Mechanical Maintenance Technician

About the role

We are looking for a Mechanical Maintenance Technician to operate, monitor, and maintain plant equipment such as pumps, motors, compressors, conveyors and gearboxes. The role involves routine inspections, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting breakdowns and ensuring safety compliance.

Key responsibilities

• Operate and monitor mechanical equipment (pumps, motors, blowers, conveyors, compressors, etc.).
• Perform routine inspections, record parameters and carry out preventive maintenance according to checklists.
• Respond to mechanical breakdowns, diagnose faults (vibration, leakage, bearing issues, abnormal noise) and replace worn parts.
• Support pneumatic systems, valves, gearboxes and rotating equipment, and assist engineers/OEM technicians during major repairs.
• Maintain shift logbooks, SOPs, test reports, calibration records and AMC contracts.
• Follow LOTO procedures, report unsafe conditions and ensure adherence to OEM and statutory guidelines.
• Document shift activities, utility readings, breakdown logs and provide hand‑over notes for the next shift.
• Coordinate with electrical, utility, production and EHS teams for shutdowns, overhauls and new equipment commissioning.

Required profile

• 4‑6 years of experience in mechanical maintenance.
• ITI Mechanical/Fitter qualification or equivalent.
• Hands‑on experience with pumps, compressors, gearboxes, conveyors and rotating equipment.
• Ability to read basic mechanical drawings (GA, isometrics, P&ID).
• Strong troubleshooting skills and safety‑first mindset.

Required skills

• Pumps and compressors maintenance
• Gearbox and conveyor servicing
• Rotating equipment handling
• Pneumatic systems and valve maintenance
• Preventive maintenance planning
• Lockout‑Tagout (LOTO) procedures
• Reading mechanical drawings (GA, isometrics, P&ID)