Mechanical Engineering Team Leader

About LAHAB:

LAHAB DEFENCE SYSTEMS manufactures medium and large calibre munitions. We are in the industry with over 25 years of experience in leading defence & security organizations. LAHAB is committed to modernising the entire munitions value chain with its 25+ years of knowledge and experience. We support major defence and security organisations, law enforcement agencies, and sports clients, supplying them with reliable and safe munitions and services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for maintaining the maintenance work flow in an efficient manner while playing a key role in planning and completing a range of planned maintenance work & to actively participate in the setup of new projects.
• Set the specifications and check the design of mechanical hydraulic products and systems.
• Supervises and execute the plant maintenance program with an emphasis on planning/scheduling and preventive/predictive maintenance.
• Researches and analyzes data, such as design proposal, specifications, and manuals to determine feasibility of design or application.
• Prepares reports, analyzes data and makes recommendations for improving plant operations and solving maintenance related problems.
• Performs other tasks and duties as allocated by a department Manager or superior.
• Ensures and adheres to safe work practices and procedures including, but not limited to, lockout/tag out and confined space rules and regulations.
• Reviews the operation of plant equipment and systems constantly, to minimize unplanned downtime.
• Reads, understands and able to explain various engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, diagrams.
• Tracks, analyzes and improves key maintenance parameters such as asset utilization, maintenance cost, PM compliance, schedule compliance, etc.
• Maintains QMS ISO, safety, health, and environmental policies and procedures and reviews safety records to uphold standards of maximum safety for all maintenance technicians.
  
  

HSE Roles and Responsibilities:

• comply with reasonable OSH instructions and safe working procedures ;
• use of appropriate personal protective equipment and safety systems;
• be familiar with emergency and evacuation procedures;
• not willfully or recklessly endanger anyone's health and safety;
• assist with the preparation of risk assessments; and report OSH hazards, incidents, and issues
  
  

Experience and Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
• 3-6 years of industrial experience.
  
  

Technical Competencies:

• Knowledge of conventional machines and SPMs.
• In-depth knowledge and experience with repairs and maintenance of processing equipment.
• To perform multiple technical commercial tasks in order to meet changing job conditions.
• Good computer skills.
• Setting priorities and meeting deadlines
  
  

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