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Finlays Kenya

Process Documentation & P&ID Engineer (Graduate)

Kericho

Kenya

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THE ORGANISATION

Finlays is a leading independent business-to-business supplier of tea, coffee, and botanical solutions to beverage brand owners worldwide. The group has established itself as a reliable, responsible, innovative, and sustainable producer with a deep knowledge and passion for its products. Sustainability is pivotal to the group's success, and it lies at the heart of what Finlays does and stands for.


We invite applications for the position of Process Documentation & P&ID Engineer (Graduate)– Finlays Tea Extracts Kenya at our Kericho operations.


JOB OVERVIEW:

We are looking for a detail‑oriented and motivated Graduate Engineer to support our development of PFD & P&IDs in an instant tea manufacturing plant. The role focuses on developing, maintaining, and updating Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) and Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) while ensuring compliance with process safety, food safety, and engineering standards. Reporting to the Continuous Improvement Manager, the Graduate Engineer will lead the development of as-is Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) and Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) for an instant tea plant, ensuring documents are accurate, audit-ready, and aligned with process safety and food-safety requirements. Provide core documentation and technical input to PHA/HAZOP/HAZID/LOPA, Management of Change (MoC), commissioning, and continuous improvement. S/he will coordinate across Process, Mechanical, Electrical & Instrumentation teams to align equipment.


MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

  • Be a holder of a Bachelor of Science in any relevant Engineering Background -preferably Chemical Engineering

  • Open to fresh graduates; 3–6 years’ experience in food/beverage/process industries is an added advantage.

  • Proficiency in AutoCAD/Plant 3D/Visio and basic instrumentation & automation knowledge, or equivalent design tools

  • Competent with instrumentation (transmitters, control valves, analyzers), loop types (AI/AO/DI/DO), and PLC/SCADA basics.

  • Strong attention to detail, good teamwork skills, and the ability to work under pressure.
Responsibilities
  • Develop, review, and maintain accurate PFDs/P&IDs and engineering registers.
  • Support process safety reviews of PHA – Process Hazard Analysis; HAZOP – Hazard and Operability Study, HAZID – Hazard Identification, LOPA – Layers of Protection Analysis, with correct documentation.
  • Manage drawing updates through the Management of Change (MoC) process.
  • Coordinate with Process, Mechanical, Electrical & Automation teams to align equipment, instrumentation, and control philosophies.
  • Conduct plant walkdowns and capture as-built updates after installations or changes.
  • Maintain proper documentation control and provide audit-ready engineering records.
  • Identify improvement opportunities in design, energy efficiency, and process reliability.


WHY JOIN US?
  • Work in a highly collaborative, cross-functional engineering environment.

  • Contribute directly to process safety and operational excellence.

  • Excellent learning and career growth opportunities


APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

If you meet the requirements of this position, please apply, including a detailed CV, your postal, e-mail, and telephone contacts, and the names and addresses of three referees. Your application, clearly indicating the position you are applying for, should reach us not later than 10th April 2026.

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