Mechanical Engineer job at Tembo Steels Uganda Limited

Tembo Steels (U) Ltd. invites applications from suitably qualified, competent and results-oriented professionals for the position of Mechanical Engineer in the Rolling Mill Department.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance, repair and servicing of rolling mill machinery and equipment.
• Ensure maximum equipment availability through preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical breakdowns to minimise production downtime.
• Supervise mechanical technicians and maintenance teams.
• Monitor equipment performance and recommend improvements to enhance operational efficiency
• Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety standards.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and prepare technical reports.
• Coordinate planned shutdowns, inspections and equipment overhauls.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent recognised qualification.
• Minimum of 3-5 years’ relevant experience in a steel manufacturing or heavy industrial environment.
• Practical experience in rolling mill operations, maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Strong knowledge of hydraulic systems, gearboxes, bearings, motors, conveyors and industrial machinery.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise technical teams and manage maintenance activities.
• Strong problem-solving, communication and leadership skills.

• Oversee maintenance, repair and servicing of rolling mill machinery and equipment.
• Ensure maximum equipment availability through preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical breakdowns to minimise production downtime.
• Supervise mechanical technicians and maintenance teams.
• Monitor equipment performance and recommend improvements to enhance operational efficiency
• Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety standards.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and prepare technical reports.
• Coordinate planned shutdowns, inspections and equipment overhauls.

• Strong knowledge of hydraulic systems, gearboxes, bearings, motors, conveyors and industrial machinery.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise technical teams and manage maintenance activities.
• Strong problem-solving, communication and leadership skills.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent recognised qualification.
• Minimum of 3-5 years’ relevant experience in a steel manufacturing or heavy industrial environment.
• Practical experience in rolling mill operations, maintenance and troubleshooting.