Mechanical Technician Trainee (Plant Maintenance) [Openings: 3]

Engineering

K sh 58,000 – 78,000 gross / month

Openings: 3 Location: Nairobi – Athi River / Mlolongo industrial belt (metro) Overview: Machines don’t fix themselves, and uptime is king. As a Maintenance Trainee, you’ll shadow senior fitters on preventive routes lubrication, belt swaps, alignments, and safety checks learning how a high-uptime processing line really runs. Every observation and note helps avoid breakdowns and keeps production flowing. Our client values curiosity, tidiness, and clear communication. You’ll use a CMMS to track work orders, record used parts, and hand over tasks with photos and notes, learning not just how to fix, but how to document repairs for repeatable success. Shutdowns are planned, fast, and safe; LOTO rules are non-negotiable. Daily tasks include lubrication rounds, assisting with belt and bearing changes, supporting shaft alignments, guard reinstalls, and keeping the work area organized. Toolbox talks and pre-shutdown prep teach you safety, sequencing, and anticipation of issues before they happen. This is hands-on learning at its finest. Every task you perform cleanly, safely, and accurately feeds into KPIs like PM compliance, repeat failures, and work-order close-out quality. You’ll see how precision and discipline prevent costly downtime. For someone who thrives on learning by doing, keeps tools and workspaces tidy, and communicates clearly, this role offers a growth path from Trainee to Technician, Senior Technician, and eventually Maintenance Supervisor, building a solid career in industrial maintenance. Key Responsibilities: - Execute lubrication rounds; assist belt/bearing changes under supervision. - Support shaft alignments, guard reinstalls, and housekeeping. - Capture work-order notes, used parts, and handover details in CMMS. - Participate in toolbox talks and shutdown preparations. Education & Experience: - Diploma/Certificate in Mechanical/Production; 0–1 year. Skills: - Hand tools, measurements, safety awareness, and teamwork. KPIs: - PM compliance %, repeat failures, WO close-out quality, safety observations raised. Compensation (Kenya): - Base: KES 58,000–78,000. - Shutdown stipend: KES 800–1,200 per planned shutdown day. Figures are client-provided estimates. Actual offers vary by welding/lathe familiarity, shift flexibility, and probation performance (first 3 months). Benefits: - Medical, PPE, meals during shutdowns. Growth Path: - Trainee → Technician → Senior Technician → Maintenance Supervisor.