AGL (Africa Global Logistics), the reference multimodal logistics operator in Africa, is part of the MSC family. With 23,000 employees in 50 countries, the company connects Africa to Africa and to the rest of the world. AGL relies on its 250 subsidiaries in Africa, Haiti, Timor and Indonesia to provide port, ocean, logistics and railway solutions.

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Mission Description

To ensure the reliable operation, maintenance, and repair of diesel generator sets (gensets) to support uninterrupted power supply for operational facilities, equipment, and critical systems.

Preventive Maintenance

• Conduct scheduled preventive maintenance on gensets in line with manufacturer guidelines.
• Perform inspections including oil levels, filters, fuel systems, and electrical connections.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs and service records.

Corrective Maintenance

• Diagnose faults and carry out repairs on mechanical, electrical, and control systems.
• Respond promptly to breakdowns to minimize downtime.
• Replace defective parts and ensure proper functioning after repairs.

Installation & Commissioning

• Assist in installation and commissioning of new generators.
• Perform load testing and system checks to ensure operational readiness.

Monitoring & Reporting

• Monitor genset performance parameters (voltage, frequency, load levels).
• Report recurring faults and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain daily and monthly reports on generator performance.

Safety & Compliance

• Adhere to safety procedures and environmental regulations.
• Ensure proper handling and disposal of fuels and lubricants.
• Maintain compliance with company HSE policies.

Inventory & Tools Management

• Monitor spare parts stock and initiate replenishment requests.
• Ensure proper use and maintenance of workshop tools and equipment.

Profile

• Diploma/Certificate in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum 2 years' experience in generator maintenance and repair
• Experience with diesel engines and electrical systems
• Knowledge of generator brands (e.g., Perkins, Cummins, CAT) is an advantage.

• Conduct scheduled preventive maintenance on gensets in line with manufacturer guidelines.
• Perform inspections including oil levels, filters, fuel systems, and electrical connections.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs and service records.
• Diagnose faults and carry out repairs on mechanical, electrical, and control systems.
• Respond promptly to breakdowns to minimize downtime.
• Replace defective parts and ensure proper functioning after repairs.
• Assist in installation and commissioning of new generators.
• Perform load testing and system checks to ensure operational readiness.
• Monitor genset performance parameters (voltage, frequency, load levels).
• Report recurring faults and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain daily and monthly reports on generator performance.
• Adhere to safety procedures and environmental regulations.
• Ensure proper handling and disposal of fuels and lubricants.
• Maintain compliance with company HSE policies.
• Monitor spare parts stock and initiate replenishment requests.
• Ensure proper use and maintenance of workshop tools and equipment.

• Experience with diesel engines and electrical systems
• Knowledge of generator brands (e.g., Perkins, Cummins, CAT) is an advantage.

• Diploma/Certificate in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering