Job Description
Company: Nestlé Ghana
Location: Tema, Ghana
Position Type: Full-Time
Minimum Educational Qualification: Minimum HND or First Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Plant Engineering, or a related field.
Minimum Relevant Work Experience: Minimum of 2–5 years’ hands-on experience in boiler operations within a manufacturing or FMCG environment.
Position Summary
Joining Nestlé means you are joining the largest Food and Beverage Company in the world. At our very core, we are a human company driven by our purpose to enhance the quality of life and contribute to a healthier future.
Nestlé Ghana Ltd is currently looking for a Boiler Technician at our Tema Factory to operate, monitor, and maintain steam boilers and associated utility systems safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with Ghana’s regulatory requirements. This role ensures uninterrupted steam supply to manufacturing operations while upholding the highest standards of safety, reliability, and quality
A day in the Life ………
- Operate, start up, shut down, and continuously monitor boilers and auxiliary equipment (pumps, valves, compressors, and treatment systems).
- Maintain optimal operating conditions, including pressure, temperature, combustion efficiency, and water levels.
- Conduct routine checks and record operational data in logbooks to ensure traceability and compliance.
- Monitor and control boiler water chemistry; support water treatment processes to prevent scaling, corrosion, and fouling.
- Identify abnormalities, troubleshoot faults, and escalate issues promptly to minimize downtime.
- Ensure continuous steam availability to support production requirements in line with agreed service levels.
- Participate in planned preventive maintenance (PPM) activities and support maintenance teams during inspections and breakdowns.
- Maintain cleanliness and good housekeeping standards within the boiler house in line with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices).
- Contribute to energy efficiency initiatives and continuous improvement programs within utilities operations.
What Will Make You Successful?
- Experience with high-pressure steam systems and utility operations is highly desirable.
- Strong safety awareness and compliance mindset.
- Sound knowledge of steam generation systems and boiler operations.
- Good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to respond calmly and effectively to emergencies.
- Strong attention to detail with accurate record-keeping ability.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills.
How do I apply?
Apply by clicking on the “Apply now” button, follow the steps and attach a copy of your CV. We would be considering applicants as they apply, so please do not delay in submitting your application. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
At Nestlé, we want to help shape a better and healthier world, inspire people to live healthier lives and deliver impact at a scale and pace that makes a difference. We do this by fostering a diverse, friendly, supportive, and collaborative environment, that creates positive disruption, embraces innovation, and empowers people and teams to win.
We aim to hire friendly, respectful, inspiring people who care about the people’s lives that we touch every single day. Be a force for good. Join Nestlé and visit us on www.nestle.com.
Benefits
Nestlé is an equal opportunity employer, seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, age, religion, nationality, disability or perceived disability, medical condition, or any other protected status, as defined by applicable law.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. The closing date for deadline is 27th May 2026.
