Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics or equivalent.
Trade certification (fitter/mechanic) is an advantage.
3–5 years' experience in mechanical maintenance within a manufacturing environment (FMCG/process plant preferred), with hands-on exposure to automated equipment and rotating machinery.
Proven troubleshooting capability on industrial mechanical systems: bearings, seals, couplings, gearboxes, drives, pneumatics/hydraulics and mechanical power transmission.
Working experience with rotating equipment and production machinery: conveyors, pumps (centrifugal/positive displacement), mixers, packaging equipment, compressors auxiliaries and utilities equipment.
Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, P&IDs and OEM manuals; ability to prepare sketches and clear job feedback/redlines.
Competence in precision maintenance practices: alignment, fitment techniques, torqueing, clearances, lubrication excellence and contamination control.
Understanding of condition monitoring fundamentals and defect elimination: vibration basics, wear pattern recognition, lubrication checks and inspection discipline.
Safe working knowledge of welding/fabrication (preferred) and rigging/lifting basics; ability to work with contractors and verify workmanship.
CMMS discipline: work order feedback, failure coding, spare parts/BOM maintenance and PM optimization collaboration with planners.
Strong problem-solving skills and RCA methodology; ability to convert RCA actions into sustainable improvements.
Strong communication and stakeholder management; ability to coordinate with production and contractors under time pressure.
Self-driven, able to work with minimal supervision, and demonstrates high safety awareness and initiative.
Application deadline17 Oct 2026
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