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Mechanical Technician II
Department
Operations – Mechanical
Status
Permanent
Reports To
Operations – Mechanical Superintendent
Work coordinated by
Operations – Mechanical Superintendent
Position supervises:
None
Closing Date
November 14, 2026
Reporting to the Mechanical Superintendent, the Mechanical Technician II is accountable for performing the installation, reventive, predictive and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, overhaul and repair of the Plant’s mechanical equipment and associated systems, in accordance with applicable codes and standards, established maintenance procedures and Company requirements. The position also supports assigned mechanical projects, equipment installation and commissioning, facilities maintenance, and plant shutdown, start-up and restoration activities, to support the safe, reliable and cost-effective operation of the Plant.
The incumbent will also provide support to PPGPL subsidiaries, affiliated companies and Business
Development initiatives as required.
The availability and reliability of the Plant’s mechanical equipment are key requirements in ensuring continuity of operations at PPGPL. The Mechanical Technician II contributes to the availability and reliability of this equipment through the timely execution of routine, preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance activities and hands-on repairs. The position requires intermediate technical skills and experience in diagnosing equipment malfunctions and performing maintenance checks and inspections, servicing, overhauling and repairs to mechanical Plant equipment, including static and rotating equipment. The position also supports facilities upkeep activities.
The position operates within established maintenance procedures and schedules, applicable codes and standards, and Company safety and environmental requirements, and within constraints including equipment condition, cost and spare-parts availability. In supporting planned operational and product-delivery requirements, the position contributes to minimising Plant downtime associated with mechanical equipment failure.
The position has no direct supervisory responsibility or financial accountability limit and is expected to meet established performance requirements for quality workmanship, cost and time management, efficiency and effective resource utilisation.
The Mechanical Technician II performs skilled technical work to support the safe, reliable and cost-effective operation of the Plant’s mechanical equipment and associated facilities. The position performs corrective, preventive, predictive and proactive maintenance checks and inspections; diagnoses equipment malfunctions; services, overhauls, repairs and replaces mechanical equipment and components; and supports Condition Based Maintenance (CBM) activities, including oil and vibration analysis, and Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA).
The position supports the planning and execution of scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities, including routine maintenance, equipment breakdowns, shutdowns and turnarounds, and prepares required maintenance reports. The Mechanical Technician II works collaboratively with contract personnel in carrying out specified maintenance activities and supports the upkeep of Plant facilities, Docks, Valve Stations and the ALNG Skid.
The position interfaces internally with cross-functional teams and other relevant functions and externally with suppliers, contractors, Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), consultants and government agencies, as required.
The Mechanical Technician II operates within established maintenance procedures and schedules, applicable codes and standards, and Company safety and environmental requirements. The position works under the general direction of the Mechanical Superintendent and the specific guidance of the Mechanical Technician III/IV and/or Mechanical Team Lead, with access to higher-level technical support as required. Technical matters outside the position’s established level of authority are referred through the appropriate reporting structure.
Every employee has a personal responsibility to exercise reasonable care for their own safety and health and that of others who may be affected by their acts or omissions. Employees are required to comply with the Company’s health, safety and environmental policies, procedures and safe work practices, and to actively support the maintenance of a positive safety culture. Further guidance is contained in PPGPL’s Safety Manual.
1. Mechanical Maintenance & Troubleshooting
- Conduct safe, timely, efficient, high-quality, and cost-effective maintenance and repair of plant mechanical equipment in accordance with established best practices and Company requirements.
- Diagnose equipment failures and service, overhaul, repair, and replace mechanical equipment and components, including static and rotating equipment.
- Specify materials required for assigned jobs.
- Execute assigned maintenance activities, including work performed with the assistance of contract maintenance personnel.
2. Equipment Reliability, Maintenance Planning & Project Support
- Assist in developing plans and systems for the routine, preventive, predictive, and proactive maintenance of plant mechanical equipment.
- Coordinate the execution of assigned mechanical projects, including equipment repairs, replacements, and upgrades.
3. Facilities Maintenance & Contractor Support
- Collaborate with facilities teams, skilled labourers, and contractors in carrying out assigned facilities activities, including grass cutting, waste disposal, drain cleaning, pressure washing, garbage collection, laboratory support for cylinder replacement, Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) maintenance, restoration and reinstatement of concrete and gravel areas, minor road repairs, signage replacement, and general facilities upkeep.
- Provide technical guidance and training to contract personnel, as required; lead toolbox meetings; conduct safety orientations; and prepare Job Safety Risk Assessments (JSRAs) and job procedures.
4. Work Management, Planning & Technical Documentation
- Review and prioritize Work Orders and work proactively with the Planning Department to evaluate, plan, schedule, and close out Work Orders, including monitoring Work Order backlogs and utilizing the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
- Prepare required maintenance reports, Scopes of Work, evaluations, and Inter-Office Correspondence (IOC) documentation.
5. Operational & Cross-Functional Support
- Support internal customer groups, including HSSS, Processing, Inspection, Reliability, Planning, I&E, and Engineering, in accordance with assigned responsibilities.
- Participate in rostered call-out duties, as required, to support plant operations.
6. Collaboration & Organizational Support
- Participate in committees, cross-functional teams, and special initiatives, as required, in accordance with assigned responsibilities, work plans, and/or team charters.
- Provide specialized Instrumentation, Electrical, and Control Systems engineering support to ensure safe, reliable, efficient, and cost-effective plant operations.
- Plan, prioritize, coordinate, and execute I&E maintenance engineering activities, studies, investigations, and improvement initiatives in alignment with departmental objectives and production requirements.
- Provide technical direction and field support to I&E technicians and contractors during maintenance, troubleshooting, testing, installation, commissioning, start-up, shutdown, and turnaround activities.
- Support the planning, preparation, execution, and close-out of plant turnarounds, coordinating with plant personnel and contractors.
- Diagnose complex or recurring equipment failures, support root cause analyses, and recommend solutions to improve equipment availability, reliability, maintainability, and lifecycle performance.
- Review operating events, equipment conditions, maintenance history, and performance data to identify risks, recurring equipment issues, and opportunities to optimize maintenance plans, procedures, inspections, and spare-parts strategies.
- Obtain LPG demand forecasts and coordinate delivery schedules to ensure the timely and
efficient distribution of products to domestic customers. - Schedule Road Tanker Wagon (RTW) loading activities, and domestic pipeline transfers to
ensure the safe, efficient and timely delivery of products to customers.
- Serve as the primary liaison between vessel agents, port authorities, customers, and internal
stakeholders to coordinate shipping activities, support the resolution of loading issues and
claims, and assist with updates to dock regulations in accordance with OCIMF and SIGTTO
standards. - Participate in operational committees in accordance with assigned Team Charters and
contribute to the achievement of departmental Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). - Provides job-related guidance and training to Shipping Assistants and Marine Terminal
Operators, as required, to support operational requirements.
Leads and/or participate in committees, cross-functional teams and special initiatives, as
required, in accordance with assigned responsibilities, work plans and/or team charters
Minimum Acceptable Academic Qualifications
- A National Engineering Technician Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline, or an equivalent Technician Diploma from a recognized tertiary institution.
Minimum Number of Years of Relevant Experience
- Three (03) years of experience in the maintenance of mechanical equipment, including rotating and static equipment, as well as facilities upkeep, within the oil and gas industry.
- Practical knowledge of the maintenance, troubleshooting, overhaul and repair of static and rotating mechanical equipment, including pumps, compressors, turbines, motors, valves and internal combustion engines.
- Knowledge of equipment dismantling, inspection, reassembly, alignment and testing, including bearings, seals, couplings and lubrication systems.
- Ability to interpret P&IDs, mechanical and piping drawings, isometrics, equipment manuals and technical specifications.
- Competence in using precision measuring instruments, mechanical tools and workshop equipment
- Knowledge of preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance practices, including condition monitoring, vibration monitoring, oil analysis and Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA).
- Working knowledge of pipefitting, flange management, welding and fabrication processes.
- Knowledge of mechanical codes and standards, safe work practices, and lifting and rigging operations.
- Knowledge of maintenance planning and scheduling, including the use of Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and Excel.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.