2x Mechanics
THE PAPUA NEW GUINEA UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the position of Mechanic within the Estates & Services department.
2x Mechanics
Reporting to the Chief Mechanic, this person will be responsible for the maintenance, servicing and repair of the light engine vehicles.
Primary Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Make sure tyres are repaired timely & readily available for the fleets of motor vehicles;
- Ensure tyres are fitted securely and safely to avoid accidents;
- Identify mechanical and electrical issues;
- Repair and replace damaged or worn-out parts;
- Conduct preventative maintenance like oil changes and fluid checks;
- Assist with On-the-Job Trainees (OJT);
- Provide workshop services and associate operational administration reports as and when required;
- Assist with ordering and or collection of spare parts and associate accessories with lubricant for services from parts stores and request order from suppliers;
- Involve in monthly Stock Take on Workshop Hand Tools and Associated Equipment;
- Comply or abide by workshop HEALTH & SAFETY POLICY and Procedures;
- Perform any other work-related duties as given by the immediate Supervisor or Head of Department.
Qualification & Experience
- Possess a Mechanical Tradesmen certificate from a recognized institution.
- Must have a Driver’s License.
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience or more in similar responsibilities. Three (3) years of similar job experience is an advantage.
Required Skills & Attributes
- Light diesel Engine mechanical experience;
- Light petrol engine motor mechanic;
- Can competently strip engine and overhauling, engine rebuilding all types and models, small petrol, light diesel to heavy diesel engine equipment re-building caliber;
- Acquired class six (6) PNG driving license and passed Defensive Driving Competency Test;
- Must” have excellent employment history with previous employers;
- Must” be of sober habit;
Conditions of Service
- Base Salary: Senior Artisan – PGK22,800 – PGK27,867 per annum
(Level of appointment depends upon qualification and experience)
Application Procedure
Detailed application with curriculum vitae including certified copies of qualifications, names and addresses including email addresses, phone numbers of three (3) current referees including one from past/present employer, if any, should be sent to the address below:
The Executive Director – Human Resources
PNG University of Technology
Private Mail Bag
Lae, 411
Papua New Guinea
Applications must be compiled and sent as one PDF file to recruitment@pnguot.ac.pg with an indication of their earliest availability to take up the appointment.
PLEASE NOTE
- Deadline for all applications is 27th of May, 2025
- Only shortlisted applications will be acknowledged.