Senior Heavy Plant Mechanic

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and hands-on Heavy Equipment Mechanic responsible for responding to mechanical emergencies, conducting inspections, and performing fault diagnostics on heavy-duty machinery such as trucks, cranes, and bulldozers. The successful candidate should be proficient in adjusting equipment, replacing faulty parts, and carrying out major and routine repairs.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Respond to and resolve mechanical emergencies through effective diagnostics and repair.
• Conduct major repairs and rebuilds of diesel engines, transmissions, and hydraulic pumps for heavy equipment such as backhoes and wheel loaders.
• Plan and execute comprehensive maintenance schedules, including routine servicing, lubrication, and safety inspections to prevent breakdowns.
• Supervise workshop operations, assign tasks and provide technical training to junior mechanics
• Service specialized equipment such as diesel generators (CAT, PERKINS, Kohler, and BH models), water pumps, outboard engines, cranes, and construction machinery.
• Cleaning, lubricating, and conducting routine services on heavy-duty vehicles and machine attachments such as hydraulic horse pipes, blades, and side booms.
• Reporting damaged or faulty equipment to management.

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field from a recognized institution. Government Trade Test (GTT) certification is a strong advantage.
• Certification as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic or Diesel Mechanic from a recognized technical institution.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience working as a diesel or heavy equipment mechanic
• Demonstrated ability to diagnose and repair complex mechanical and hydraulic systems.
• In-depth knowledge of diesel engines and heavy construction machinery, including dozers, backhoes, concrete mixers, generators, vibrators, and rammers.
• Familiarity with modern diagnostic and testing technologies and tools.
• Ability to safely lift, move, and operate heavy machinery and perform physically demanding tasks in outdoor and workshop environments.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to document work, report issues clearly, and collaborate effectively with team members and supervisors.

How to Apply

Please send your CV and cover letter expressing your interest and qualifications to recruit@victoryfarmskenya.com, Indicate the Job Title as the email subject – Senior Heavy Plant Mechanic