Job Title: Mechanical Engineer
Organisation: Mota-Engil Africa
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About the Company:
Mota-Engil is a Portuguese group in the sectors of civil construction, public works, port operations, waste, water, and logistics. The Mota-Engil Group comprises 228 companies within three major business areas Engineering and construction, Environment and Services and Transport concessions operating in 21 countries through its branches and subsidiaries, including Mota-Engil Engenharia e Construção, S.A., Tertir, SUMA, INDAQUA Manvia, Vibeiras, Ascendi and Martifer.
Job Summary: The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for executing maintenance control activities for heavy equipment and machinery within the project workshop. This includes planning, implementing, and monitoring preventive and corrective maintenance schedules to ensure equipment availability, reliability, and performance.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Plan, implement, and monitor maintenance control systems to ensure consistent performance and availability of heavy equipment.
- Carry out equipment inspections, diagnostics, and maintenance as per service schedules.
- Manage maintenance records and track equipment history.
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance in accordance with established maintenance plans.
- Analyze breakdown trends and recommend solutions to improve equipment reliability.
- Maintain up-to-date documentation of all maintenance activities, including parts used and time spent.
- Ensure all maintenance activities comply with safety, quality, and performance standards.
- Coordinate with procurement and stores teams for timely availability of spare parts and consumables.
- Support continuous improvement of maintenance processes and reduce equipment downtime.
- Perform other related duties as may be assigned by the Equipment Manager.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized institution.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in maintenance of heavy equipment, with a strong focus on maintenance controls.
- Proficient in SAP and other Microsoft Office tools.
- Highly organized with attention to detail and strong documentation skills.
- Strong technical and analytical skills in diagnosing and repairing mechanical systems.
- Experience in the automotive, construction, or heavy machinery sector is required.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
Note: Mota Engil Group is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified female candidates and Persons With Disabilities (PWDs) are highly encouraged to apply.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates should apply online at the link below
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