Location: Roo Bay Farm, Homabay
We are seeking a highly skilled and hands-on Heavy Equipment Mechanic responsible for responding to mechanical emergencies, conducting inspections, and performing fault diagnostics on heavy-duty machinery such as trucks, cranes, and bulldozers. The successful candidate should be proficient in adjusting equipment, replacing faulty parts, and carrying out major and routine repairs.
Roles & Responsibilities:
- Respond to, diagnose, and resolve mechanical emergencies.
- Inspecting trucks, cranes, bulldozers, and other heavy equipment for proper performance.
- Diagnosing faults using specialized testing equipment where necessary.
- Adjusting equipment and replacing faulty parts.
- Repairing damaged equipment parts.
- Cleaning, lubricating, and conducting routine services on heavy-duty vehicles.
- Cleaning and servicing of machine attachments like winches, blades, and side booms.
- Performing major repair work when necessary.
- Reporting damaged or faulty equipment to management.
Skills and qualifications:
- Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field from a recognized institution. Government Trade Test (GTT) certification is a strong advantage.
- Certification as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic or Diesel Mechanic from a recognized technical institution.
- Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience working as a diesel or heavy equipment mechanic
- Demonstrated ability to diagnose and repair complex mechanical and hydraulic systems.
- In-depth knowledge of diesel engines and heavy construction machinery, including dozers, backhoes, concrete mixers, generators, vibrators, and rammers.
- Familiarity with modern diagnostic and testing technologies and tools.
- Ability to safely lift, move, and operate heavy machinery and perform physically demanding tasks in outdoor and workshop environments.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to document work, report issues clearly, and collaborate effectively with team members and supervisors.
Benefit:
- Visibility into the world’s fastest growing aquaculture company.
- Ideal for a candidate looking to dive into a mission-oriented Organization.
- The team is committed to the candidate’s success and will provide coaching, mentorship, and unique exposure to people and experiences that come from the most successful leaders in the entrepreneurial community and the social sector.
About Victory Farms
Victory Farms (VF) was established on Lake Victoria in 2016 with both on-shore and off-shore facilities. The head office is in Nairobi, and its Farm site is in Homa Bay County, with distribution across Kenya. VF has since become one of the fastest growing companies in aquaculture globally – in its first eight months of operation, the Company became the largest aquaculture producer in Kenya. Victory Farms aims to become the leading tilapia farm in Africa over the next 5 years while maintaining the highest environmental and social standards; as the most sustainable tilapia farm in the world, adhering to global standards and best practices, and producing affordable, sustainable protein to feed millions of people across Africa. Today, it is the largest commercial aquaculture player in East Africa and operates one of largest hatcheries on the continent.
The Company is continuing to rapidly expand its vertically integrated model: production, processing, and sales & distribution, to keep pace with the rapid growth in demand for protein. To support this, Victory Farms employs world class technologies, people, and processes to build its model for sustainable protein production on the continent. VF strives for the highest standards in performance, execution, culture, and integrity.
VF’s growth trajectory provides enormous opportunity for excited professionals to uplift their careers and make an impact within a diverse operation. We recognize the utmost importance which contributions by individuals and teams have to the success of Victory Farms. We work to create a fantastic environment for our employees. An environment where employees have an opportunity to develop professionally and personally.
How to Apply
Please send your CV and cover letter expressing your interest and qualifications to recruit@victoryfarmskenya.com by 11th July, 2025, Indicate the Job Title as the email subject –Senior Heavy Plant Mechanic
