Vacancy: Mechanical Engineer An exciting opportunity has arisen at Khayah Cement for a suitably qualified and experienced Mechanical Engineer to join the Engineering Department.
Duties and Responsibilities
-Plan, execute, and oversee maintenance and repair of mechanical plant, equipment, and installations. -Lead troubleshooting, fault-finding, and optimisation of mechanical systems to minimise downtime. -Support plant operations during commissioning, kiln start-ups, shutdowns, and breakdowns. -Ensure strict adherence to mechanical safety standards and compliance with statutory requirements. -Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance schedules for mechanical assets. -Drive reliability improvement initiatives and continuous improvement of mechanical processes. -Provide technical support for capital projects, plant modifications, and process improvements. -Supervise, coach, and train artisans and technicians to maintain high levels of technical competence and safety discipline.
Qualifications and Experience
-Degree in Engineering, majoring in Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronics. -Minimum of 5 years’ post-traineeship experience in a heavy manufacturing or mining environment. -Experience in the cement industry will be a distinct advantage. -Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, including rotating equipment, hydraulics, pneumatics, gearboxes, conveyors, kilns, and mills. -Proven ability to interpret mechanical drawings and specifications. -Experience in maintenance planning, spares management, and maintenance cost control. -Excellent leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills. -Membership with the Engineering Council of Zimbabwe (ECZ) will be an added advantage.
How to Apply
Qualified and interested candidates are encouraged to submit their application and detailed CV to: 📧 [email protected]
