JOB VACANCY: Olive Mill Operator – Angola
The INGEFAR Group is a Spanish business group with a long-standing track record in the agro-industrial sector, whose strategic vision combines the most authentic heritage of the Mediterranean olive grove with ambitious international expansion. For many years, the group has been operating several of its own olive oil mills, where the tradition of olive oil production results in high-quality oils that are winning over the most demanding international markets.
Our entrepreneurial spirit knows no bounds; the INGEFAR Group has taken its expertise and passion for olive oil to Africa, where it is developing an ambitious industrial project with olive oil mills that are already making a difference in the region. Our commitment to the African continent is unwavering, and our next major milestone is already underway: the new olive oil mill in Angola, a state-of-the-art facility that will become a benchmark for olive oil production in south-west Africa.
Joining the INGEFAR Group means becoming part of a company undergoing rapid international expansion, where every professional has the opportunity to grow alongside a solid, diversified project with a promising future. We offer the unique combination of the security of an established group and the excitement of building something new: a pioneering facility, international teams and a clear mission.
At Grupo INGEFAR, we don’t just support agriculture and promote industrial development and oil production: we cultivate opportunities. If you’re looking for a professional challenge where your talent counts from day one, you’ll be right at home with us.
Job description:
OLEO ABACATE oil mill, located in Huambo, Angola, which specialises in the production of avocado oil, is seeking a Mill Manager to oversee the technical aspects of the oil production process during the harvest season, as well as the comprehensive maintenance of the plant.
As the chief technical officer in the machine room, the oil yield, quality and continuity of production at the oil mill depend on your judgement.
Key features:
- To manage and supervise the entire olive oil production process: reception and weighing of the olives, cleaning, washing, crushing, mixing, separation (two- and three-phase centrifugation) and decanting.
- Adjust the process parameters (mixing temperatures, times, flow rates, centrifuge speeds) according to the variety, ripeness and quality of the fruit, in order to optimise the yield and quality of the
- Carry out pre-season line commissioning and preventative and corrective maintenance on machinery: mills, thermal beaters, decanters, vertical centrifuges, pumps and conveyor systems
- Manage the process’s energy and water consumption, as well as the management of pomace and by-products in accordance with regulations
- To train and coordinate front-of-house staff during the campaign, setting shifts and protocols for
- Work with the in-house laboratory to monitor quality (particularly acidity) and implement measures
- To propose technical improvements and investments in the production line.
Requirements:
- Proven experience of at least two years as a mill master or assistant mill master in an olive oil mill, with experience of operating two- and three-stage continuous production lines
- In-depth knowledge of processing machinery (decanters, centrifuges, thermal mixers) and the mechanical maintenance of
- Availability to start immediately and a willingness to relocate to Angola for the 9-month campaign period (Aug–Apr)
- Worth noting:
- Technical qualifications: Vocational Training in Electromechanical/Industrial Maintenance or equivalent from
o Knowledge of Portuguese.
Terms and conditions of the offer:
- Net salary: between €000 and €50,000 per year, depending on merit and proven experience.
- Three months’ holiday a year (May–June–July).
- Accommodation provided by the company and a vehicle from
- Contract: Permanent / Working hours:
- Joining:
- A stable project at one of the expanding oil mills on the African continent, with potential for growth
If you are interested, please send your CV to:
