trade Test Grade 1 Certificate, and Advanced Craft Certificate in any technical field
• Those with a Diploma in any Engineering field will have an added advantage
• Minimum of 2 years work experience

How to apply

Please send your application letters together with detailed CV with copies of relevant certificates, traceable referees and National ID to:

The Human Resource Mill Head, Illovo Sugar (Malawi) plc, Private Bag 50, Blantyre.

Or through email: [email protected]

Closing date for receiving application letters is 17th November 2026 and only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged.

Illovo is an equal opportunity employer, and women are encouraged to apply.