Maintenance Engineer at Rapid Rentals Limited

JOB SUMMARY

• As a Maintenance Engineer at Rapid Rentals, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the proper functioning, maintenance, and repair of our generator sets.
• Your responsibilities will include performing repairs and maintenance overseeing generator installations, conducting inspections, troubleshooting electrical and mechanical issues, and ensuring the efficient operation of our generators.

GENERAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain accurate records of maintenance, repairs, and inspections.
• Generate reports on generator performance, maintenance activities, and recommended improvements.
• Provide on-call support and respond to emergency generator issues promptly.
• Conduct emergency repairs and troubleshooting to minimize downtime
• Ensure compliance with the industry standards, codes, and regulations.
• Adhere to safety protocols and promote a safe working environment during all generator-related activities
• Collaboration with other departments and team members to ensure seamless integration of generators into client projects.
• Communicate effectively with clients, colleagues, and suppliers regarding generator-related matters.

CORE DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Take ownership of all the generator fleet
• Carry out initial assessment of assets and present a condition report to the Operations and Logistics Manager on weekly basis.
• Recommend, oversee and carry out repairs as required.
• Create and maintain a proper log for signing generator sets in and out from jobs, certifying their condition before the next job.
• Ensure generator sets have maximum “uptime” and availability for work by keeping close control over servicing, repairs, adjustments (screws, bolts, belts, battery terminals, doors, exhausts, etc.), and top-up (of lubricant, grease, coolant, etc.).
• Carry out daily inspection of generator sets and oversee daily “warming”.
• Debrief field technicians following the usage of each generator set to discover any issues or incidents.
• Remove from service any asset found to be defective and commence immediate repair.
• Ensure all generator sets are serviced every 200hrs (max 240) intervals.
• Keep separate service and repair records of each generator/truck
• Maintain a spare parts inventory and handle parts orders in conjunction with your supervisor.
• Keep accurate records of all test, checks, and observations as required.
• Attend to machine breakdowns and solve/diagnose any mechanical/electrical failures.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

• Ensure that maintenance tasks are completed efficiently, minimizing downtime.
• Respond to emergency generator issues promptly to minimize disruption.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations in all maintenance activities.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance, repairs, and inspections
• Measure client satisfaction with generator performance and maintenance services.
• Adherence to preventive maintenance schedules to prevent breakdowns
• Ability to diagnose and resolve generator issues effectively.

REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS JOB

KEY SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS

• A bachelor’s degree or HND in Electrical Engineering or a related field
• Proficient in generator maintenance and repair techniques capable of working on generators up to 1000KVA.
• Minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience in fault-finding and servicing of Cummins diesel engines and generator sets.
• Technical understanding of synchronized control systems.
• Excellent fault finding and diagnostic skills.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations
• Excellent communication skills with a flexible, adaptable approach to working.
• Ability to work accurately under pressure without supervision and as a team
• Ability to interact well with superiors, customers and colleagues professionally
• Ability to drive with a valid driver’s license