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Kampala, Uganda
Full Time
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About the Organisation
Mota-Engil is a globally recognized engineering and construction group committed to shaping infrastructure that drives sustainable development, with a mission to deliver innovative, high-quality, and socially responsible solutions across engineering, energy, environment, logistics, and transport sectors. Founded in 1946 in Portugal, the company has grown into a multinational powerhouse operating in over 20 countries across Europe, Africa, and Latin America, known for its technical excellence, resilience, and capacity to manage complex, large-scale projects.
Mota-Engil fosters a dynamic and inclusive work culture that emphasizes professional development, safety, and innovation, offering employees diverse career paths, international mobility, and flexible work arrangements that align with evolving industry demands. Its business model is grounded in innovation, sustainability, and strategic partnerships, allowing the company to remain agile and competitive in a fast-changing global market.
Upholding core values of ambition, integrity, teamwork, and global vision, Mota-Engil is committed to making a positive impact through extensive corporate social responsibility initiatives, including environmental conservation, community infrastructure development, education programs, and health outreach. With thousands of employees worldwide and a robust project portfolio spanning roads, railways, airports, and energy infrastructure, Mota-Engil continues to shape the future of construction with a long-term, people-centered approach. For more information, visit www.mota-engil.com.
Job Title
Mechanical Engineer job at Mota-Engil
Mota-Engil
Job Description
Job Title: Mechanical Engineer
Organisation: Mota-Engil Africa
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for executing maintenance control activities for heavy equipment and machinery within the project workshop. This includes planning, implementing, and monitoring preventive and corrective maintenance schedules to ensure equipment availability, reliability, and performance.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Plan, implement, and monitor maintenance control systems to ensure consistent performance and availability of heavy equipment.
Carry out equipment inspections, diagnostics, and maintenance as per service schedules.
Manage maintenance records and track equipment history.
Perform preventive and corrective maintenance in accordance with established maintenance plans.
Analyze breakdown trends and recommend solutions to improve equipment reliability.
Maintain up-to-date documentation of all maintenance activities, including parts used and time spent.
Ensure all maintenance activities comply with safety, quality, and performance standards.
Coordinate with procurement and stores teams for timely availability of spare parts and consumables.
Support continuous improvement of maintenance processes and reduce equipment downtime.
Perform other related duties as may be assigned by the Equipment Manager.
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized institution.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in maintenance of heavy equipment, with a strong focus on maintenance controls.
Proficient in SAP and other Microsoft Office tools.
Highly organized with attention to detail and strong documentation skills.
Strong technical and analytical skills in diagnosing and repairing mechanical systems.
Experience in the automotive, construction, or heavy machinery sector is required.
Good communication and teamwork skills.
Note: Mota Engil Group is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified female candidates and Persons With Disabilities (PWDs) are highly encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
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