GROUND SUPPORT EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE MECHANIC / RAMP HANDLING AGENT

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GROUND SUPPORT EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE

MECHANIC / RAMP HANDLING AGENT

Purpose of the Position

Reporting to the Ground Operations Manager, the GSE Maintenance / Ramp Handling Agent will form part of RENAC’s ramp handling team and from time to time the incumbent will also perform ramp handling functions.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Performing standard mechanical repairs, such as minor services, changing brake pads.

• Develop professional relationship with internal and external customers ensuring effective GSE operations.

• To carry out routine equipment maintenance, including inspections to ensure it meets regulatory requirements.

• Testing equipment before and after repair procedures.

• Maintaining the workshop and customer areas and keeping inventory well organized.

• Ordering new parts.

• Writing maintenance reports.

• To carry out quality control using various regulated tests and techniques.

• To demonstrate responsiveness to the needs of internal customers, often under pressurized conditions.

• To deliver an excellent service within the airport to customers and staff alike.

• Ensure the appropriate standards of safety and security are adhered to.

• Responsible for daily record keeping and reporting.

• Comply with company’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and policy.

• Assure proper compliance with local and international laws and regulations.

• Follow Dangerous Goods Requirements and Regulations.

• Comply with other general office duties as assigned.

• High level of integrity and self-driven.

Key Competencies

• Attention to detail

• Safety consciousness

• Teamwork and communication

• Problem-solving skills

• Time management

• Ability to work shift patterns, weekends, and public holidays

• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills

• Ability to interpret technical manuals and schematics

• Basic computer literacy for maintenance reporting

• Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment

Key Performance Indicators

• Percentage of GSE serviceable and available for operations

• Percentage of scheduled PM tasks completed on time

• Accuracy and compliance with OEM/airline maintenance standards

• Compliance with safety protocols, PPE use, and ramp safety standards

• Updates made in maintenance systems (e.g., AMOS, RAMCO, or internal tools) within the required time frame

• Cooperation with ramp, engineering, and operations teams

• Attendance, punctuality, and adherence to company values

• Identifying opportunities to lower repair costs without compromising safety

Minimum Qualifications

• Diploma in motor mechanics or equivalent

• Valid driver’s license (Heavy Duty)

• Airside Safety Training, IATA Dangerous Goods Awareness Training and Aviation Safety Awareness Training (added advantage)

Experience

• Work experience in heavy plant equipment or vehicle maintenance

The Reward

Please send your application, detailed CV, copies of certificates, and traceable references by 4th February 2026 to:

Manager: Human Capital
By email only: careers@renac.co.sz

Reference:
GROUND SUPPORT EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE MECHANIC