Lead Fleet Mechanic: Diagnostics, PMs & Mentoring

Private Advertiser; George Town; On-site; MYR 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Private Advertiser is seeking an experienced lead technician in Penang to oversee diagnostics, maintenance, and repair of forklifts and material handling equipment. You will guide a team, ensure high safety and quality standards, and manage maintenance logs and inventory.

The role emphasizes hands-on problem solving across hydraulic, diesel, LPG, and electric systems, with a focus on reliability, safety, and mentoring junior staff.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading diagnostics and repair of forklifts and material handling equipment.
• Hands-on PMS execution and fleet maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of hydraulic systems, IC engines, transmissions, and electrical/electronic controls.
• Proven ability to mentor junior mechanics and elevate technical capability.
• Commitment to safety standards and quality control.
• Experience maintaining spare parts inventory and maintenance logs.

Responsibilities

• Lead troubleshooting, overhaul, and repair activities for forklifts and MHE fleet.
• Execute and oversee preventive maintenance to minimize downtime and maximize reliability.
• Diagnose complex issues across hydraulic systems, engines, transmissions, and electrical controls.
• Guide, train, and mentor junior mechanics to raise team technical capability.
• Inspect completed repairs to ensure safety and compliance before return to service.
• Assist in inventory management and maintain accurate maintenance logs.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

System diagnosis

Leadership

Safety compliance

Inventory management

Job description

Private Advertiser is seeking an experienced lead technician in Penang to oversee diagnostics, maintenance, and repair of forklifts and material handling equipment. You will guide a team, ensure high safety and quality standards, and manage maintenance logs and inventory.

The role emphasizes hands-on problem solving across hydraulic, diesel, LPG, and electric systems, with a focus on reliability, safety, and mentoring junior staff.