Diesel Mechanic

About this role

A Diesel Mechanic at Dangote is responsible for inspecting, diagnosing, maintaining, servicing and repairing diesel powered vehicles, heavy equipment, generators and related systems to keep plant and fleet operations reliable and safe. The role supports preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance in a manufacturing or heavy industrial setting, ensuring compliance with safety, quality and environmental standards. The position requires hands-on experience with diesel engines and strong mechanical troubleshooting skills. It reports to the Mechanical Supervisor or Fleet Maintenance Supervisor and is based in Dangote's operations in Nigeria. The employer, Dangote Group, is a diversified manufacturing and logistics conglomerate with activities spanning cement, sugar, salt, flour, noodles, poly products, real estate, and port management.

What you would do

• Perform preventive maintenance on diesel engines, generators, trucks, forklifts and other heavy equipment according to schedules and OEM guidelines
• Diagnose faults in diesel engines, fuel, hydraulic, transmission, cooling and related systems
• Carry out repairs, overhauls and component replacements for diesel engines and related parts
• Maintain and repair hydraulic systems including pumps, cylinders, hoses and valves
• Test, commission and verify equipment readiness after maintenance
• Document inspections, repairs, parts usage and equipment history in maintenance records
• Ensure compliance with HSE standards during maintenance activities
• Utilise diagnostic and testing equipment for fault finding and verification
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, manuals and schematics as needed
• Collaborate with team and communicate findings to ensure downtime is minimised

What they are asking for

• National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Heavy Equipment Maintenance or related field OR Trade Test Grade I, II and III in Diesel Mechanics or similar
• Professional certifications such as Diesel Engine Maintenance, Heavy Equipment Maintenance, Automotive Diagnostics, and HSE certification are advantageous
• Minimum of three years of industrial experience in diesel engine maintenance or related heavy equipment maintenance
• Experience with maintenance of diesel engines, generators, trucks, forklifts and mobile/heavy equipment
• Ability to read mechanical drawings, manuals and schematics and use diagnostic tools
• Strong fault diagnosis, problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Good teamwork, communication and ability to work under pressure
• Willingness to work shifts, overtime and emergency maintenance as required
• Commitment to safety and quality in maintenance practices

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