# Auto Mechanic

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Company: Yalelo

Category: Engineering

Location: Zambia, Siavonga

Work type: Full-time

Work arrangement: On-site

Published: 2026-07-07

Expires: 2026-08-21

## Job Description

Location
Siavonga, Zambia – 10101

Job role

Preventive and Corrective Maintenance

·       Scheduled maintenance tasks completed on time

·       Servicing equipment according to company procedure and OEM recommendations

·       Equipment reliability maintained at target levels and Minimising repeat failures after repair

Breakdown diagnosis and Repair

·       Faults diagnosed accurately and within acceptable response times

·       Repairs completed efficiently with minimal downtime

·       Mechanical breakdowns reduced overtime through consistency inspection

Inspection and Condition Monitoring 

·       Identifying early signs of wear or failure and making sure Inspection reports are completed accurately

·       Equipment lifespan improved through proactive maintenance

·       Replacing components before catastrophic failure

Component overhaul and replacement 

·       Engines, gearboxes, brakes, suspension, steering, and drivetrain components repaired correctly.

·       Components fitting within specified tolerances with zero rework caused by poor workmanship

·       High repair quality maintained.

Equipment reliability and Continuous Improvement 

·       Downtime reduction through effective maintenance.

·       Repair costs controlled through proper asset care

·       Consistently achieving reliability targets

Teamwork and communication 

·       Defects reported promptly and maintenance records updated accurately

·       Good collaboration with operators and supervisors

·       Positive contribution to team performance

Health, Safety and Environment Compliance

·       Full compliance with HSE policies, procedures, permit-to-work system and correct use of PPE and adherence to safe work practices.

·       Good housekeeping maintained in all areas and no environmental incidents resulting from maintenance activities.

Must have skills

• Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical faults efficiently. • Repairing engines and carrying out mechanical assemblies • Prepare maintenance reports and work records. • Conduct equipment inspections and servicing. • Read and interpret engineering manuals. • Manage multiple maintenance tasks and priorities.

Good to have skills

• High level of integrity and accountability. • Strong safety awareness and commitment to safe work practices. • Attention to detail and quality workmanship. • Initiative and proactive problem-solving ability • Ability to work under pressure during breakdown situations. • Self-motivation and ability to work with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

- Minimum of a Trade certificate or Diploma in Motor vehicle mechanics.

- Must be a registered member of Engineering Institute of Zambia (EIZ)

- Full Grade Twelve (12) Certificate

- ZAQA certified academic qualifications

- Minimum of 4 years mechanical maintenance experience

- Experience with heavy equipment or fleet maintenance

- Experience in working with hydraulic systems

- Experience in FMCG industry is an added advantage

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