Heavy Duty Generator / Hvac / Refrigeration Engineer Aldelano Organic Foods Ltd
full-time
Job Summary
Aldelano Farms is seeking a highly skilled, experienced, and hands-on Mechanical Maintenance Engineer with strong technical expertise in the maintenance, troubleshooting, servicing, and repair of heavy-duty diesel generators, HVAC systems, and industrial refrigeration equipment.
The ideal candidate must be capable of independently diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults, carrying out preventive and corrective maintenance, and ensuring the continuous operation of critical farm equipment and facilities.
The successful candidate must be practical, technically competent, safety-conscious, and capable of responding promptly to equipment breakdowns.
Key Responsibilities
Heavy-Duty Generator Maintenance & Repairs
Diagnose, service, troubleshoot, and repair diesel generators, particularly 15 kVA, 20 kVA, 30 kVA, and higher-capacity units.
Repair generator engines, fuel injection systems, cooling systems, lubrication systems, and related mechanical components.
Troubleshoot alternators, automatic voltage regulators (AVRs), control panels, battery charging systems, and electrical faults.
Diagnose and resolve generator starting failures, overheating, abnormal vibration, power fluctuations, and shutdown faults.
Perform routine maintenance, including oil changes, filter replacement, belt adjustment, and coolant checks.
Maintain automatic transfer switches (ATS) and generator changeover systems.
Conduct load testing and ensure generators operate efficiently and reliably.
HVAC Systems Maintenance & Repairs
Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning systems.
Service split-unit, standing-unit, packaged, and industrial air-conditioning systems.
Diagnose and repair faulty compressors, condenser units, evaporators, fan motors, thermostats, and electrical control components.
Identify refrigerant leaks, repair faulty connections, evacuate systems, and recharge refrigerants according to equipment specifications.
Troubleshoot cooling inefficiencies, airflow restrictions, electrical failures, and abnormal system operations.
Carry out preventive maintenance to improve equipment efficiency and lifespan.
Refrigeration Systems Maintenance & Repairs
Maintain and repair commercial and industrial refrigeration systems, including cold rooms, chillers, freezers, and refrigeration units.
Diagnose refrigeration compressor faults, refrigerant leaks, pressure problems, and temperature-control failures.
Troubleshoot expansion valves, condensers, evaporators, pressure switches, and refrigeration control systems.
Ensure cold rooms and refrigeration facilities maintain the required operating temperatures.
Perform refrigerant recovery, evacuation, leak testing, and charging using appropriate equipment and safe procedures.
Respond promptly to refrigeration breakdowns to minimize product spoilage and operational losses.
General Equipment Maintenance
Troubleshoot and repair gasoline-powered water pumps and other farm machinery.
Maintain and repair motor-driven equipment, including pumps and ventilation systems.
Inspect equipment regularly to identify potential faults before breakdowns occur.
Support the installation and commissioning of new mechanical and electrical equipment.
Recommend suitable spare parts, replacement components, and maintenance improvements.
Maintain accurate records of servicing, repairs, equipment condition, and spare-parts usage.
Preventive Maintenance & Safety
Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules for generators, HVAC units, and refrigeration systems.
Ensure all maintenance activities comply with workplace safety standards.
Apply proper electrical isolation, lockout/tagout procedures, and safe refrigerant-handling practices.
Minimize equipment downtime through effective troubleshooting and timely repairs.
Provide regular maintenance reports and recommendations to management.
Qualifications & Experience
HND or B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technology, or a related technical discipline.
A recognized technical certification with substantial practical experience may also be considered.
Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience maintaining and repairing heavy-duty diesel generators, HVAC equipment, and refrigeration systems.
Proven experience troubleshooting generator engines and electrical control systems.
Strong practical knowledge of refrigeration cycles, compressors, refrigerants, and cooling systems.
Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, wiring diagrams, and equipment manuals.
Competence in using multimeters, pressure gauges, refrigerant manifolds, diagnostic tools, and mechanical maintenance equipment.
Experience maintaining cold rooms and industrial refrigeration systems is highly desirable.
Required Technical Competencies
Heavy-duty diesel generator diagnostics and engine repairs.
Generator electrical troubleshooting and control-panel maintenance.
HVAC installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
Industrial and commercial refrigeration servicing.
Compressor repair and replacement.
Electrical and mechanical fault identification.
Preventive and corrective maintenance.
Refrigerant handling and leak detection.
Equipment installation and commissioning.
Technical reporting and maintenance documentation.
Additional Advantages
Experience repairing gasoline-powered water pumps.
Ability to service knapsack sprayers and agricultural equipment.
Experience repairing motorcycles and other small engines.
Previous experience working in agricultural facilities, food-processing plants, cold-storage facilities, or industrial environments.
Knowledge of generator brands such as Perkins, Cummins, Caterpillar, and other industrial diesel engine systems.
Personal Attributes
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
High level of technical competence and attention to detail.
Ability to respond quickly to emergency breakdowns.
Good time management and organizational skills.
Physically fit and willing to undertake hands-on maintenance activities.
Reliable, disciplined, and committed to equipment safety.
Willingness to work flexible hours when urgent repairs are required.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Equipment uptime and operational reliability.
Reduction in unplanned generator, HVAC, and refrigeration breakdowns.
Timely completion of preventive maintenance activities.
Average equipment repair turnaround time.
Reduction in recurring mechanical and electrical faults.
Compliance with maintenance and safety procedures.
Accuracy of maintenance records and reports.