MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR TECHNICIAN – LUBRICANT BLENDING PLANT

JOB TITLE

MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR TECHNICIAN – LUBRICANT BLENDING PLANT

NATURE OF JOB

FULL TIME

INDUSTRY

LUBRICANT MANUFACTURING / INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTION

SALARY

KSHS.30,000-40,000 STARTING

JOB LOCATION

THIKA

JOB SUMMARY

The Maintenance and Repair Technician will be responsible for the repair, servicing, and preventive maintenance of production machinery within the lubricant blending facility.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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• Conduct routine inspections, maintenance, and repairs on all plant equipment, including blending tanks, pumps, mixers, filling lines, conveyors, and packaging machinery, ensuring consistent and reliable operation.
  
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and automation faults on production equipment; identify root causes and execute prompt corrective measures to minimize downtime and maintain continuous production flow.
  
• Implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs in line with the plant’s maintenance schedule, ensuring equipment longevity, safety, and optimal performance.
  
• Collaborate closely with production and quality assurance teams to coordinate machine availability, troubleshoot operational bottlenecks, and ensure production targets are achieved without compromising equipment integrity.
  
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date maintenance documentation, including service logs, fault reports, parts replacements, and maintenance schedules, using CMMS or manual systems as applicable.
  
• Monitor equipment performance trends to identify recurring issues, recommend process or design improvements, and assist in developing action plans to enhance plant reliability and efficiency.
  
• Support the installation, alignment, calibration, and commissioning of new machinery, system upgrades, and auxiliary components, ensuring compliance with manufacturer specifications and safety standards.
  
• Inspect and maintain lubrication systems, seals, gaskets, valves, and bearings to ensure proper functioning and prevent contamination or leaks in blending and filling operations.
  
• Assist in inventory control of maintenance tools, spare parts, and consumables, ensuring availability of critical items for emergency repairs and planned maintenance activities.
  
• Ensure compliance with plant safety procedures and environmental standards, including proper use of PPE, lock-out/tag-out (LOTO) protocols, and adherence to ISO or HSE requirements.
  
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, contributing ideas for process optimization, energy efficiency, and equipment upgrades to support plant reliability and cost reduction goals.
  
• Provide technical support and mentorship to operators and junior maintenance staff, promoting knowledge sharing and consistent application of maintenance best practices.
  

KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION

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• Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field
  
• Proven hands-on experience in maintenance and troubleshooting of industrial production machines, particularly in lubricant blending, bottling, or manufacturing plants
  
• Strong understanding of pumps, gear systems, conveyors, and filling machines (manual, semi-automatic, and automatic types)
  
• Working knowledge of electrical and electronic controls, including sensors, PLC-based systems, and automation equipment
  
• Ability to perform preventive and corrective maintenance to minimize downtime and optimize machine performance
  
• Competence in reading and interpreting technical drawings, schematics, and manuals.
  
• Strong problem-solving, diagnostic, and analytical skills
  
• Commitment to safety procedures and adherence to maintenance best practices
  

HOW TO APPLY

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• If you meet the above qualifications, skills and experience share CV on jobs@britemanagement.com
  
• Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
  
• Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.