Mechanical Engineer (Bulawayo)

An Organisation in the financial sector is seeking a mechanical engineer who can lead and oversee the mechanical engineering operations across the Organisation's premises, including critical infrastructure such as data centres, fire protection systems, and building services.

Job Summary

• Job Type: Full-time
• Location: Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
• Category: Engineering
• Closing Date: 2026-10-14

Key Responsibilities

• Conducts preventive, scheduled and periodic maintenance of critical mechanical plant, equipment and systems, including pumps, gearboxes, security doors, shutters, air-conditioning equipment, generators and UPS systems.
• Services and maintains specialised banking equipment such as coin counters, banknote processing and destruction machines, as well as water recirculation, sewerage and fire protection systems.
• Installs, commissions, diagnoses, repairs, upgrades and refurbishes mechanical machinery and equipment in line with manufacturers' specifications, technical drawings and applicable standards.
• Assesses equipment condition and recommends cost-effective modernisation, refurbishment and improvement solutions to enhance efficiency, reliability, uptime and equipment lifespan.
• Responds promptly to breakdowns, diagnoses faults, identifies spares and implements corrective measures, while coordinating specialised outsourced repairs where necessary.
• Plans and coordinates resources, including tools, materials, equipment and manpower, for maintenance and installation activities.
• Ensures critical plant remains reliable and available, minimizes downtime and reduces outsourcing and maintenance costs through effective in house interventions.
• Evaluates and recommends quality, reliable and cost-effective equipment, spare parts and service providers while mitigating risks associated with substandard procurement.
• Ensures mechanical systems comply with relevant international standards, statutory requirements, safety regulations and inspection requirements.
• Provides technical advice and first-line support on mechanical equipment, monitor technological developments, and represent the Organisation at relevant technical training, workshops and industry forums.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent from a recognized University.
• 3 years post qualification experience in Mechanical Engineering.
• Proven track record in successfully delivering, plant and equipment maintenance, shopfitting, refurbishment, office fit-outs, building modernisation and infrastructure development projects.
• Experience working in high-security and mission-critical environments is an added advantage.

How to Apply

Apply by email: andrewj@headhunters.co.zw , tanatswat@headhunters.co.zw