SENIOR CLUSTER MECHANIC

Job Description

To provide technical leadership, oversight, and specialist mechanical support across a designated cluster of camps. Responsible for ensuring that vehicles, boats, generators, tractors, and other motorised equipment are maintained in safe, reliable, and cost-effective operating condition.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversees maintenance standards, supports camp-based Mechanics with technical expertise, coordinates major repairs, and ensures compliance with company safety, environmental, and operational requirements.
• Provide advanced diagnostics and technical support for complex mechanical faults across the cluster.
• Perform and oversee major repairs on vehicles, boats, generators, tractors, and other motorised equipment.
• Develop and monitor preventative maintenance schedules for all equipment within the cluster.
• Ensure all servicing and repairs are conducted according to manufacturer specifications and company standards.
• Provide emergency breakdown support where required.
• Conduct technical inspections and quality checks on completed repairs.
• Monitor equipment reliability and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Analyse recurring equipment failures and implement corrective actions.
• Provide technical support and coaching to mechanics across the cluster.
• Ensure compliance with safety and maintenance standards.
• Experience in tractor maintenance, servicing, and repairs

Qualifications & Experience

• National Craft Certificate (NCC) in Motor Mechanics or Equivalent
• Three (3) years post qualification experience in a similar environment.
• Valid Driver’s license.
• Experience in the tourism, safari, lodge environment will be an added advantage.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven experience leading and supervising teams.
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate maintenance activities across locations
• Extensive practical experience in mechanical maintenance and repairs
• Physically Fit
• Honesty and sober habits.

How to Apply

Apply by email: recruitment@chobeholdings.com Please state that you got the job advert through JobHub BW website when submitting your application.