Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor

Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor Jobs in Ndola – Join Wärtsilä

Wärtsilä Energy is at the forefront of the global transition towards a 100% renewable energy future. We empower our partners to accelerate decarbonisation through cutting-edge technologies and advanced power system modelling. Our expertise spans decarbonisation services, future-fuel enabled balancing power plants, hybrid solutions, energy storage, and optimisation technology, including the GEMS Digital Energy Platform. We are currently seeking a skilled Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor in Ndola, Copperbelt, Zambia, to join our dedicated team.

About Wärtsilä and the Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor Role

Wärtsilä has delivered 79 GW of power plant capacity and installed more than 130 energy storage systems across 180 countries worldwide. In this dynamic energy sector, we continuously seek future-oriented talent committed to innovation and sustainability. As a Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor, you will coordinate and oversee maintenance activities on-site, ensuring optimal operational performance while adhering strictly to safety and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities for Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor Jobs in Ndola

• Supervise and coordinate maintenance activities, scheduling tasks and managing resources to meet operational targets and deadlines.
• Lead and mentor the maintenance team, providing training, guidance, and support to foster a safe, collaborative, and productive work environment.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental regulations, and company policies throughout all maintenance operations.
• Manage the availability and proper use of tools, parts, and other resources necessary for maintenance work.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders to coordinate activities, resolve issues, and promote continuous process improvements.

Qualifications and Experience Required

• Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• 5 to 8 years of relevant experience in mechanical maintenance supervision.
• Hands-on experience working with Wärtsilä engines is highly desirable.
• Strong operational knowledge with the ability to coordinate shift activities efficiently.

Professional Skills and Competencies

• Proven leadership abilities with experience managing and motivating teams to achieve high performance.
• Ability to identify, implement, and drive improvements to maintenance processes and workflows.
• Excellent communication skills to liaise with diverse internal and external contacts effectively.
• Commitment to upholding safety standards and promoting a culture of compliance.

Why Join Wärtsilä?

At Wärtsilä, we value diversity, inclusion, and equal employment opportunities. We believe everyone should be their authentic self and succeed based on merit and abilities. Join us to contribute towards enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services.

Application Details

This full-time opportunity is based in Ndola, Copperbelt, Zambia. The closing date for applications is 22 June 2026. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply online through the Wärtsilä careers portal:

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