Across Africa, fewer than 5% of people own a vehicle, and less than 30% have access to affordable public transport. Yet this is a continent rich in renewable power, where clean, low-cost energy could transform the way millions of people and goods move every day. At IZI Electric, we believe Africa has the chance to leapfrog the outdated, polluting transport systems of the past—and build something better from the ground up: a fully electric future to provide people and businesses with low-cost sustainable transportation.

We’re building Africa’s first fully integrated electric mobility platform—combining purpose-built electric vehicles, continent-wide charging infrastructure, smart fleet management, and Africa’s only local battery diagnostics and repair network.

Our goal is simple but ambitious: make clean, reliable, and affordable transport accessible to everyone, from crowded cities to remote rural communities and critical supply chains.

Backed by two decades of experience in automotive and battery technology, and a proven track record scaling startups across Africa, our founders have set out to reinvent transport for the next generation. We’re assembling a global team of bold thinkers and builders to help Africa leap straight to an electric future—and we’re just getting started.

As the Head of Engineering, you will be responsible for setting up and managing IZI’s technical maintenance functions in Rwanda, including the management of IZI’s Battery Lab facility and ** Mechanical Maintenance** operations. You will oversee diagnostics, repair, and preventive maintenance of electric vehicle (EV) batteries, as well as the mechanical systems of our fleet. Additionally, you will manage the spare parts inventory and supply chain to ensure operational efficiency. You will work closely with the Operations Team and CEO to deliver a best-in-class maintenance capability that supports IZI’s business growth.

Battery Lab Management

• Set up and manage the Battery Lab facility, ensuring capabilities for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining EV batteries.
• Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) for battery diagnostics, repair processes, and safety protocols.
• Manage inventory of battery components and tools required for repair and maintenance.
• Continuously evaluate battery performance data and implement improvements to battery longevity and efficiency.

Mechanical Maintenance Operations

• Set up and manage IZI’s mechanical maintenance operations for electric buses, coaches, and other commercial EVs.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules to maximize fleet availability and performance.
• Supervise maintenance technicians and ensure adherence to quality and safety standards.
• Coordinate with international and local technical partners to adopt global best practices.

Supply Chain & Spare Parts Inventory Management

• Manage spare parts procurement, storage, and inventory control to ensure timely availability of critical components.
• Work with suppliers to ensure cost-effective and reliable sourcing of high-quality spare parts.
• Track parts usage and implement inventory optimization strategies.
• Build a digital inventory management system to monitor stock levels and streamline supply chain operations.

Team Management & Training

• Lead, mentor, and continuously upskill IZI’s team of technicians.
• Implement a technician performance monitoring program, with KPIs tied to fleet uptime, battery health, and quality of repairs.
• Organize periodic retraining to keep technical knowledge current with evolving EV technologies.

Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Develop technical KPI dashboards and report regularly to the Chief Executive Officer.
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve maintenance efficiency and reduce costs.
• Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the maintenance function.