Operations · Full-time
Recruitment agency · Bridge Talent GroupMaintenance Technician (Manufacturing)
Employer not disclosed by agency
NairobiMid level · Not statedDeadline not stated by agencyChecked 13 Nov 2026
About this role
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Role overview
A leading aluminium extrusion and manufacturing company in Nairobi is seeking a Maintenance Technician. This full-time role suits someone with strong skills in both electrical and mechanical industrial maintenance. It is ideal for a mid-level professional experienced in manufacturing environments.
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What you will do
- Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical faults on industrial machinery and production equipment.
- Maintain and troubleshoot motors, control panels, contactors, relays, breakers, sensors, switches, VFDs, starters, and basic PLC systems.
- Service mechanical components such as gearboxes, bearings, shafts, couplings, chains, sprockets, rollers, conveyors, pumps, and rotating equipment.
- Troubleshoot and maintain hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
- Perform electrical and mechanical installations, equipment relocation, modifications, and commissioning.
- Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, mechanical drawings, and equipment manuals.
- Carry out preventive and corrective maintenance, including equipment alignment, lubrication, welding, fabrication, and assembly, while keeping accurate maintenance records.
- Apply safety procedures such as LOTO and support continuous improvement initiatives like TPM, Kaizen, and 5S to enhance equipment reliability and reduce downtime.
- Collaborate with production and operations teams to minimise downtime and maximise equipment availability.
Requirements
- Bachelor's or Diploma in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, mechatronics, industrial maintenance, or a related technical field.
- At least 5 years of practical industrial maintenance experience, preferably in manufacturing or equipment-intensive settings.
- Hands-on skills in both electrical and mechanical maintenance.
- Experience in industrial installations, machinery commissioning, fault diagnosis, and troubleshooting.
- Ability to work independently and solve complex equipment breakdowns with minimal supervision.
- Knowledge of three-phase systems, motors, VFDs, sensors, control panels, PLC troubleshooting, hydraulics, pneumatics, gearboxes, bearings, and rotating equipment.
- Experience in welding, fabrication, mechanical fitting, and general industrial maintenance.
How to apply
Apply through the employer's official contact by submitting your application as instructed. The employer has not published a closing date.