MECHANICAL FITTER – CRUSHER OPERATIONS (MaiMahiu)

Our client a leading quarry and engineering operations company is seeking to recruit a competent, experienced and hands-on Mechanical Fitter to support the maintenance, reliability and efficient operation of its crushing plant. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Carry out preventive and corrective mechanical maintenance on crusher equipment and associated machinery.Inspect, troubleshoot and repair mechanical faults on crushers, conveyors, feeders and related plant equipment.Conduct routine equipment inspections and identify potential mechanical problems before breakdowns occur.Carry out planned maintenance, servicing and repairs in accordance with established maintenance schedules.Assist in the installation, alignment, adjustment and commissioning of mechanical equipment.Carry out equipment dismantling, fitting, replacement and reassembly of mechanical components as required.Inspect components such as bearings, shafts, belts, pulleys, gears and other wear parts and recommend replacement where necessary.Monitor equipment condition and promptly report defects, unusual wear, vibrations and other maintenance requirements.Respond to plant breakdowns and carry out timely repairs to restore operations.Maintain accurate maintenance records and report completed maintenance and repair work.Work closely with the Engineering and Production teams to minimise equipment downtime and improve plant reliability.Ensure tools, equipment and work areas are properly maintained and used safely.Comply with all company Health & Safety procedures, maintenance standards and safe working practices. 🎓 QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE Minimum Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent qualification.Relevant hands-on experience in mechanical maintenance, preferably within a quarrying, manufacturing, construction or heavy industrial environment.Previous experience working with crushers and crushing plants is highly desirable.Good knowledge of mechanical maintenance, equipment servicing and mechanical fault-finding.Practical experience with conveyors, bearings, shafts, pulleys, belts, gearboxes and other industrial machinery is an advantage.Ability to diagnose mechanical faults and carry out effective repairs.Ability to work under pressure and respond effectively to equipment breakdowns.Strong commitment to workplace Health & Safety and good maintenance practices.Ability to work independently and effectively as part of a technical team.Physically fit and comfortable working in a demanding industrial environment.

• Carry out preventive and corrective mechanical maintenance on crusher equipment and associated machinery. • Inspect, troubleshoot and repair mechanical faults on crushers, conveyors, feeders and related plant equipment. • Conduct routine equipment inspections and identify potential mechanical problems before breakdowns occur. • Carry out planned maintenance, servicing and repairs in accordance with established maintenance schedules. • Assist in the installation, alignment, adjustment and commissioning of mechanical equipment. • Carry out equipment dismantling, fitting, replacement and reassembly of mechanical components as required. • Inspect components such as bearings, shafts, belts, pulleys, gears and other wear parts and recommend replacement where necessary. • Monitor equipment condition and promptly report defects, unusual wear, vibrations and other maintenance requirements. • Respond to plant breakdowns and carry out timely repairs to restore operations. • Maintain accurate maintenance records and report completed maintenance and repair work. • Work closely with the Engineering and Production teams to minimise equipment downtime and improve plant reliability. • Ensure tools, equipment and work areas are properly maintained and used safely. • Comply with all company Health & Safety procedures, maintenance standards and safe working practices. • Minimum Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent qualification. • Relevant hands-on experience in mechanical maintenance, preferably within a quarrying, manufacturing, construction or heavy industrial environment.