Enza Zaden Tanzania Ltd is a horticultural company that produces high-quality hybrid seeds. All seeds produced are exported to the parent company in the Netherlands. After thorough quality checks, the seeds are re-exported worldwide under the Enza Zaden brand.

Learn more about the company at www.enzazaden.com.

Enza Zaden Tanzania Ltd is seeking a qualified candidate for the following position.

Job details

• Position: Plumber Technician (re-advertised)
• Reports to: Technical Manager
• Position type: Staff position
• Location: Arusha, Tanzania

Objective of the role

To install, maintain, troubleshoot and repair industrial plumbing and high-pressure piping systems within the farm and technical infrastructure, ensuring that all systems operate safely and efficiently with minimal downtime.

Main responsibilities

The Plumber Technician will:

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot and repair high-pressure piping systems, industrial water supply lines, drainage systems and pressurized fluid systems.
• Work on HDPE, PVC, galvanized steel, stainless steel and pressure-rated piping systems used in industrial or agricultural production environments.
• Carry out maintenance and repairs on pump systems, irrigation manifolds, pressure-regulating valves (PRVs), industrial valves and fittings, pump stations and distribution systems.
• Conduct pressure testing, leak detection, pipe threading, pipe fitting and system integrity inspections.
• Monitor and maintain pumps, compressors, valves, filters and related mechanical systems.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, plumbing schematics, piping layouts and maintenance schedules.
• Respond to emergency pipe bursts, pressure failures and mechanical breakdowns.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures and technical maintenance protocols.
• Maintain maintenance records, spare-parts inventories and technical inspection reports.

Qualifications and skills

Applicants must possess:

• A diploma in Plumbing, Pipe Fitting, Mechanical Engineering or another related technical field.
• At least seven years of experience in a factory, industrial plant, processing facility, manufacturing environment or large-scale irrigation setup involving high-pressure systems.
• Strong knowledge of industrial piping systems, pressure pumps, industrial plumbing maintenance and pressure-testing procedures.
• Experience working with booster systems, compressors, industrial valves and fluid-transfer systems is highly preferred.
• The ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical faults independently.
• A good understanding of workplace safety standards and preventive maintenance systems.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English and Kiswahili.

What Enza Zaden offers

Enza Zaden offers a competitive salary, benefits package and an innovative working environment.

The company’s most important values include:

• Teamwork
• Entrepreneurship
• Drive
• A passion for learning and sharing knowledge
• Respect for sustainable development
• Integrity

Its international working environment offers a range of possibilities to motivated and qualified individuals with excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.

How to apply

Interested candidates should submit the following:

• An updated résumé
• A cover letter

Applications should be emailed to by 31 July 2026.

Applicants must include “Plumber Technician Application” in the email subject line.

Applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered.

Important application information

• This opportunity is exclusively available to Tanzanian nationals.
• This position has been re-advertised.
• Candidates who previously applied for this position should not resubmit their applications, as their earlier applications remain under consideration.
• Only new applicants who have not previously applied are encouraged to apply.
• Only individuals who possess the required qualifications and skills should submit applications.
• Enza Zaden appreciates all applications; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.
• Enza Zaden is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.
• Acquisition in response to this advertisement is not appreciated.