Mechanical Maintenance Technician (3 Positions)

Location

Tenable in the Company at its various hydropower stations, this post reports to the Senior Mechanical Maintenance Engineer.

Brief Description of Duties and Responsibilities

• Carrying out preventive and corrective maintenance on mechanical systems and equipment within the power station to ensure reliable and efficient operation.
• Diagnosing, troubleshooting and rectifying mechanical faults on power plant equipment, installations, and associated facilities to minimize downtime and operational disruptions.
• Conduct routine inspections of mechanical installations, identifying defects or potential failures and documenting findings for maintenance planning and reporting purposes.
• Preparing and submitting material and spare parts requirements to the immediate supervisor to facilitate timely procurement and maintenance activities.
• Performing testing, commissioning and performance verification of repaired or newly installed mechanical equipment to ensure compliance with operational and safety standards.
• Installing, modifying and maintaining mechanical systems and equipment in accordance with approved designs, technical specifications and statutory regulations.
• Monitoring the performance and condition of mechanical equipment and recommending improvements or corrective actions to enhance reliability and efficiency.
• Ensuring compliance with mechanical records, faults reports and work completion documentation.
• Participating in plant outages, shutdowns and emergency maintenance activities as required.

Job Specifications

• A holder of an Advanced Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or City and Guilds Diploma in Mechanical Engineering obtained from well recognized, reputable and accredited institutions.
• Must have at least 3 years’ post qualification experience in manufacturing, machine maintenance or related industry.
• Physically fit and willing to work odd hours and weekends.
• Should be aged between 25 and 40.

Method of Application

Interested people should submit applications attaching a comprehensive CV, relevant certificates, and names of three traceable referees to reach the undermentioned not later than Friday, 17 July 2026.

Acting Director of Human Resources Management and Development

Electricity Generation Company (MW) Ltd
Chayamba Building – Floor No. 4
P.O. Box 1567
BLANTYRE