Senior Technician

at Tata Africa Holdings
Location Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, United Republic of
Date Posted August 3, 2022
Category Engineering
Job Type Full-time
Currency TZS

Description

JOB DETAILS:
Senior Technician

Overall Responsibility
The Snr. Technician /Technician is responsible to assemble, maintain and repair machinery in the workshop or at the premises of the customer. He will be responsible for ensuring functionality and reliability of machines, engines and mechanical and electrical systems. They must also have manual dexterity and great attention to detail. They must be able to work with various machines and tools as well as follow all safety precautions

Key Responsibilities
• Do daily and weekly planning in conjunction with supervisor
• Build and assemble machines or mechanical components according to requirements

• Inspect machines, engines, transmissions etc. and run diagnostic tests to discover functionality issues
• Conduct repairs aiming for maximum reliability
• Troubleshoot reported problems and resolve them in a timely manner
• Perform thorough maintenance on machinery, equipment and systems
• Clean and apply lubricants to machinery components
• Replenish fluids and components of engines and machinery
• Provide consultation on correct maintenance and preventative measures to machine or vehicle users

• Undertake other duties as assigned (e.g. repair of hydraulic systems, painting vehicles etc.)
• Keep logs and time sheets daily of work and report on issues
• Always strive for professionalism and continuous uptime.

Desired Profile
• Proven experience as Diesel Mechanic
• Honest and Trustworthy
• Excellent knowledge of machinery and hydraulic, electrical and other systems and their components
• Aptitude in using various hand tools (screwdrivers, hammers etc.) and precision measurement tools (e.g. calipers, micrometers, voltmeters)
• Ability to follow established procedures and practices and read instruction, wiring diagrams, hydraulic diagrams, schematics etc.
• A strong commitment to all health and safety guidelines
• Very good communication skills
• A problem-solving ability
• Very good physical strength and stamina
• High school diploma is preferred; Certification from a vocational school or completion of apprenticeship is required.
• Valid certification (e.g. VETA) is preferred
• Having a valid driver’s license and clean driving record

Educational Qualifications:
• Advanced literacy and numeracy
• Certificate in mechanical repair/service

Relevant years of Experience:
• 3+ years

Applying Instructions

Interested and Qualified, Submit CV to
TATA AFRICA HOLDINGS (TANZANIA) LIMITED
Plot 1 & 2, Vingunguti Industrial Area, Nyerere Road
P.O. Box 40207, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania