Company Overview

Jasbel Energy is dedicated to providing clean, sustainable, and scalable energy solutions to underserved communities. From renewable energy projects to powering industries, we are leading Africa toward a greener, electrified future.

Role Purpose

The Machine Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining construction machinery and equipment, including batching plants, backhoes, rollers, dumpers, and other site equipment, to support efficient construction operations.

The role ensures safe equipment operation, timely production activities, routine maintenance, and compliance with safety and operational standards.

Qualifications & Experience

• Certificate or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Plant Operations, Heavy Equipment Operations, or a related field is an added advantage.
• Valid operator certification and/or driving license where applicable.
• NYS training certification is an added advantage.
• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience operating construction machinery and batching plants.
• Experience in equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Good understanding of construction site operations and safety procedures.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong mechanical and technical skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment faults and perform minor repairs.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet project timelines.
• Good understanding of safety procedures and operational compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Machine Operations

• Operate and monitor construction machinery and batching plant equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ensure accurate batching and timely concrete production based on project requirements.
• Operate backhoes, rollers, dumpers, and other construction equipment as assigned.

Equipment Maintenance

• Conduct routine equipment inspections and preventive maintenance activities.
• Troubleshoot minor equipment faults and report breakdowns promptly.
• Maintain machinery in good working condition to minimize downtime.

Safety & Compliance

• Adhere to company safety procedures, environmental regulations, and operational standards.
• Ensure machinery and work areas remain clean, organized, and safe at all times.
• Report safety risks, hazards, and equipment concerns immediately.

Reporting & Record Keeping

• Maintain production records, equipment logs, and maintenance reports accurately.
• Support site operations by ensuring proper documentation of equipment usage and maintenance activities.

• Operate and monitor construction machinery and batching plant equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ensure accurate batching and timely concrete production based on project requirements.
• Operate backhoes, rollers, dumpers, and other construction equipment as assigned.
• Conduct routine equipment inspections and preventive maintenance activities.
• Troubleshoot minor equipment faults and report breakdowns promptly.
• Maintain machinery in good working condition to minimize downtime.
• Adhere to company safety procedures, environmental regulations, and operational standards.
• Ensure machinery and work areas remain clean, organized, and safe at all times.
• Report safety risks, hazards, and equipment concerns immediately.
• Maintain production records, equipment logs, and maintenance reports accurately.
• Support site operations by ensuring proper documentation of equipment usage and maintenance activities.

• Strong mechanical and technical skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment faults and perform minor repairs.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet project timelines.
• Good understanding of safety procedures and operational compliance.

• Certificate or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Plant Operations, Heavy Equipment Operations, or a related field is an added advantage.
• Valid operator certification and/or driving license where applicable.
• NYS training certification is an added advantage.
• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience operating construction machinery and batching plants.
• Experience in equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Good understanding of construction site operations and safety procedures.