Tests and evaluates mechanical systems, gathers and analyses data, and assembles and installs mechanical components.

Benefits

• Employee incentives such as events, tools provided, etc
• Employee assist program available for employees and immediate family

Task & responsibilities

• Identify, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical issues on plant facilities and machineries.
• Test and evaluate automobiles and machineries to assess their performance, efficiency, and safety, including measuring parameters such as handling, fuel consumption, emissions and electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Assemble and install new and modified mechanical assemblies, components, machine tools and controls, and hydraulic power systems!
• Inspect and ensure that automobiles and machines meet quality and safety standards and specifications.
• Organise and perform routine preventative maintenance and record/maintain reports on relevant database tools and systems.
• Consult with the team and manager on any complex issues and repairs, rebuilds and assembling.
• Assist mechanical engineers and engineering technicians in designing mechanical equipment and plants.
• Analyze data and perform tests to access issues and recommend appropriate solutions, not limited to estimating machine costs and requirements.
• Ensure designs and jobs are completed within specifications and correct contract provisions.
• Ensure all activities are in accordance with company and regulatory standards and policies.
• Collaborate and develop improved methods and modifications and provide technical support to assist in resolving complex technical issues.
• Record and report any alterations to the equipment and processes on the work management system.
• Assist the team and manager on other activities within the role required by the company policies, procedure and directives.
• Ensure safety practices are followed including reporting any incidents and hazards to the manager.

Qualification & experience

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an Engineering Technician role or relevant trade certificate
• Knowledge related to inspecting and repairing diesel, gas and electrical vehicles
• Technically and solution minded
• Can do attitude and ability to be a team player working with cross discipline engineers as well as non-technical stakeholders.