The HALO Trust Iraq
Senior Mechanic
- Basra
- Full time
- 2 hours ago
- Salary
- Not stated
- Deadline
- Nov 24, 2026
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Mechanical Supervisor · Basra
The HALO Trust is hiring a Senior Mechanic in Basra to manage the vehicle fleet workshop, lead maintenance staff, and perform servicing and repairs on light vehicles and heavy machinery. The role requires a relevant technical diploma or vocational qualification and at least five years of mechanical experience.
About the job
The Senior Mechanic is responsible for the serviceability of all vehicles and machinery in HALO Iraq. They have direct oversight of the other staff mechanics and occasional HQ drivers to assist them in maintenance and repair work.
As a manager, they are to lead by example and support other staff in the programme. As a member of HALO staff they will work closely with others and provide as an example of HALO’s good working practice, always working hard to ensure the job is done.
At all times all HALO Trust employees are expected to:
Behave and perform duties to a high standard, always upholding HALO’s good reputation
Build and maintain good relations with the local communities that we work in and work to help
Work well with others and always support our HALO colleagues and respect each other
Maintain a professional approach, always behaving professionally and wearing HALO uniform and PPE.
Benefits
- Paid leave
- Your annual leave entitlement as per your HALO contract.
Requirements
- Technical diploma or vocational qualification in automotive mechanics, heavy vehicle mechanics, plant / construction equipment maintenance, or a closely related field. Equivalent practical experience may be considered.
- Valid Iraq general driving licence covering all vehicles
- The Senior Mechanic must have at least 5 years’ experience working on light vehicles and heavy machinery, including engine repair. The Senior Mechanic must be able to diagnose and perform most repairs needed on all the vehicles and machinery they are responsible for. They must also have a firm grasp of parts ordering and knowledge about where parts can be obtained quickly and cheaply. They must understand logistics systems and be able to categorize and track items in the fleet stores.
Responsibilities
- The Senior Mechanic is responsible for service and repair of all vehicles and machinery. They are the direct line manager for all HALO mechanics and are responsible for the oversight of all work done on HALO’s fleet and mechanical equipment.
- Provide technical expertise and manual skill in the inspection, servicing, and repair of programme vehicles and other mechanical equipment.
- Perform preventative maintenance to prolong the serviceability of equipment.
- Conduct regularly scheduled service checks
- Ensure all vehicles, mechanical assets, generators, water pumps and any other mechanical equipment stay up to date and in good working order
- Provide ongoing training to mechanics and drivers regarding the preventative maintenance and routine care of programme vehicles and mechanical equipment.
- Accurately record details on service histories and job sheets.
- Present monthly briefs to senior management about work accomplished and ongoing problems.
- Create monthly workplans to share with Fleet Officer.
- Immediately report any damage to any vehicle or other equipment to the senior management
- Take responsibility for the fleet workshop. This includes accounting for and organizing all tools, ensuring workshop cleanliness, and ensuring the safe disposal of all workshop waste.
- Request spare parts and workshop equipment when necessary.
- Ensure parts for write off are labelled with job sheet number and submitted to PM for write-off
- Manage the activities of other mechanics
- Conduct assessments and basic training of HALO staff to enable them to drive in compliance with internal regulations.
- Carry out any other duties as directed to meet project standards and operational requirements.
Working hours
- Five days per week for eight hours per day, with Friday and Saturday being rest days, notwithstanding travel and non-routine events.
Notes
- General terms, conditions and requirements will be in line with those for HALO national staff and your contract.
- This position will be based in Basra.
Skills
- Driving licence
- Engine repair
- Preventative maintenance
- Heavy machinery maintenance
Details
- Profession
- Mechanical Supervisor
- Category
- Trades & Labour
- Education
- Diploma
- Experience
- Senior · 5+ years