Technical Officer (Mechanical)

Brief Summary

• Support the safe and reliable operation of plant equipment through preventive maintenance, inspections and timely fault rectification. Coordinate maintenance preparation, contractor activities, spare-parts procurement and technician training to strengthen operational performance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine and planned overhauls, inspections and condition-monitoring activities for balance-of-plant equipment, including cooling-water systems, pumps, electrochlorination systems, water-treatment facilities, storage tanks, compressors and associated equipment. Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns, support troubleshooting and rectify faulty components. Perform test runs and recalibration of reinstated components following maintenance or repair. Prepare work orders and obtain the required Permit-to-Work before commencing overhaul activities. Arrange the necessary consumables, tools and equipment for scheduled maintenance work. Supervise contractors to ensure that work is completed in accordance with approved specifications. Conduct gas-free checks for confined-space entry and hot-work activities. Act as an authorised confined-space assessor or supervisor, where qualified. Serve as an authorised lifting supervisor during crane operations, where qualified. Assist with clearance measurements, dimensional verification, non-destructive testing checks and borescope inspections. Collaborate with engineers to maintain accurate and up-to-date maintenance records. Identify required consumables and minor spare parts to minimise disruption to operations. Liaise with suppliers to verify component specifications and inspect delivered items for compliance. Obtain qualification as an on-the-job training instructor, where required. Develop training outlines and conduct practical training for technicians. Prepare work instructions to standardise maintenance procedures.

Requirements

• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent qualification. 3 years of relevant mechanical maintenance experience. Relevant training or certification in workplace safety, confined-space operations and lifting supervision. Ability to perform preventive maintenance, breakdown response, equipment inspection and troubleshooting. Ability to interpret technical specifications and verify equipment, components and delivered materials. Ability to coordinate contractors and work collaboratively with engineering and maintenance teams. Competence in preparing maintenance records, work instructions and training materials.