Mechanical Technician

To work in a multicultural team of Maintenance Technicians and apply specialist mechanical expertise to carry out fault investigations, defect and preventative maintenance, together with modifications on a range of plant.

To ensure plant mechanical equipment is maintained to maximize the reliability and availability of plant utilizing Work Instructions documented in the Maintenance Management System, OEM guidelines and under the instruction of the Mechanical Engineer.

To assist the Mechanical Engineer in ensuring that all mechanical equipment is well maintained and all notifications of planned and unplanned work are completed on time

Functions/ Task:             

Safety at Work

• Ensures the compliance of IMS. Ensures a safe working environment for himself, his colleagues and contractors while working on any equipment
• Ensures that there is a Permit to Work for each job as necessitated by the safety rules and associated Procedures.
• Ensures all  Method Statements Work Instruction and Procedures are followed by himself and Contractors while undertaking any work
• Ensures that all appropriate tools are available to ensure work can be carried out safely on equipment on all jobs at the plant
• Points out any unsafe conditions to the Mechanical Engineer or Shift Team Leader.

Maintenance Task Planning and Execution

• Completes all Work Orders generated in CMMS as directed by the Mechanical Engineer
• Ensures that maintenance of all mechanical equipment is in accordance with OEM Manuals and best practices for the equipment
• Works to full potential and  produces high quality of work

Equipment Failure Trouble Shooting and Repair

• Supports the 24-hour operation by being regularly available for call-out at short notice.
• Attempts all possible means of reducing equipment downtime and ensuring high Plant availability
• Records and reports to the Mechanical Foreman/Engineer all rectification jobs undertaken.

Reporting and Planning

• Discuss planned and unplanned jobs undertaken with the Mechanical Foreman/ Mechanical Engineer

Use of Tools and Equipment

• Ensures appropriate tools and equipment are available at work sites and used while performing any job
• Ensures that tools are in a safe and in good working order before use.
• Reports loss of tools or damage to any tools to the Mechanical Engineer
• Informs the Mechanical Engineer of any requirements for tools