Mechanical Technician

About the role

The Mechanical Technician will join the Engineering & Maintenance department to ensure rapid, precise diagnostics and preventative maintenance of heavy mobile equipment and plant machinery, minimising downtime for our shipping and logistics operations.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out routine, scheduled and emergency mechanical maintenance on container handlers, reach stackers, heavy trucks and fixed plant equipment.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, rebuild and repair high‑pressure hydraulic pumps, cylinders, valves, control blocks and pneumatic braking systems.
• Perform full overhauls and fine‑tuning of heavy‑duty diesel engines (Cummins, Volvo, Caterpillar) and automatic/powershift transmissions.
• Execute mechanical alignment, bearing replacements and structural fitting of moving parts.
• Conduct minor structural modifications, oxy‑acetylene cutting and arc welding on chassis or attachments as required.
• Apply Lock‑Out/Tag‑Out (LOTO) safety procedures and manage hazardous waste disposal.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs and documentation.
• Collaborate with electrical technicians on electro‑hydraulic systems.

Required profile

• Diploma or HND in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering or a closely related field.
• Active registration with the Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK) for diploma holders.
• 3–5 years hands‑on experience as an industrial mechanical technician or heavy plant mechanic.
• Experience with heavy material‑handling equipment or marine auxiliary systems in Kenyan ports is an advantage.
• Proficiency with hydraulic schematics, precision measuring tools and electronic diagnostic scan tools.

Required skills

• Hydraulic pump and cylinder repair
• Pneumatic braking system servicing
• Diesel engine overhaul (Cummins, Volvo, Caterpillar)
• Automatic/powershift transmission maintenance
• Mechanical alignment and bearing replacement
• Oxy‑acetylene cutting and arc welding
• Lock‑Out/Tag‑Out (LOTO) safety procedures
• Interpretation of hydraulic circuit schematics
• Use of precision measuring tools (micrometers, dial indicators)
• Electronic diagnostic scan tools