Role Purpose
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Artisan (Electrical, Mechanical & Civil) to perform maintenance and repair tasks on agriculture-related machinery, equipment, and infrastructure. This role involves hands-on repair, routine inspections, breakdown management, and adherence to health and safety standards, contributing to operational efficiency in the agricultural environment.
Minimum Requirements
Qualifications:
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Trade Certificate in Electrical
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Valid Driver’s License
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Wireman’s License (advantageous)
Experience:
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Minimum 2 years in mechanical and civil maintenance or repair
Skills & Knowledge:
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Supervisory and leadership capabilities
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Working knowledge of disciplinary procedures
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Strong administrative skills
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Mechanical, plumbing, and boilermaking experience
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Ability to read and interpret maintenance manuals and technical diagrams
Key Responsibilities
Technical Duties
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Conduct routine inspections of agricultural machinery and infrastructure in line with supplier maintenance manuals.
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Execute planned preventative maintenance and emergency repairs.
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Respond to equipment breakdowns and implement efficient corrective action.
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Support handymen with technical guidance on faults outside their scope.
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Issue daily Certificates of Compliance for engineering-related repairs.
Tool and Equipment Management
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Identify and maintain the correct tools, equipment, and materials.
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Ensure tools are well-maintained and safely stored after each use.
SHEQ Compliance
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Maintain safe and secure working conditions.
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Follow all health, safety, and environmental protocols.
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Ensure Total Integrated Management System (TIMS) documentation is consistently applied.
Teamwork & Leadership
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Supervise, train, and develop handymen to artisan level.
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Discipline team members where necessary following company procedures.
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Promote collaboration, ownership, and accountability within the maintenance team.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
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Health and Safety Compliance
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Timely and quality completion of repairs and maintenance
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Effective prioritization and scheduling of tasks
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Accurate problem identification and resolution
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Completion and accuracy of job cards, time sheets, and compliance certificates
General Responsibilities
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Maintain records of all maintenance work including spare part requisitions (SSR) and purchase requests (BR).
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Participate in standby duties as required.
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Provide daily feedback and reports to the supervisor.
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Support the implementation of the departmental training and development plan.