Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

About the role

The Mechanical Maintenance Engineer ensures the efficient operation of all mechanical components within the power grid. Working on‑site at Talomo, the role involves regular inspections, troubleshooting, and coordination with plant mechanics to maintain turbine and grid reliability.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct weekly inspections of plant mechanical systems, focusing on turbine parts, vibration, and temperature to prevent bearing damage.
• Report abnormalities to the team leader and obtain repair approvals.
• Lead toolbox meetings with mechanics to discuss concerns and abnormal findings.
• Implement and monitor work orders, ensuring they are completed within budget, quality standards, and schedule.
• Prepare work schedules, track attendance and overtime, and encode daily time records for payroll.
• Generate monthly accomplishment reports for mechanical maintenance activities.
• Support ISO compliance, hazard identification, risk assessment, and update ORMP forms as required.
• Assist in equipment rehabilitation, ensuring correct installation of parts.
• Prepare billing reports for mechanical maintenance contracts.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Experience in mechanical maintenance of power generation equipment, preferably turbines.
• Ability to supervise and evaluate plant mechanics.
• Strong understanding of ISO standards and risk assessment procedures.
• Good communication skills for reporting and coordinating with teams.

Required skills

• Mechanical inspection
• Vibration analysis
• Temperature monitoring
• Maintenance scheduling
• ISO standards compliance
• Risk assessment
• Turbine maintenance