Agriculture Mechanic (Part‑time)

About the role

The Agriculture Mechanic will work on‑site in Lusaka Province, Zambia, providing part‑time support for agricultural and heavy equipment used in geological field operations. The role focuses on keeping machinery safe, efficient, and ready for remote deployments.

Key responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections, servicing, and repairs on agricultural machinery and heavy equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, and basic electrical faults and implement corrective actions.
• Carry out preventive maintenance to minimise downtime and extend equipment life.
• Replace worn parts, calibrate systems, and maintain accurate service records.
• Collaborate with field teams to schedule maintenance and support equipment setup at remote sites.

Required profile

• Technical training or certification in mechanics, agricultural engineering, or a related field (preferred).
• Experience working with heavy equipment in field or rural environments.
• Ability to read and interpret equipment manuals, technical diagrams, and maintenance schedules.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices for agricultural machinery.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary teams.

Required skills

• Maintenance
• Preventive Maintenance
• Heavy Equipment servicing
• Mechanical troubleshooting
• Hydraulic troubleshooting
• Basic electrical troubleshooting