Closing on: Nov 30, 2025

Location: Roo Bay Farm, Homabay

We are seeking a highly skilled and hands-on Heavy Equipment Mechanic responsible for responding to mechanical emergencies, conducting inspections, and performing fault diagnostics on heavy-duty machinery such as trucks, cranes, and bulldozers. The successful candidate should be proficient in adjusting equipment, replacing faulty parts, and carrying out major and routine repairs.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Respond to, diagnose, and resolve mechanical emergencies.
• Inspecting trucks, cranes, bulldozers, and other heavy equipment for proper performance.
• Diagnosing faults using specialized testing equipment where necessary.
• Adjusting equipment and replacing faulty parts.
• Repairing damaged equipment parts.
• Cleaning, lubricating, and conducting routine services on heavy-duty vehicles.
• Cleaning and servicing of machine attachments like winches, blades, and side booms.
• Performing major repair work when necessary.
• Reporting damaged or faulty equipment to management.

Skills and qualifications:

• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field from a recognized institution. Government Trade Test (GTT) certification is a strong advantage.
• Certification as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic or Diesel Mechanic from a recognized technical institution.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience working as a diesel or heavy equipment mechanic
• Demonstrated ability to diagnose and repair complex mechanical and hydraulic systems.
• In-depth knowledge of diesel engines and heavy construction machinery, including dozers, backhoes, concrete mixers, generators, vibrators, and rammers.
• Familiarity with modern diagnostic and testing technologies and tools.
• Ability to safely lift, move, and operate heavy machinery and perform physically demanding tasks in outdoor and workshop environments.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to document work, report issues clearly, and collaborate effectively with team members and supervisors.

Benefit:

• Visibility into the world’s fastest growing aquaculture company.
• Ideal for a candidate looking to dive into a mission-oriented Organization.
• The team is committed to the candidate’s success and will provide coaching, mentorship, and unique exposure to people and experiences that come from the most successful leaders in the entrepreneurial community and the social sector.