Production Director at Water Access Rwanda

Production Director at Water Access Rwanda

Water Access Rwanda is recruiting a Production Director who can take full command of our production engine: no excuses, no delays, no half-measures. This is a role for a builder, a planner, and a field-driven executor who thrives under pressure and delivers results across multiple sites without losing grip on quality, safety, or timelines.

The Production Director will be accountable for the end-to-end production lifecycle of our mini-grids and water infrastructure systems. You will coordinate teams, materials, schedules, and field execution with precision. You will enforce standards, eliminate bottlenecks, and ensure every site moves with discipline and urgency. If you cannot lead from the front, make tough calls, and maintain operational excellence across Rwanda, this role is not for you.

We are looking for someone who brings structure, foresight, and relentless follow-through: someone who understands that production is the backbone of our mission and treats it with the seriousness it deserves.

Position Details

Position: Production Director

Reports to: Chief Technical Officer (CTO)

Location: Kigali HQ with frequent travel to Rwamagana Industrial Zone and multiple field sites across Rwanda

Employment Type: Full-time

Renumeration: RWF 1,608,707 gross + RSSB Contributions and Health Insurance Contribution (PRIME).

Retention: RWF 300,000 Net retention applicable 3-month probationary period with a cliff period of 3years

Role Purpose

Lead and own the entire production process for Water Access Rwanda, ensuring timely, high-quality delivery of mini-grids and other water infrastructure projects. This role demands exceptional planning, multi-site coordination, and hands-on field supervision to achieve excellence in output.

Key Responsibilities

1. Production Planning & Scheduling: Develop and manage master production schedules and site-specific plans to meet aggressive timelines.
2. Field Supervision: Oversee multiple teams across different sites, ensuring compliance with design specifications, safety standards, and quality benchmarks.
3. Process Optimization: Design and continuously improve production workflows from warehouse to field assembly for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
4. Quality Assurance: Conduct tests and measurements at workshop and field stages; ensure readiness for operations handover.
5. Resource Management: Authorize material movements, ensure tools and equipment availability, and manage logistics for all sites.
6. Team Leadership: Build technical capacity, implement succession planning, and organize targeted training for production teams.
7. Continuous Improvement: Review implementation reports, identify bottlenecks, and implement corrective actions in collaboration with the Maintenance team.

Ideal Candidate Profile

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial/ mechanical/ electrical engineering, Operations Management, or related field.
• Certifications in Project Management or Lean Six Sigma preferred.

Experience

• 7+ years in production or construction management with multi-site supervision.
• Proven track record of delivering complex projects under tight deadlines with strict quality and safety standards.

Skills

• Advanced planning and scheduling (MS Project, Primavera, or equivalent).
• Strong leadership and team development capabilities.
• Expertise in process design, optimization, and quality control.
• Familiarity with HSE standards and risk management practices.

Behavioral Competencies

• Ownership mindset and resilience under pressure.
• Decisive problem-solving and clear communication.
• Commitment to excellence and safety-first culture.

Performance Indicators

• On-time delivery of mini-grids and other projects.
• First-time quality pass rate at workshop and field stages.
• Reduction in production cycle time and cost.
• Safety compliance and zero major incidents.
• Team skill growth and succession readiness.

Working Conditions

45-hour work week with flexibility; overtime may be required and compensated with rest days. Frequent travel to field sites across Rwanda.

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