Mechanical Technician – Agropal West Africa Limited

Job Description

Company Profile

AGROPAL West Africa Limited (AGROPAL) is a leading agribusiness engaged in the processing and international marketing of fruits grown across West Africa. Our product portfolio includes dried fruits such as mangoes, pineapples, coconuts, bananas, and papaya.

Our mission is to empower all actors within the agricultural value chain to promote inclusive sector development. Our vision is to build a vibrant agricultural industry in Ghana and West Africa that strengthens economies, creates sustainable incomes, and enhances food security and public health.

Job Purpose

As part of its growth and operational expansion, AGROPAL is seeking to recruit a skilled and dedicated Mechanical Technician to join its Maintenance Department. The successful candidate will support efficient plant operations by ensuring the reliability and optimal performance of mechanical equipment.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

The Mechanical Technician will be responsible for the following:

• Conducting routine inspection, servicing, and repair of mechanical equipment
• Responding promptly to mechanical breakdowns to minimize production downtime
• Performing preventive maintenance in line with approved maintenance schedules
• Maintaining and repairing boilers, pumps, dryers, conveyors, washing, slicing, SO₂ spraying, metal detection, and packaging machines
• Assisting with the installation, alignment, and commissioning of new machinery
• Replacing worn or damaged mechanical components, including bearings, belts, chains, seals, and shafts
• Adhering strictly to factory safety rules, mechanical safety procedures, and hygiene requirements
• Ensuring compliance with food processing standards and company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Maintaining accurate records of maintenance activities, inspections, and repairs
• Working collaboratively with production, electrical, and quality assurance teams

Qualifications & Experience

Education

• Trade Certificate (NVTI), Diploma, or a related mechanical field

Experience

• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in mechanical or plumbing maintenance within an industrial or commercial environment
• Prior experience in food processing or manufacturing facilities will be an added advantage

Skills & Competencies

• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and fault-finding skills
• Sound knowledge of industrial machinery and moving mechanical parts
• Ability to safely use hand tools and workshop equipment
• Understanding of preventive maintenance principles and practices
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Personal Attributes

• Assertive and proactive
• Strong attention to detail
• Critical thinker with the ability to take initiative
• Self-motivated and results-oriented
• Effective listener and team player

Working Conditions

• Factory-based role requiring shift work and occasional weekend duties
• Exposure to industrial machinery, noise, and heat

Work Location

• Onsite at AGROPAL West Africa Limited, Akuse, Eastern Region

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their updated and detailed CVs to:

vacancy@agropalwa.com
Subject Line: Mechanical Technician

• CVs must not exceed seven (7) pages and include three (3) referees
• The evaluation committee will pay close attention to the quality and presentation of submitted CVs
• Applications that do not meet the stated qualifications will be automatically disqualified at the administrative screening stage