Our client, an international organization is looking to hire a Lead Machinist Mechanic who will perform various machine tool cutting operations using power backsaw, turning, drilling, boring, facing, reaming, cutting threads and tapers. Using lathe; cutting gears, slots, and keyways, square and hexagonal on bolts and similar work pieces, using milling machine; planning flat and angular surfaces using the shaper; drilling and finishing holes by reaming, counter boring, countersinking, spot facing or threading using drill press, as well as operate metal working machines for fabrication, rework, and repair of metal parts. The incumbent will be working closely with the Supervisor, Major Repair Shop.
Key Responsibilities
- Operates metal working machines for fabrication, rework, and repair of metal parts.
- Measures broken or worn out parts, using calipers, gauges and micrometers.
- Draws working sketches, consults shop drawings, select materials, determine machines and hand tools required and plan sequence of operations.
- Refer to machinist charts and tables, make calculations as required, select cuting tools, speed and feeds
- Applies knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, metal properties, and also machine procedures.
- Perform various machine tool cutting operations using power backsaw, turning, drilling, boring, facing, reaming, cutting threads and tapers. Using lathe; cutting gears, slots, and keyways, square and hexagonal on bolts and similar work pieces, using milling machine; planning flat and angular surfaces using the shaper; drilling and finishing holes by reaming, counter boring, countersinking, spot facing or threading using drill press.
- Clean parts, before and after machining in agitator-type cleaning tanks to remove grease and oil particulates.
- Operates lathe, boring, or honing machines to refinish internal surfaces of bearing connecting rods.
- Verifies dimensions using micrometers, calipers, and height gauges to ensure adherence to tolerance and specifications.
- Spray worn parts with molten aluminum, zinc, or other materials to build up parts.
- Examine parts for fractures using Magna flux test equipment.
- Operates drum lathe to resurface brake drums or discs.
- Assemble engines in short, long or full assemble configurations.
- Performs other related duties that may be assigned by Foreman and Supervisor.
Required Academic Qualifications, Experience and Competencies
- Must have at least a Form Four Certificate, technical or vocational course graduate is required.
- Minimum of two (2) years of journeyman level experience and 3 years of experience as a Machinist.
- Must know machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
- Must have an eHow to apply:xtensive knowledge of metals, alloys, and other materials used in the automotive industry.
- Must speak, read, and understand the English language.
- Must pass overseas medical screening and be in good health.
- A valid driver’s license and the ability to obtain a U. S. Government Motor Vehicle Operator’s License and host nation Driver’s License are required.
How to apply:
Qualified and interested applicants who meet the specifications are requested to send their CVs to [email protected] by 12th June 2023. Indicate the position applied for and also attach copies of professional certificates, Covid-19 Vaccination certificate, a valid passport and driving license. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
