Mechanical Engineer / Machinist at African Foundries Limited

Job Description

• Leading the maintenance team that comprises the fitter mechanic, assistant mechanic, welders, plumber to effect
• Routine breakdown maintenance of all overhead moving crane, 10-40 tons
• Preventive maintenance of overhead moving crane, induction furnace, pumps unit and hydraulic unit
• Routine/breakdown refurbishment of furnace unit, piping network and pump house unit including the cooling tower
• Effecting the routine check up on rail line and all crane unit furnace and pump unit
• Preventive/breakdown maintenance of cooling pump, mono pump and emergency pumps and the cooling tower
• Working with the shift manager in preparation and indenting of material needed for the plant as a whole
• Planning of monthly/annual preventive maintenance for all the plant machinery and equipment
• Weekly/monthly report compilation, crane report breakdown history, furnace report breakdown history and pumps
• Using scrap material to make new emergency spare parts for crane, pumps and hydraulic unit ei. Shaft, floating shaft
• Effecting machinery of indent spare parts to actual size ei. gear coupling, gears, shaft and bushing
• Ensuring pollution control unit work well
• Preparing efficient report if any
• Management of the maintenance workers and effecting discipline when its needed and enforce safety
• Adhere to good housekeeping habits
• Ensure health and Safety policies and procedures are followed
• Any other duty assigned by HOD
• Carrying out all Running / Breakdown Maintenance Activity without fail. Checking of all equipment as per check list.
• Carrying out Preventive Mechanical Activity.
• Ability to dismantle & assemble the complex assemblies like pump/motor/gear boxes etc.
• Attend to all pending maintenance jobs that are likely to hinder smooth production
• Perform AD-HOC duties as assigned by Shift Engineer / Superior.
• Cooperate and supervise together with SMS, CCM & Rolling Mill Manager the production line, mainly with respect to trouble free operation.

Requirements

• Cndidates should possess Bachelor's Degrees
• 3 - 5 years relevant work experience in Steel manufacturing industries.
• Proven track record of successfully maintaining and troubleshooting diverse mechanical equipment.
• In-depth knowledge of mechanical systems, components, and consumables.
• Expertise in mechanical problem-solving and repair techniques.