Background information about the job or company

Zambeef Products PLC is the largest integrated cold chain food products and agribusiness company in Zambia and one of the largest in the Southern Africa region. It is involved in the primary production, processing, distribution and retailing of beef, chicken, pork, eggs, dairy, fish, flour, stock feed and day-old chicks throughout Zambia and the surrounding region.

Zambeef Products PLC is an equal opportunity employer. We are looking to recruit enthusiastic candidates for the roles outlined below.

Responsibilities or duties

Managing the overall function of the Mechanical Workshop

Manage planned preventative and corrective mechanical maintenance on all of the company's vehicles

Diagnosing, adjusting, repairing, and overhauling vehicles, maintaining and repairing any type of diesel engines

Inspecting and verifying dimensions and clearances of parts to ensure conformance to factory specifications

Allocating and supervising work daily to the Mechanics team

Monitoring progress and inspecting completed work to ensure the Mechanics achieve the required standards

Undertaking unplanned work resulting from breakdowns and emergencies, which is to be dealt with efficiently (24-hour call-out)

Ensuring all log books, requisition books and departmental records are effectively maintained to enable stock control, ordering of parts, and all other workshop functions operate efficiently.

Determining vehicle condition by conducting inspections and diagnostic tests; identifying worn and damaged parts.

Producing weekly, monthly and annual statistics and reports.

Rewiring ignition systems, lights, and instrument panels.

Repairing radiator leaks.

Installing and repairing accessories such as radios, heaters, mirrors, and windshield wipers.

Examining vehicles to determine the extent of damage or malfunctions.

Test driving vehicles, and test components and systems, using equipment such as infrared engine analysers, compression gauges, and computerised diagnostic devices

Qualifications or requirements

Grade 12 Certificate

2 years or more proven experience as a Mechanic.

Ability to follow established procedures and practices and read instructions, blueprints, etc.

Qualified as a Diesel Mechanic.

Diploma in Heavy Duty Mechanics

Valid Driver’s License

Computer literate

Experience needed

2 years or more proven experience as a Mechanic.

Any other provided details

Excellent knowledge of machinery and hydraulic, electrical and other systems and their components.

A strong commitment to all health and safety guidelines.

Aptitude in using various hand tools and precision measurement tools.

Very good physical strength and stamina.

NB. All applicants must verify their local qualifications and/or verify and evaluate their foreign qualifications with the Zambia Qualifications Authority.

Zambeef Products PLC values gender diversity in the recruitment process, and as we promote gender equality, women are encouraged to apply.

• Managing the overall function of the Mechanical Workshop
• Manage planned preventative and corrective mechanical maintenance on all of the company's vehicles
• Diagnosing, adjusting, repairing, and overhauling vehicles, maintaining and repairing any type of diesel engines
• Inspecting and verifying dimensions and clearances of parts to ensure conformance to factory specifications
• Allocating and supervising work daily to the Mechanics team
• Monitoring progress and inspecting completed work to ensure the Mechanics achieve the required standards
• Undertaking unplanned work resulting from breakdowns and emergencies, which is to be dealt with efficiently (24-hour call-out)
• Ensuring all log books, requisition books and departmental records are effectively maintained to enable stock control, ordering of parts, and all other workshop functions operate efficiently.
• Determining vehicle condition by conducting inspections and diagnostic tests; identifying worn and damaged parts.
• Producing weekly, monthly and annual statistics and reports.
• Rewiring ignition systems, lights, and instrument panels.
• Repairing radiator leaks.
• Installing and repairing accessories such as radios, heaters, mirrors, and windshield wipers.
• Examining vehicles to determine the extent of damage or malfunctions.
• Test driving vehicles, and test components and systems, using equipment such as infrared engine analysers, compression gauges, and computerised diagnostic devices

• Excellent knowledge of machinery and hydraulic, electrical and other systems and their components.
• A strong commitment to all health and safety guidelines.
• Aptitude in using various hand tools and precision measurement tools.
• Very good physical strength and stamina.
• Ability to follow established procedures and practices and read instructions, blueprints, etc.
• Computer literate

• Grade 12 Certificate
• Qualified as a Diesel Mechanic.
• Diploma in Heavy Duty Mechanics
• Valid Driver’s License