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  • Posted: Jun 5, 2018
    Deadline: Jun 7, 2018
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    Lan-x Africa Limited was incorporated in the Republic of Kenya on the 15th day of June 2001 with a broad objective of helping millions of individuals and business organizations in Africa to solve personal and organizational challenges. The core business of the company is to provide high impact training services, top of class business & management cons...
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    Maintenance Technician

    Salary: Ksh 25,500

    Overall Responsibility: Under supervision Operations manager, performs duties in the implementation of maintenance management of a fleet in operations yard; performs technical work in vehicle and equipment mechanics as needed.

    The holder of this role reports to Operations Manager

    Roles

    • Responsible for the maintenance and repair of all Company fleet.
    • Implements and monitors a preventive maintenance program to ensure cost effective maintenance and a scheduled maintenance program to provide maintenance by manufacturers specifications.
    • Maintains a complete inventory system through recording of all expenditures of each vehicle, maintenance equipment, fuel, repair parts, supplies, etc.
    • Monitors user departments by analysis of vehicle and equipment utilization and evaluation of equipment specifications.
    • Implements and maintains a mechanic training and certification program to provide needed technical skills for mechanics in repair of automobiles and heavy equipment.
    • Enforces city safety practices and procedures and ensures employees receive appropriate safety training.
    • Replaces parts; repairs parts; repairs electrical systems; diagnoses vehicles for minor body and fender work; performs tune ups and engine overhauls; troubleshoots problems when needed.
    • Examines reports for accuracy on each vehicle and piece of equipment repaired; writes reports on vehicles and equipment repaired. Makes daily, weekly and monthly report to Operations Manager.
    • Keeps maintenance repair records; performs preventive maintenance on all departmental vehicles; orders repair parts.
    • Checks all repair work performed in yard for completeness. This includes physical inspections and road tests before vehicle is turned back to users.
    • Performs related duties as required.

    Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

    • Reliable and committed to completing tasks on time.
    • Knowledge of methods, techniques and procedures involved in maintenance repairs and replacement.
    • Knowledge of an automated Fleet Management Information System.
    • Considerable knowledge of safety practices and techniques in mechanics;
    • knowledge of diesel and gas engine mechanics
    • Considerable knowledge of City shops and the parts and supplies required.
    • Ability to plan, organize and direct the work of skilled, semi-skilled, and unskilled employees engaged in repair and maintenance of vehicles and equipment.
    • Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose and repair equipment with accuracy and speed; ability to create effective working relationships with employees.
    • Ability to coordinate programs, prepare reports and maintain accurate records.
    • Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.

    Job Requirements

    • Minimum diploma holder in mechanical/automotive engineering or any other related field and a minimum of 3 years in a similar role or at least 7 years’ on hand experience in commercial trucks, machinery or equipment maintenance and repairs mechanic.
    • Class BCE Driving license and experience in driving Lorries. License to operate plant/machinery will be an added advantage.
    • Ability to understand Company’s policy on fleet repairs and maintenance.
    • Must be on 24-hour call.

    KPIs

    • Failure rates and prediction of failures
    • Operating and maintenance efficiency and effectiveness including maintenance costs
    • Work completion/outstanding Rates
    • Reliability improvement and operating risk reduction
    • Quality of execution/Response
    • Safety audits

    Method of Application

    Interested candidates who meet the requirements are invited to send their CV to jobs@lanxafrica.co.ke clearly indicating the job title on the subject line on or before 7th June 2018

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