Electro-Mechanical Technician

About the role

The Electro-Mechanical Technician performs skilled electrical, electronic, hydraulic and mechanical support to maintain, troubleshoot and optimise production machinery, facility equipment and building systems. The role is key to keeping equipment running, improving efficiency and meeting environmental health and safety standards in light and heavy industrial settings. It is a full-time position based in Lamu.

Key responsibilities

• Install, assemble and calibrate electro-mechanical systems such as AC/DC motors, VFDs, sensors, actuators and control units
• Carry out preventive maintenance, service and align power transmission components like gearboxes, sprockets, chains, belts, bearings and pneumatic/hydraulic actuators
• Assist with hardware and software upgrades to improve performance, safety and capacity
• Diagnose and fix mechanical, electrical, electronic and hydraulic failures, and work with PLCs and control software to monitor I/O and adjust parameters
• Interpret electrical schematics, ladder logic, hydraulic diagrams and mechanical drawings, and use multimeters, oscilloscopes, calipers and micrometers
• Test and calibrate equipment after repair, and follow OSHA, NEC, NFPA 70E or local equivalents, LOTO and machine-guarding rules
• Maintain a clean, organised workplace (5S) and record maintenance work, work orders and spare parts in the CMMS
• Collaborate with electrical engineers, mechanical designers, contractors and operations staff on new installations

Required profile

• Diploma in Electromechanical Technology, Mechatronics, Electrical, Mechanical or Industrial Electronics
• 3 to 5 years of experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment (FMCG preferred)
• Ability to read wiring diagrams and mechanical schematics
• Basic welding on stainless steel, mild steel and cast iron

Required skills

• Familiarity with PLCs (e.g. Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Delta), motor controllers and sensors
• Electrical diagnostics and mechanical assembly
• Use of testing equipment and hand tools
• Knowledge of safety procedures and basic electrical code compliance

Candidates apply by sending their CV to the company's recruitment team; interviews are held on a rolling basis until the position is filled.