Primary Purpose of the Job
To inspect, diagnose, maintain, repair, and overhaul heavy mobile equipment and machinery, including mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and diesel-powered systems, ensuring equipment reliability, safety, and operational efficiency while minimizing equipment downtime.
Safety Responsibilities
- Comply with all HARSCO safety policies, procedures, and regulations always.
- Immediately report all accidents, incidents, hazards, and near misses, regardless of severity.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment inside and outside the workshop.
- Follow OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) safety guidelines and maintenance procedures.
- Ensure proper disposal of waste materials, including used oil, tires, batteries, and other consumables, in accordance with HMSA standards.
- Promote a strong safety culture by leading through example and encouraging safe work practices.
Key Responsibilities
- Test and inspect mechanical equipment following repair or assembly to ensure proper operation and compliance with manufacturer specifications.
- Diagnose equipment faults and malfunctions using diagnostic tools, computerized testing equipment, and calibration devices.
- Repair or replace defective, damaged, or worn mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical components.
- Operate and inspect heavy equipment and machinery to identify operational defects and determine repair requirements.
- Dismantle, repair, overhaul, and reassemble heavy equipment using appropriate hand tools, lifting equipment, hoists, jacks, and workshop machinery.
- Perform routine preventive maintenance activities, including cleaning, lubrication, adjustments, servicing, and inspections of equipment and vehicles.
- Inspect components for wear, damage, and serviceability using precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, gauges, and other testing devices.
- Schedule and execute planned maintenance activities and accurately complete equipment service records, maintenance reports, and inspection documents.
- Read, interpret, and apply technical manuals, engineering drawings, schematics, and operating instructions.
- Conduct equipment overhauls, testing, and commissioning to ensure optimal performance and operating efficiency.
- Install, remove, and fit bearings, seals, and other components during maintenance and overhaul activities.
- Clean and prepare parts using approved cleaning solvents, degreasers, and workshop equipment.
- Repair and maintain major assemblies and subassemblies, including engines, transmissions, axles, hydraulic systems, and drivetrain components.
- Coordinate with the Maintenance Supervisor regarding preventive maintenance schedules and repair priorities.
- Ensure the correct repair methods, procedures, tools, and equipment are used for all maintenance activities.
- Maintain high standards of workshop housekeeping and ensure all housekeeping practices comply with Harsco standards.
- Follow OEM guidelines and best maintenance practices to maximize equipment reliability and availability.
- Assist during breakdown situations and respond effectively to emergency repair requirements.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing equipment reliability, availability, and maintenance efficiency.
- Perform any other duties related to the role as assigned by management.
Working Relationships
Internal Contacts
Regular interaction with:
- Maintenance Supervisor
- Maintenance Planner
- Operations Personnel
- Safety personal
Physical Demands
This position is hands-on and requires the employee to be physically fit and capable of working in demanding industrial environments. The role involves:
- Standing, bending, lifting, climbing, and manual handling of heavy components.
- Working in confined spaces and outdoor environments.
- Operating lifting devices, hand tools, and workshop equipment.
- Working under varying environmental and weather conditions.
- Maintaining both physical and mental fitness to perform maintenance tasks safely and effectively.
Minimum Requirements
Skills and Competencies
- Strong mechanical aptitude and technical knowledge of heavy equipment.
- Excellent troubleshooting and fault-finding skills.
- Good organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to read and interpret technical documentation and engineering drawings.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
- Strong commitment to workplace safety and quality standards.
Language Requirements
- Good spoken English.
- Good written English. (additional benefit)
Experience
- Minimum 6 years of hands-on experience in the maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and overhaul of heavy construction, industrial, or mobile equipment.
- Mandatory experience working on CAT (Caterpillar), Doosan, and Komatsu equipment.
- Strong practical experience in diesel engines, hydraulic systems, transmissions, drivetrain components, pneumatic systems, and heavy equipment diagnostics.
- Proven experience in preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance, breakdown maintenance, and major equipment overhauls.
- Experience using computerized diagnostic and testing equipment.
- Experience working on KAMAG equipment is highly preferred and will be considered a significant advantage.
- Knowledge of OEM maintenance standards, service procedures, and safety requirements for CAT, Doosan, and Komatsu equipment.
Preferred Equipment Experience
- Caterpillar (CAT), Doosan, Komatsu, KAMAG (Preferred)
- Other heavy construction, material handling, and industrial equipmentCompany Description
Desired Candidate Profile
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Diploma or Technical Certificate in Heavy Equipment Diesel Mechanics, Mechanical Engineering, or a related trade discipline.
- Relevant trade certifications and manufacturer training will be an added advantage.