Mechanical Technician – Energy (Power Plant) – Durban

About the role

The Mechanical Technician will support the operation of combined‑cycle and simple‑cycle power generation blocks as well as Balance‑of‑Plant equipment at a Durban‑based power plant. The role focuses on maintaining mechanical reliability, minimizing downtime, and ensuring safe plant performance.

Key responsibilities

• Perform preventive, corrective and breakdown maintenance on a wide range of mechanical equipment, including gas turbines, steam turbines, waste‑heat boilers and desalination units.
• Execute on‑call duties and respond quickly to restore equipment to service.
• Direct contract labour to follow approved maintenance plans.
• Monitor recurring failures and implement corrective actions to prevent re‑occurrence.
• Adhere to EHS standards and plant operating procedures to minimise accidents.

Required profile

• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (minimum 5 years experience in a thermal power plant) or a Craft/Trade certificate (minimum 8 years experience).
• Hands‑on experience with GE Frame 9E/9FA gas turbines, steam turbines, waste‑heat boilers, thermal desalination and other BOP equipment.
• Good command of written and spoken English.
• Ability to work shifts and in a multicultural environment.

Required skills

• GE Frame 9E/9FA gas turbine maintenance
• Steam turbine maintenance
• Waste‑heat boiler overhauls
• Thermal desalination plant operations
• Mechanical maintenance tools
• Compressors, pumps, cooling towers and reverse‑osmosis plant knowledge
• PC and computer literacy