Mechanical- Technician

1. Job Title: Mechanical Technician

Job Title: Mechanical Technician- 2 vacant

Reports to:  Supervisor, Mechanical

Direct Reports: None

Department: Engineering

Unit: Mechanical

Current Grade:

Work Station: Factory – Nyansiongo, Simbauti

Job Purpose

The overall purpose of this job is to conduct planned and routine machine preventive maintenance and run diagnostic tests on machinery and equipment to ensure minimal downtime.

Key duties and responsibilities

1. Preventive maintenance checklist update, analysis of the machine running hours, greasing, oil levels, temperatures, firmness of the foundation bolts, cleanliness of the machine, safety, etc.;
2. Receive and promptly respond to breakdown notifications from operators to check for any abnormal sounds, temperature, vibration to ensure the machines are operating optimally;
3. Ensure that maintenance schedules are met at cost, on time, at the required quality and safety levels;
4. Proper tracking of equipment/tools spares parts inventory and escalate for re-order;
5. Ensure equipment preventive maintenance schedule is followed and updated accordingly;
6. Ensure proper and appropriate use of PPEs, and that tools and equipment are in a safe working condition when performing operations in the plant;
7. Modification of machines after installation to improve the performance;
8. Carry out welding and fabrications to fix the welding leakages during installation of new machines or pipelines as and when required;
9. Prepare daily reports and record machine conditions, on performance of the machines, any breakdowns and repairs done during the day, any unfinished or pending work during the shift.
10. Prepare shift handover report.
11. Carry out an analysis of the machine running hours; and
12. Any other responsibilities assigned to the job holder by the supervisor from time to time

Working relationships

Internal Relationships: Production

External Relationships: None

Knowledge, experience and qualifications required

• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in manufacturing maintenance

Competencies

Technical & Behavioural competencies

• Production experience is an added advantage
• Ability to read, interpret and follow work instructions
• Creative thinker that can work under pressure
• Attention to detail is paramount
• Ability to weld with a good finish
• Must be able to speak, read and write fluently in Swahili and English
• Be a good listener
• Communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• A committed team player
• Knowledge on mechanical equipment and safety measures
• Basic knowledge on welding innovativeness
• Communication
• Interpersonal skills
• Working in and with teams
• Flexible

Responsibility for finances and physical assets

• The job holder has no responsibility for equipment, finances or stock except for the work tools and stocks assigned.

Decision-making

• The jobholder’s decision-making authority is within existing guidelines and includes providing recommendations to facilitate final decisions

Information

• The jobholder has minimal access to confidential information. The job requires normal level of confidentiality

Working Conditions   

Working Environment: The job holder is exposed to noticeable disagreeable conditions

Job Hazards: The job holder is exposed to risks of falls from working in elevated areas high temperatures and accidents.