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Engineering Mechanic Job at Rutongo Mines Ltd
Rutongo Mines Ltd
Job Description
The Engineering Mechanic is a multi-discipline technician responsible for performing a broad range of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, auto-electrical, fabrication, and installation tasks across the engineering function.
The role provides flexible, cross-trade support by performing repairs, modifications, new installations, equipment relocations, and structural fitting work across mining machinery and fixed plant environments.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
- Perform mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and auto-electrical repairs on mining machinery, vehicles, and fixed plant equipment as required.
- Carry out preventive maintenance tasks alongside the Maintenance Mechanics, contributing to the execution of the Preventive Maintenance Schedule (PMS).
- Diagnose multi-system failures that span mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical disciplines, and execute integrated repairs.
- Support specialist trades (welders, machinists, electricians) on jobs that require cross-trade coordination.
- Install new equipment, fixtures, and infrastructure on site under the direction of the Team Leader or Maintenance Supervisor.
- Carry out equipment relocations, alignments, and re-commissioning following modifications or refurbishments.
- Execute approved engineering modifications to existing equipment, ensuring changes are documented and signed off before return to service.
- Support the Engineering & Project Manager on capital projects with on-site fitting, installation, and commissioning tasks.
- Perform light fabrication tasks including basic welding, cutting, drilling, grinding, and metalwork to support repairs and installations.
- Manufacture simple brackets, supports, guards, and fittings as required to complete maintenance and installation work.
- Operate workshop machinery (grinders, drill presses, hand tools) safely and competently.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workshop environment in line with 5S principles.
- Conduct routine inspections of equipment across multiple disciplines to detect early signs of wear, damage, or failure.
- Use diagnostic tools (multimeters, pressure gauges, alignment tools, basic vibration meters) to assess equipment condition.
- Identify and report potential improvements or modifications that could improve equipment reliability.
- Identify required spare parts, fabrication materials, and consumables for assigned tasks.
- Raise parts requisitions through the Storekeeper and ensure correct parts are used during repairs and installations.
- Report parts and materials consumption accurately on every job card to support inventory tracking by the Data Administrator.
- Ensure all engineering activities are performed in compliance with company policies, safety standards, and environmental regulations.
- Apply Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO) procedures and conduct pre-task risk assessments before working on any equipment.
- Use Hot Work Permits and confined-space procedures where applicable, particularly during welding, cutting, or installation work.
- Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times in the workshop and on the field.
- Participate in safety meetings, toolbox talks, and risk assessments to promote a safe working environment.
- Report all incidents, near-misses, and hazards immediately to the Team Leader or Maintenance Supervisor.
- Accurately document all engineering, maintenance, and installation activities on job cards, including parts used, materials consumed, time spent, and issues encountered.
- Submit completed job cards to the Team Leader and Data Administrator at the end of each shift.
- Produce sketches, as-built notes, or simple modification records for installation and modification work.
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