Level 2 Mechanic job at Asili Agriculture

Job Expired

Reports To: Technical supervisors
Department: Farm operations
Tier: 5b
Contract Duration: 2 months
Direct Reports to this Position: Level 4 Technician
Assets Controlled: Spanners, multimeters and power probe tools

Asili Agriculture is a fully-mechanized largescale farming company with an integrated food security platform for East Africa that manages dual-season production of high quality maize and soybeans for supply to regional food processors. Asili became operational in January 2014 and is currently farming on over 7,000 ha of land in Western Uganda under a conservation agriculture and precision farming approach to maximize yields efficiently and sustainably.

● Our purpose: To catalyse a more equitable, resilient and regenerative food system.
● Our mission: To deliver integrated agricultural land management & marketplace solutions that empower farmers and food system stakeholders to sustainably increase profitability, resilience and nutrition.
● Our vision: A food system in harmony with nature that empowers farmers, nourishes communities, and creates local prosperity.

Our Farm Hubs operate the largest staple foods farming enterprise in Uganda. We also operate grain storage and trading activities serving over 15,000 farmers and supplying over 40,000 MT of food annually. Our Producer Services Business Unit (PSBU) provides bundled services—agronomy, quality inputs supply, grain marketing and financial services—to smallscale producers (also known as smallholders) as well as customized farming services to large landowners. Our Digital Division develops AMSAF – a resilient food marketplace connecting all stakeholders – and implements digital solutions employed across our Hubs and PSBU. Today, we employ 230+ individuals and employ over 800 temporary employees. We are an ambitious and growing business with a vibrant and dedicated workforce committed to expanding equitable, resilient and regenerative food systems in the region.

The Purpose of the role
The Level 2 Mechanic is primarily responsible for diagnosing and repairing vehicle problems accurately and efficiently. This position requires expertise in electrical, hydraulic, engine, braking, transmission, and air conditioning systems. Reporting to the Level 4 Technician with dotted lines to technical supervisors and the workshop manager, the role plays a crucial part in ensuring the operational readiness of our fleet and machinery

Specific Roles and Responsibilities of the Position
1. Preventive Maintenance:
• Conduct daily machine inspections, diagnose issues, and recommend preventive maintenance to maintain machine fitness.
• Perform 50-hour and 250-hour services for tractors, self-propelled sprayers, and combines, ensuring service records are accurately documented.

2. Corrective Maintenance:
• Conduct root cause analysis for mechanical failures.
• Prepare parts lists and coordinate with stores regarding stock availability.
• Ensure timely and effective resolution of breakdowns, exploring local solutions like fabrication and welding when OEM spares are unavailable.

3. Other Mechanical Tasks:
• Perform oil changes, brake repairs, brake pad replacements, and air cleaner cleaning.
• Repair small engines (e.g., compressors, water pumps) and mentor junior mechanics.
• Troubleshoot and resolve hydraulic failures and perform basic welding as needed.

4. Vehicle Wiring:
• Conduct basic wiring tasks such as light installations and battery maintenance. • Ensure proper insulation and conduct flow and voltage measurements.

5. General Responsibilities:
• Undertake any other mechanical duties as required.

Personal Specification for this Role
Essential
• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from a reputable institute.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in vehicle electrical work.
• Ability to service, diagnose, and repair a range of agricultural machinery.
• Strong knowledge of workshop procedures and health and safety practices.
• Proficient in MS Office and OEM diagnostic tools.
• Excellent communication and time management skills.

Desirable
• Leadership skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Competencies for this Role
• Strong understanding of electrical, hydraulic, engine, braking, transmission, and air conditioning systems.
• Ability to diagnose and repair a range of agricultural machinery, including tillage, planting, harvesting, spraying, and irrigation equipment.
• Problem-Solving and Analytical Skills:
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Attention to Detail and Time Management:
• Comprehensive knowledge of workshop procedures and adherence to health and safety protocols.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work environments.

Working Conditions
The role involves outdoor work in various weather conditions (rain, sunshine, cold, and hot weather) and requires handling heavy equipment and occasional exposure to chemicals. Adherence to health and safety protocols, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), is mandatory.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Asili Agriculture is an equal opportunities employer and seeks to provide equal-opportunity employment to all employees and applicants. Asili Agriculture strongly believes in diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) within its workforce. At Asili Agriculture, diversity refers to all the ways in which we differ. This includes but is not limited to age, gender, disability, ethnicity, religion and nationality. Asili Agriculture encourages qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply to become part of our organisation.

Any candidate offered a job with Asili will be expected to comply with Asili’s policies and procedures with respect to safeguarding, code of conduct, health and safety, confidentiality, do no harm principles and unacceptable behaviour protocols.

Job application procedure

Does this sound like an exciting role and company to work with? Do you have any questions? We would be happy to hear from you.

Interested applicants please send your CV and a Cover Letter explaining why you are a suitable candidate for this role to recruitment@agilis-partners.com  by July 19th, 2024. All applications should include the reference Level 2 Mechanic 10.07.2024 in the subject line. Hard copy applications will not be accepted.

Please note this is an ongoing recruitment process. Candidates will be contacted and assessed on a rolling-basis.

All Jobs

Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.
Subscribe to receive latest updates of jobs

More Information

  • This job has expired!
Share this job

Asili Agriculture

1 2 3 4 5 (0)

Winstar Jobs

welcome to the trailblazer of opportunities. Don't miss out on daily job updates

Contact Us

21st Street, Old portbell Road, Kampala, Uganda
admin@winstarjobs.com
https://winstarjobs.com/contact-us-2


Contact us: +256771839076

Email: admin@winstarjobs.com

May
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
2025
1950
1951
1952
1953
1954
1955
1956
1957
1958
1959
1960
1961
1962
1963
1964
1965
1966
1967
1968
1969
1970
1971
1972
1973
1974
1975
1976
1977
1978
1979
1980
1981
1982
1983
1984
1985
1986
1987
1988
1989
1990
1991
1992
1993
1994
1995
1996
1997
1998
1999
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025
2026
2027
2028
2029
2030
2031
2032
2033
2034
2035
2036
2037
2038
2039
2040
2041
2042
2043
2044
2045
2046
2047
2048
2049
2050
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
27
28
29
30
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
00:00
00:15
00:30
00:45
01:00
01:15
01:30
01:45
02:00
02:15
02:30
02:45
03:00
03:15
03:30
03:45
04:00
04:15
04:30
04:45
05:00
05:15
05:30
05:45
06:00
06:15
06:30
06:45
07:00
07:15
07:30
07:45
08:00
08:15
08:30
08:45
09:00
09:15
09:30
09:45
10:00
10:15
10:30
10:45
11:00
11:15
11:30
11:45
12:00
12:15
12:30
12:45
13:00
13:15
13:30
13:45
14:00
14:15
14:30
14:45
15:00
15:15
15:30
15:45
16:00
16:15
16:30
16:45
17:00
17:15
17:30
17:45
18:00
18:15
18:30
18:45
19:00
19:15
19:30
19:45
20:00
20:15
20:30
20:45
21:00
21:15
21:30
21:45
22:00
22:15
22:30
22:45
23:00
23:15
23:30
23:45