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Job Description

About Us
Emerging Cooking Solutions (Zambia) Limited, trading as SupaMoto, is a leader in the Advanced Biomass Cooking sector. Our Ndola factory processes waste biomass into high-quality fuel pellets, offering a clean and affordable alternative to charcoal.

Position Overview
We are seeking a skilled and proactive Maintenance Technician with expertise in both mechanical and electrical systems. This is a hands-on technical role focused on maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing machinery to ensure maximum uptime, efficiency, and compliance with Health, Safety, Environment, and Sustainability (HSES) standards.

Unlike supervisory or engineering roles, this position is primarily execution-focused: the technician will carry out maintenance tasks, ensuring machines run smoothly and safely.

Key Responsibilities
1. Mechanical Maintenance

• Perform scheduled and preventive maintenance on production machinery (woodchippers, hammermills, pelletizers, conveyors, blowers, etc.).
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical faults quickly to minimize downtime.
• Maintain accurate service and repair logs for all equipment.
• Assist in machine setup and alignment to ensure efficient operation.

2. Electrical Maintenance

• Install, inspect, and repair wiring, controls, sensors, and motors.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical issues, including motor control systems and circuits.
• Ensure compliance with electrical codes, safety standards, and company HSES protocols.
• Collaborate with engineers and supervisors during system upgrades or modifications.

3. Preventive Maintenance & Safety

• Follow and improve preventive maintenance schedules to extend equipment lifespan.
• Apply the Lockout-Tagout (LOTO) system when performing maintenance to ensure safe shutdown.
• Conduct regular inspections to identify potential failures and act before breakdowns occur.
• Work closely with the Production Supervisor to coordinate servicing schedules.

4. Health, Safety, Environment & Sustainability (HSES)

• Adhere strictly to HSES standards, including PPE usage, safe handling of tools, and correct procedures.
• Report any incidents, near misses, or unsafe practices immediately.
• Support waste management and environmental practices in line with company goals.

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma/Certificate in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Maintenance (or equivalent technical qualification).
• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in hands-on maintenance in a factory/industrial setting.
• Strong working knowledge of both mechanical and electrical systems, including motors, wiring, and hydraulics.
• Ability to read and interpret manuals, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Practical knowledge of Lockout-Tagout (LOTO) and other safety systems.
• Hands-on, problem-solving approach with strong attention to detail.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong troubleshooting ability (mechanical and electrical).
• Safety-conscious and disciplined in following procedures.
• Effective time management and ability to prioritize urgent repairs.
• Team player, able to work with production staff and supervisors.
• Record-keeping and basic reporting skills.

Working Conditions

• Industrial factory environment, with regular exposure to machinery, noise, and dust.
• Use of PPE is mandatory.
• Occasional overtime or weekend shifts may be required to support production targets.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

The Maintenance Technician will be evaluated on practical performance and contribution to factory operations, with focus on machine uptime, safety, and quality of work.

1. Equipment Availability

• Keep unplanned downtime on assigned machines below 5% of production hours.
• Complete daily readiness checks for all machines before shifts.

2. Preventive Maintenance Compliance

• Achieve ≥90% completion rate of scheduled preventive maintenance tasks on time.
• 100% of preventive maintenance work recorded in the maintenance log.

3. Repair Responsiveness & Efficiency

• Average response time to breakdowns: under 30 minutes.
• First-time fix rate: ≥90%.
• Complete repair reports within 24 hours of intervention.

4. Safety & HSES Compliance

• Zero safety incidents arising from maintenance work.
• 100% adherence to Lockout-Tagout (LOTO) procedures and PPE use.

5. Work Quality & Record Keeping

• Maintain accurate and complete records for 100% of maintenance tasks.
• Provide clear fault reports and recommendations to the Production Supervisor.

6. Collaboration with Production

• Coordinate repairs with the Production Supervisor to minimize disruption.
• Report recurring issues and propose improvement actions to reduce repeat faults.

Why Join Us?

• Contribute to Zambia’s leading clean energy company, delivering sustainable alternatives to charcoal.
• Be part of a hands-on technical team keeping production moving.
• Opportunities for technical skill development and future career growth.