Eastern Tropical Fruit Company Limited (ETF) is jointly owned by Zambia Fruit Company and Vitaplus Foods Limited, under the Industrial Development Corporation (IDC). The Company operates a hybrid fruit and vegetable processing plant located in Katete District, Eastern Province of Zambia.
\nRole Overview:
\nThe Mechanical Technician will be responsible for maintaining, repairing, and optimizing mechanical equipment and systems used in production to ensure smooth and uninterrupted operations in accordance with quality and safety standards. The role will involve conducting routine maintenance, troubleshooting mechanical faults, adjusting equipment settings, and ensuring all machinery operates at peak efficiency. Additionally, the position will entail documenting maintenance activities, coordinating with production and engineering teams, and adhering to operational and safety procedures to support overall equipment reliability and production effectiveness.
\nKey Roles and Responsibilities:<\/p>\n
Perform routine preventive maintenance on production equipment and mechanical systems.
\nDiagnose mechanical faults and breakdowns and carry out corrective repairs promptly.
\nReplace worn-out or defective parts to restore equipment functionality.
\nAssist in the installation, alignment, and setup of new machinery and mechanical systems.
\nEnsure proper calibration and testing of machines before handover for production use.
\nVerify that mechanical systems meet operational standards and safety regulations.
\nInvestigate recurring mechanical problems and recommend long-term technical solutions.
\nProvide on-site support to production teams during equipment breakdowns or process interruptions.
\nCollaborate with electricians and automation technicians for multidisciplinary troubleshooting.
\nMaintain accurate maintenance logs and records of repairs, inspections, and parts usage.
\nReport equipment performance trends, downtime events, and maintenance needs to supervisors.
\nSupport audit readiness by ensuring proper documentation of maintenance activities.
\nAdhere to safety procedures and wear appropriate PPE at all times during maintenance work.
\nComply with mechanical safety standards, machine guarding requirements, and operational protocols.
\nParticipate in safety drills, risk assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives.<\/p>\n
Minimum Qualifications & Experience<\/p>\n
Grade 12 Certificate with five (5) O Levels.
\nDiploma in Mechanical Engineering, Fitter and Turner, Industrial
\nMaintenance, or a related technical field.
\nMinimum of 3 years\u2019 experience in mechanical maintenance within a manufacturing or food processing environment.
\nProven experience in maintaining and repairing production machinery, including pumps, conveyors, motors, and gear systems.
\nMembership with a recognized professional regulatory body.
\nProven experience in troubleshooting and repairing industrial mechanical systems.<\/p>\n
Required Competencies and Skills:<\/p>\n
Technical Knowledge
\nProblem-Solving
\nAttention to Detail
\nSafety Consciousnes
\nResilience<\/p>\n
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