DG Set Mechanic

Our client in the Agribusiness & Estate Development industry is seeking experienced DG Set Mechanics to keep all diesel generator sets powering the river pump station, borewell pumps, pivot systems, and site camp running reliably, with minimum breakdown time.

The successful candidates will be part of the Agriculture – Irrigation department, carrying out preventive maintenance, fault diagnosis, and repairs on DG sets ranging from 15 to 500 kVA across the estate.

• Carry out preventive maintenance of DG sets (typically 15–500 kVA) as per OEM schedules: oil, fuel, air, and coolant filter changes, and belt and battery checks.
• Ensure correct earthing, canopy condition, exhaust safety, and fuel-spill prevention at every DG location.

• Diagnose and repair faults in diesel engines, fuel injection systems, turbochargers, and cooling and lubrication systems.
• Maintain alternators, AVRs, control panels, AMF/ATS panels, and synchronising panels in coordination with the electrician.
• Attend breakdowns at remote borewell and pump sites promptly, including night and weekend call-outs.

• Assist in installation, commissioning, and load testing of new DG sets for pivots and borewells.

• Maintain DG log books: running hours, fuel consumption, kWh output, oil top-ups, and service history.
• Monitor fuel consumption against norms and report abnormal usage or suspected pilferage.
• Raise spare-parts requisitions in advance and maintain a minimum stock of critical spares and consumables.

• Follow HSE rules, use PPE, and apply lock-out/tag-out before any work.
• Train pump operators on daily DG checks and safe start/stop procedures.

• VETA Certificate, Trade Test Grade I–II, or Diploma in Diesel Mechanics, Motor Vehicle Mechanics, or Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 3–5 years of hands-on experience maintaining DG sets, preferably in agriculture, sugar estates, mining, or construction.
• Working knowledge of Cummins, Perkins, Caterpillar, Kirloskar, or similar engines and alternators.
• Basic electrical knowledge of alternators, AVRs, batteries, and control panels.
• Fault diagnosis with multimeters and basic diagnostic tools.
• Ability to read engine manuals and wiring diagrams.
• Good record keeping; working English and Kiswahili.
• A valid driving licence (motorcycle or vehicle) is an advantage.
• Key Performance Indicators
• DG set availability and reduction in breakdown downtime.
• Completion of preventive maintenance as per OEM schedules.
• Response time to breakdowns at remote sites.
• Accuracy of DG log books and fuel consumption records.
• Control of fuel usage and prevention of pilferage.
• Zero safety incidents and full HSE compliance.

20th November 2026