System Inspector (Automotive) (2 years Contract)

ST Engineering; Independence (KS); Presencial; USD 52.000 - 74.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

St Engineering is seeking a System Inspector (Automotive) on a two-year contract to lead vehicle inspections, preventive maintenance, and corrective actions. The role demands strong diagnostic skills, safety focus, and the ability to train junior technicians across sites.

You will ensure compliance with standards, document maintenance activities, and support deployments with on-site expertise and cross-location collaboration.

Formación

• Diploma / Nitec / Higher Nitec in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field.
• 3–6 years of vehicle, tracked vehicle, or equipment maintenance experience.
• Experience in inspections and preventive/corrective maintenance programs.
• Strong knowledge of vehicle systems and mechanical equipment.
• Good diagnostic and troubleshooting skills.
• Understanding of maintenance standards, safety regulations, and compliance.
• Proficient in maintenance documentation and digital record-keeping.
• Strong supervisory and mentoring capabilities.
• Ability to work independently and support urgent operational requirements.
• Team player with safety focus and positive attitude.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct inspections and condition assessments of vehicles and equipment to identify defects, ensure serviceability, and maintain safety compliance.
• Execute and oversee preventive maintenance programmes, ensuring all scheduled servicing is completed on time per procedures.
• Perform and coordinate corrective maintenance: fault diagnosis, repair recommendations, and restoration with minimal downtime.
• Monitor maintenance quality and compliance with guidelines and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, reports, defect records, and technical notes for audits.
• Provide cross-location technical support for manpower, troubleshooting, and standard maintenance practices.
• Support readiness inspections and on-site technical support during deployments.
• Develop competency and pursue inspection certifications, keeping up with evolving requirements.
• Lead, coach, and mentor junior technicians to build workforce capability and readiness.
• Promote safety and performance culture with high workmanship standards and continuous improvement.

Conocimientos

Inspection

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Team leadership

Educación

Mechanical Engineering Diploma

Descripción del empleo

Job Title: System Inspector (Automotive) (2 years Contract)

Req ID: 22334

Job Location Region: West

Job Description

• Conduct inspections and condition assessments of vehicles and equipment to identify defects, ensure serviceability, and maintain compliance with safety and operational standards.
• Execute and oversee preventive maintenance programmes, ensuring all scheduled servicing activities are completed on time and in accordance with approved maintenance procedures.
• Perform and coordinate corrective maintenance activities, including fault diagnosis, troubleshooting, repair recommendations, and restoration of equipment to operational readiness with minimal downtime.
• Monitor maintenance quality and technical standards, ensuring all maintenance work complies with established guidelines, regulatory requirements, and best practices.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation, including inspection reports, service histories, defect records, and technical reports to support audits and compliance requirements.
• Provide cross-location technical support by assisting other sites with manpower requirements, complex troubleshooting, specialized maintenance activities, and the implementation of consistent maintenance standards.
• Support operational readiness and ad hoc taskings, including equipment activation, mobilization activities, readiness inspections, and on-site technical support during operational deployments.
• Develop and maintain professional competency, progressively attaining authority-recognized inspection certifications and keeping abreast of evolving technical, regulatory, and maintenance requirements.
• Lead, coach, and mentor junior technicians, conducting structured training, on-the-job coaching, technical knowledge sharing, and competency assessments to build workforce capability and readiness.
• Promote a strong safety and performance culture by demonstrating leadership, upholding high standards of workmanship, ensuring compliance with safety requirements, and fostering continuous improvement within the maintenance team.

Job Requirements

• Diploma / Nitec / Higher Nitec in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 to 6 years of experience in vehicle, tracked vehicle, or equipment maintenance.
• Experience in inspections and managing preventive and corrective maintenance programs.
• Strong technical knowledge of vehicle systems and mechanical equipment.
• Good diagnostic, fault-finding, and troubleshooting skills.
• Sound understanding of maintenance standards, safety regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Proficient in maintenance documentation, reporting, and digital record-keeping systems.
• Strong supervisory, coaching, and mentoring capabilities.
• Ability to work independently, adapt to different operational environments, and support urgent operational requirements.
• Responsible team player with strong attention to detail, commitment to safety, and a positive work attitude.