Maintanance Engineer – Production Equipment

Job description

About PAZ Partners

Partners Manufacturing Limited (PAZ) is hiring! They are establishing a state-of-the-art factory in Lusaka to produce high-quality boots, shoes, and uniforms. As they gear up for their launch, they seek skilled professionals to join their team.

Talent House Limited is proud to be PAZ Partners’ hiring partner, supporting their vision of building a high-performing workforce that will drive innovation and excellence in manufacturing

About the role:

The Maintenance Engineer (3) will be responsible for performing preventive and corrective maintenance on the factory’s machinery, equipment, and building systems. The technician will work closely with other maintenance staff and operators of equipment to resolve issues quickly and minimize downtime.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform routine preventive maintenance tasks on production machinery.
Troubleshoot and repair equipment malfunctions to ensure the continuous operation of production lines.
Respond promptly to maintenance requests from production staff and diagnose issues with equipment.
Assist in the installation and setup of new machinery and equipment within the factory.
Ensure that all equipment is installed according to manufacturer specifications and safety regulations.
Test equipment after installation to verify proper functionality.
Maintain accurate records of all maintenance activities, including repairs, inspections,   and preventive maintenance tasks.
Work closely with production staff to ensure that maintenance activities do not interfere with production schedules.

Qualifications:

Technical diploma or certification in mechanical, electrical, or industrial maintenance.
Bachelor’s Degree in mechanical or electrical engineering is preferred
Minimum of 2-4 years of proven experience in maintenance of industrial shoe or similar manufacturing machines.
Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, electrical systems, and production machinery.
Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment.
Basic welding and fabrication skills.
Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite and familiarity with maintenance management software is a plus.
Member of EIZ

To Apply:

A CV detailing relevant experience.
Contact details for professional references.
Applications should be sent to pazrecruitment@gmail.com with the subject line as follows:  [Job Title] Application – [Your Name]