Senior Heavy Plant Mechanic

We are seeking a highly skilled and hands-on Heavy Equipment Mechanic responsible for responding to mechanical emergencies, conducting inspections, and performing fault diagnostics on heavy-duty machinery such as trucks, cranes, and bulldozers. The successful candidate should be proficient in adjusting equipment, replacing faulty parts, and carrying out major and routine repairs.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Respond to and resolve mechanical emergencies through effective diagnostics and repair.
• Conduct major repairs and rebuilds of diesel engines, transmissions, and hydraulic pumps for heavy equipment such as backhoes and wheel loaders.
• Plan and execute comprehensive maintenance schedules, including routine servicing, lubrication, and safety inspections to prevent breakdowns.
• Supervise workshop operations, assign tasks and provide technical training to junior mechanics
• Service specialized equipment such as diesel generators (CAT, PERKINS, Kohler, and BH models), water pumps, outboard engines, cranes, and construction machinery.
• Cleaning, lubricating, and conducting routine services on heavy-duty vehicles and machine attachments such as hydraulic horse pipes, blades, and side booms.
• Reporting damaged or faulty equipment to management.

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field from a recognized institution. Government Trade Test (GTT) certification is a strong advantage.
• Certification as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic or Diesel Mechanic from a recognized technical institution.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience working as a diesel or heavy equipment mechanic
• Demonstrated ability to diagnose and repair complex mechanical and hydraulic systems.
• In-depth knowledge of diesel engines and heavy construction machinery, including dozers, backhoes, concrete mixers, generators, vibrators, and rammers.
• Familiarity with modern diagnostic and testing technologies and tools.
• Ability to safely lift, move, and operate heavy machinery and perform physically demanding tasks in outdoor and workshop environments.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to document work, report issues clearly, and collaborate effectively with team members and supervisors.