Maintenance Mechanic

About the role

We are looking for a Maintenance Mechanic to ensure the reliability, performance and continuous operation of production equipment and mechanical systems in a manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will perform preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshoot failures and support equipment improvements.

Key responsibilities

• Provide preventive and corrective maintenance for production machinery and mechanical systems.
• Troubleshoot equipment failures and implement technical solutions to minimise downtime.
• Maintain ownership of designated equipment, driving ongoing improvements and optimisation.
• Perform overhauls and refurbishment of mechanical assemblies and components.
• Execute product changeovers and machine setup according to production requirements.
• Carry out weekly and monthly preventive maintenance tasks as per the department plan.
• Respond to maintenance calls for production equipment and supporting plant systems.
• Collaborate with engineering, production and maintenance teams to boost equipment reliability and efficiency.

Required profile

• Practical Engineer degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in a mechanical or technical maintenance role within an industrial setting.
• Ability to read and understand technical manuals, installation instructions and mechanical documentation in English.
• Good computer skills and familiarity with maintenance‑related software.
• Strong problem‑solving abilities and a proactive, hands‑on approach.

Required skills

• Knowledge of drive belts, shafts, transmissions, sprockets and conveyors.
• Experience with camshafts, bearings and lubrication systems.
• Understanding of industrial machine assemblies and mechanical components.
• Ability to use maintenance software and related computer tools.