Head Mechanic / Head of Fleet at Akagera Management Company Ltd (AMC Ltd) (Deadline : 10/05/2026)
AKAGERA NATIONAL PARK VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Akagera Management Company Ltd (AMC Ltd) is a public–private partnership between African Parks Network and the Rwanda Development Board (RDB), mandated to manage Akagera National Park. AMC Ltd is seeking to recruit suitable candidates to fill the post of Head Mechanic in Akagera National Park. The Head Mechanic / Head of Fleet is responsible for ensuring the reliability, safety, and readiness of all park vehicles, boats, and mechanical equipment through disciplined maintenance systems, strong workshop management, and technical leadership of the mechanical team. The role requires advanced hands-on mechanical expertise, adherence to SOPs, accurate record keeping, and the development of junior mechanics to support uninterrupted park operations in remote and demanding field conditions.
| POSITION | Head Mechanic / Head of Fleet |
| CATEGORY | Local |
| REPORTING LINE | FOM/JFOM |
| DIRECT REPORTS | Mechanics – Logistics Officer |
| KEY RESPONSIBILITIES | KEY RESULT AREAS (KRAs) | |
| 1. Fleet Maintenance Planning & ReliabilityPark vehicles and equipment are reliable and available for operations. | Fleet maintenance schedule in place and followedScheduled servicing completed on timeBreakdowns minimised, investigated and documentedMaintenance status visible via workshop systems (board, registers, stickers)SOP compliance: vehicle servicing, inspections, washing, greasing, fuel handling | |
| 2. Workshop Organisation, Safety & ToolsA safe, organised, and well-run workshop. | Workshop kept clean, safe and orderlyOils and lubricants stored correctly & meet appropriate standardsTools maintained, tracked, and losses minimised & reportedTool accountability systems in use (personal kits, shared tools)SOP compliance: workshop safety, signage, electrical safety, tool control | |
| 3. Spare Parts & Maintenance ReadinessMaintenance work is not delayed due to missing or incorrect parts. | Minimum stock levels defined and reviewedCorrect spare parts identified and referenced (catalogues, part numbers)Parts availability supports scheduled maintenanceOld, repairable, and scrap parts organised and trackedRepeated delays due to missing spares avoided | |
| 4. Systems, Records & ReportingMaintenance decisions are supported by accurate records. | Maintenance logbooks completed and checkedDigital systems (e.g. Inflow / EarthRanger) used and cross-checked with physical recordsFleet maintenance cost indicators (e.g. cost per km) are tracked, reviewed, and explained to support future budget accountabilityNon-compliance with records followed up and correctedSOP compliance: record-keeping, reporting, and audit procedures | |
| 5. Technical Leadership & Skills DevelopmentA growing, more capable mechanical team. | Junior mechanics coached and supported on real jobsSkill gaps identified and addressed through on-the-job trainingExternal training opportunities pursued where appropriate (e.g. boats, EVs)Knowledge shared across the team, including drivers’ mechanical awarenessEvidence of increasing independence in junior staff | |
| 6. Values, Accountability & Professional ConductTrusted leadership and professional discipline in fleet operations. | Takes accountability for fleet condition and readinessAddresses root causes, not just symptoms, of mechanical issuesDemonstrates safe, calm decision-making in field conditionsLearns from incidents and improves systems accordinglyDemonstrates respectful leadership toward team and stakeholders | |
| 3 | KEY RELATIONSHIP | |
| Field Operations Manager, Junior Field Operations Manager, Head of Stores, Logistics Officers, Drivers | ||
| 4 | JOB SPECIFICATION | |
| Qualification: Recognised technical certificate or diploma (TVET or equivalent) in automotive or mechanical engineering.Core Experience: Proven experience with Toyota 70 Series vehicles and Yamaha 4-stroke outboard engines.Additional Experience (Desirable): Basic maintenance and inspection of Caterpillar motor graders (e.g. CAT 140K), Mitsubishi Fuso, Massey Ferguson Tractors, generators, and water pumps.Technical Skills: Strong preventive maintenance, fault diagnosis, safe workshop practices, and SOP compliance.Systems & Records: Ability to maintain accurate maintenance records and use basic digital tools for reporting.Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and develop junior mechanics.Personal Attributes: Accountable, safety-conscious, calm under pressure, and willing to learn and improve systems.Working Conditions: Able to work hands-on in remote field environments, with physical demands and flexible hours.Licensing: Valid driver’s licence (manual) – heavy duty vehicle | ||
Added advantage
- Born and living near Akagera National Park;
- Being a member of any cooperative from around the Akagera National Park.
Note
- Internal candidates are also allowed to apply
Interested candidates should forward their application letter together with all relevant documents to the email address provided bellow no later than 10th May 2026. The required documents should be submitted in scanned soft copies in pdf format (preferably as one document) on amc.recruit@africanparks.org. Successful candidate will begin with an immediate effect.
Applications must include the following documents :
- Application cover letter addressed to the Park Manager
- Stating where you heard about the position and why you should be considered
- Curriculum vitae including your personal details, education level , certification and any experience
- Name, address and telephone numbers of three (3) references
- All the documents should be in one pdf document and named after your name and position, for
example: Name, Akagera Head Mechanic, 2026.
Please note that only candidates with the needed qualifications and relevant experience will be shortliste, if you don’t hear from us within three weeks after submission deadline, know that you have not been shortliste.
Done in Akagera National Park on 26th March 2026
NDAHIRIWE Ladislas
Park Manager/CEO
Akagera Management Company
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