HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC AT BIASE PLANTATIONS LIMITED | MECHANICAL JOBS IN CROSS RIVER

About Company:

Biase Plantations Limited is a subsidiary of Wilmar International Limited, Singapore, one of Asia’s leading agribusiness groups. Incorporated on 9 February 2011, Biase Plantations Limited has established itself as a major player in Nigeria’s palm oil industry. The company operates an integrated oil palm project in Cross River State, Nigeria, covering over 34,000 hectares of plantations and a state-of-the-art palm oil mill. It stands as a cornerstone of Nigeria’s palm oil sector, combining large-scale plantation management with advanced processing facilities, and contributing to both local and global agribusiness growth.

Job Description:

• The Heavy Duty Mechanic is responsible for the inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of heavy-duty vehicles, equipment, and generators to ensure optimal performance, safety, and operational efficiency across plantation activities.

Key Responsibilities
Maintenance & Repairs:

• Carry out routine and preventive maintenance on heavy-duty equipment such as trucks, tractors, bulldozers, excavators, wheel loaders, and generators.
• Perform corrective repairs to minimize downtime and extend equipment lifespan.

Diagnostics & Troubleshooting:

• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and engine faults accurately.
• Identify root causes of equipment failures and recommend effective solutions.

Component Replacement & Servicing:

• Adjust, service, and replace defective components to restore equipment functionality.
• Ensure all replaced parts meet required technical and safety standards.

Routine Inspection & Safety Compliance:

• Conduct regular inspections of equipment and machinery to prevent breakdowns
• Ensure compliance with company safety procedures and industry standards.
• Promote a safe working environment within the workshop and field operations.

Generator & Engine Repairs:

• Perform repairs and maintenance on generators and engine systems as required
• Ensure efficient operation of power-generating equipment for estate use.

Documentation & Reporting:

• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and parts usage.
• Report faults, completed jobs, and outstanding issues to the supervisor.

Collaboration & Operational Support:

• Work closely with other mechanics and operational teams to maintain equipment schedules.
• Support field operations by ensuring machinery availability and reliability.

Requirements:

Minimum Educational Qualifications:

• SSCE, ND or equivalent qualification
• Hands-on experience in heavy-duty equipment maintenance and repair.
• Experience in plantation, industrial, or construction environments is an advantage.

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of:
  • Generator repairs
  • Engine diagnostics and repairs
  • Hydraulic systems and heavy-duty vehicle maintenance
• Understanding of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Physical fitness and ability to work in demanding conditions
• High level of integrity, honesty, and reliability

Additional Requirements:

• Age range: 25 – 45 years.
• Willingness to work extended hours when required.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Working Conditions:

• Based at the estate workshop with frequent field assignments.
• Exposure to heavy machinery, noise, grease, and outdoor conditions.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is mandatory.

Salary

Application Closing Date: 21st May, 2026

Application Instructions:

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV, Application Letters and other relevant documents / Credentials to: edak.edet@ng.wilmar-intl.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.
Or
Hand-deliver Applications to:
The General Manager,
Biase PlantationsLimited, Estate Estate,
Mbarakom, Akamkpa Local Government Area,
Cross River State.