Mechanical Technician

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Your Role

• Job Title: Maintenance Technician (Chemical Industry)

• Department: Maintenance / Operations

• Reports To: Maintenance Supervisor / Engineering Supervisor

• Key Responsibilities:

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on mechanical and electrical equipment (pumps, valves, motors, gearboxes, instrumentation, electrical panels, PLC interfaces where applicable) per SOPs.

• Diagnose and troubleshoot equipment faults; execute timely repairs and coordinate with spare parts procurement as needed.

• Carry out alignments, lubrication, part replacements, and commissioning of modified or new equipment.

• Monitor equipment performance, record data in logbooks and CMMS, and participate in RCA/CAPA processes.

• Support energy efficiency and reliability initiatives; contribute to TPM and maintenance optimization efforts.

• Ensure a clean, safe work environment and adhere to 6S/5S practices.

• Maintain compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards (ISO 9001/14001/45001, local regulations).

• Prepare and maintain shift handovers, work orders, and incident reports; participate in investigations as required.

• Assist with start-up, commissioning, and qualification activities for new or modified equipment.

Who You Are

• You are a Diploma holder in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) with 5+ years’ experience in maintenance within a chemical/processing plant.
• You have hands-on experience maintaining mechanical and electrical equipment in a medium-to-large plant.
• You can read mechanical drawings, P&IDs, wiring diagrams, and have familiarity with control systems basics (SCADA/DCS/PLC).
• You understand preventive maintenance concepts, CMMS usage, and basic reliability principles.
• You have strong problem-solving, diagnostic, and troubleshooting skills.
• You communicate effectively, work well in teams, and can operate across shifts.
• You are proactive in safety and continuous improvement initiatives.

Basic Qualifications

• Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent).
• 5+ years’ experience in a chemical/processing environment.
• Proficiency with SOPs, logbooks, and basic data recording.
• Familiarity with safety systems and regulatory requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• TPM/RCI/RCA experience; RCA-based problem-solving skills.
• Certification in maintenance/industrial safety (e.g., electrical safety, mechanical upkeep).
• Experience with CMMS, predictive maintenance, energy/waste optimization initiatives.
• Exposure to automation, data logging, and basic analytics tools.

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Apply now and become a part of a team that is dedicated to Sparking Discovery and Elevating Humanity!