Diesel and Maintenance Technician/Mechanic

About the role

The role involves performing routine and non‑routine maintenance on 40 kVA diesel generators, towers and related equipment. You will ensure reliable operation through timely overhauls, servicing, tuning and defect resolution while supporting a 24/7 on‑call service.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on diesel generators and associated equipment.
• Perform engine overhauls, oil changes, tuning and fault diagnosis.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and complete work orders in line with company procedures.
• Inspect, test and repair defective machines, reinstall parts according to manufacturer specifications.
• Source and procure spare parts, manage critical spares inventory, and arrange off‑site repairs when needed.
• Mitigate safety risks, comply with industry standards, manufacturer guidelines and PPE requirements.

Required profile

• Hands‑on experience with diesel generator maintenance and mechanical repairs.
• Ability to work under a right‑first‑time ethos and meet cost, time and quality targets.
• Willingness to participate in 24/7 on‑call rotations for asset resets and emergency repairs.
• Strong record‑keeping skills and adherence to safety protocols.

Required skills

• Diesel generator maintenance
• Engine overhaul and tuning
• Mechanical fault diagnosis
• Preventive and corrective maintenance
• Spare parts inventory management
• Use of hand tools and diagnostic equipment
• Compliance with safety standards and PPE usage