• Maintain complex mechanical systems for the site to support optimum production throughputs, quality and minimize costs.
• Assist in the installation of new machines at the site.
• Carry out Inspections and Execution of master plans for all Mechanical work on site.
• Diagnose and attend to all mechanical faults and breakdowns.
• Conduct preventive, autonomous, breakdown maintenance
• Report and assist in the analysis of incidents or potential hazards.
• Monitor and record the use of workplace consumables and make requisitions where required.
• Use and maintain workshop tools in accordance to working conditions and specifications.
• Daily check and confirm that machines meet safety standards.
• Participate in planning and developing work schedules, equipment usage schedules and procedures for equipment maintenance.
• Prepare daily maintenance reports for submission to the Mechanical Supervisor and Mechanical Engineer on time.
• Adhere to change of relevant management procedures and work instructions as well as complying with maintenance best practices.
• Maintain a safe and healthy work environment by complying with health, safety and environmental procedures and legislation as well as practicing and maintaining housekeeping standards.
• Support optimization of maintenance workstreams, minimize costs by continuously reduce waste of resources.
• Maintain strong & effective working relationships within team and cross-functionally.
• Provide operational support to the Machine Operators.
• Participate in technical problem solving.
• Any other duties assigned by the Mechanical Supervisor/Mechanical Engineer.

1. National/Ordinary Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
2. At least 2 years engineering experience in food or FMCG Industry.
3. Extensive knowledge of Mechanical components and its applications
4. Comprehensive knowledge of Mechanical maintenance, production processes and controls logic
5. Possess strong mechanical aptitude, mathematical and troubleshooting skills.
6. Self-motivated with excellent personnel management skills.
7. Ability to handle multi-task and work effectively in a fast-paced working environment.
8. Possess strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
9. Excellent team player and has the ability to manage time in an efficient manner.
10. Analytical and problem-solving skills.
11. Excellent communication, influencing, negotiating and presentation skills.
12. Resilience and the ability to work independently and effectively under pressure.
13. Flexible and adaptable with the ability to work within a changing environment and respond to different demands with a sense of urgency.
14. Good knowledge and understanding of engineering principles, methods and techniques preferably in a food manufacturing/production environment.

Please send the application, CV & academic documents as one pdf document to: careers@yalelo.ug, clearly specifying the job position in the subject line. The closing date for receiving applications is 01st May 2026.