Job Description

MECHANICAL ENGINEER
We have been exclusively retained by our client, a well-established and substantial agri-based
company to assist with the recruitment and selection of a suitably qualified Mechanical
Engineer. The incumbent will be responsible for managing Engineering Maintenance,
optimising and maintaining critical plant operations. The position reports directly to the
Engineering Manager. The position is based out of Harare.

Duties and Responsibilities

Key Job Functions:
❖ Develop annual maintenance plans.
❖ Participate in procurement, negotiations with outside parties, and quality control
during manufacture and installation, acceptance testing and commissioning of
equipment.
❖ Compile and control expenditure on maintenance, materials, employment, and
capital budgets.
❖ Conceptualise, develop, and deliver capital expenditure projects.
❖ Develop a capital improvement plan and manage various projects within the plant as
required.
❖ Ensure product throughput is maximized or optimized with the supply departments,
ensuring minimal losses through effective maintenance and controls.
❖ Manage performance, including coaching and development of employees.

Qualifications and Experience

Requirements for the Job:
❖ Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
❖ At least 3 years of Engineering experience, managing maintenance of Boilers,
Turbines, Front end, or Back end.
❖ A holder of Government Certificate of Competency for Factories.
❖ Registered with the Zimbabwe Institute of Engineers.
❖ Proficiency in using various computer applications and software relevant to
mechanical engineering.
❖ Strong knowledge and experience in developing and managing maintenance
schedules.
❖ Holder of a clean class four driver’s licence.
❖ Must be prepared to work on standby and unplanned overtime.
❖ In-depth understanding of Safety, Health, and Environmental (SHE) procedures.