South Africa: Workshop Superintendent – Mechanisation (Agricultural Machinery & Land Development) posted by Zeebra Junction Specialist Recruitment

About the Role

Zeebra Junction Specialist Recruitment is seeking an experienced and technically skilled Workshop Superintendent Mechanisation to oversee its mechanisation maintenance operations and surveying activities within a large-scale sugar project in Uganda. The ideal candidate will have strong experience managing the maintenance of heavy agricultural equipment fleets for land preparation, and surveying, alongside team supervision and preventative maintenance planning.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and manage all land development, drainage works, and road construction activities within the project area.
• Oversees the survey of company lands, ensuring alignment with land titles and survey standards.
• Develop specifications for agricultural machinery and supervise implementation across the estate.
• Lead the development of field service systems, including satellite and mobile workshops.
• Supervise and train a technical team responsible for equipment operations and land surveys.
• Monitor and report on machinery productivity, maintenance schedules, and fuel consumption.
• Implement standard procedures for the maintenance and repair of agricultural machinery.
• Ensure accurate records of land area, planting, harvesting, and block alignment are maintained.
• Generate drainage layouts, block designs, and road alignments using software such as AutoCAD.
• Liaise with governmental agencies (e.g., NEMA, NFA) on environmental and regulatory matters.
• Enforce safety, health, and environmental procedures to maintain a safe working environment.

Requirements

• Extensive working knowledge and hands-on experience with heavy equipment fleets including:
• Graders
• Bulldozers
• Cane Loaders
• Forklifts
• John Deere Boom Sprayers
• Caterpillar, John Deere, and European-made agricultural machines
• Mechanical and diagnostic skills including hydraulic circuit reading and troubleshooting, experience using CAT ET diagnostic tools, engine and transmission overhauls, and preventative maintenance planning and scheduling.
• Proven ability to handle and maintain a fleet of heavy plant equipment.
• Spare parts planning and service schedule execution, budget and downtime minimisation strategies.
• Team supervision and coordination abilities including lead and coordinate a team of 25+ staff members including technicians, operators, and field staff.
• IT proficiency including competency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and experience with AutoCAD or similar design and mapping tools.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Automobile Engineering, or Surveying from a recognised institution.

Salary & Benefits

A competitive salary package will be offered based on qualifications and experience paid Net in USD$, accompanied by:

• Local Living allowance
• Furnished Accommodation / Housing (Single or Family Status)
• Annual Gratuity
• NSSF contributions paid by company
• Visa and work permits paid by the company
• Transport
• Medical Cover
• Annual Leave including return Air tickets to point of origin

How to Apply

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a detailed CV and cover letter outlining relevant experience and technical expertise. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.