Auto Mechanic - HPW Fresh & Dry

HPW Fresh and Dry Ltd is a fruit processing company. HPW is synonymous with fresh from harvest fruit, crisp and crunchy vegetables from Africa and Asia. We develop stand-alone products for our customers that meet the most exacting quality standards and offer maximum availability - for wholesalers and retailers, as well as for the food industry.

Job Description

• Department: Technical
• Reports to: Energy Engineer
• Location: Onsite at HPW Fresh and Dry Ghana, Adeiso, E/R, Ghana

Job Purpose

Maintain all the auto-mechanical equipment in the facility and eliminate breakdowns.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Inspect all engines and auxiliary equipment to diagnose problems accurately.
• Conduct routine preventive maintenance on all equipment prescribed by the maintenance system. 
• Repair or replace dysfunctional parts and fix issues (e.g., leaks)
• Provide accurate estimates (cost, time, effort) for a repair or maintenance job.
• Complete and submit all documentation related to the maintenance of machines.
• Maintain equipment and tools in good condition.
• Train machine operators on the safe use of machines.
• Endeavour to keep all necessary parts for machine maintenance.
• Follow all food safety standards.
• Follow all health and safety standards.
• Submit weekly reports on the machine and equipment maintenance.
• Endeavour to make mechanics available for emergency situations

Equipment/Tools to be used: Set of tools 

• Departamental relations: Maintains contact with all departments
• External relations: Maintains contact with 3rd party contractors related to auto maintenance

Physical Requirements:

• A lot of walking, standing, squatting, sitting, and lifting of materials are required on the job 

Required Skills or Experience

• Minimum of HND in Mechanical and Electrical engineering with at least 2-4 years experience in a similar role

Technical and Personality Competencies:

• Good communication skills
• Excellent computer skills
• Effective technical skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Creativity and innovative
• Teamworking skills
• Ability to spot problems
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to work during odd hours