Vacancy title:
Mechanical Technician

[Type: VOLUNTEER, Industry: Utilities, Category: Science & Engineering, Installation, Maintenance & Repair]

Jobs at:
Mbeya Water Supply and Sanitation Authority ( Mbeya WSSA )

Deadline of this Job:
Monday, July 20 2026

Duty Station:
Mbeya | Mbeya

Summary
Date Posted: Saturday, July 11 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Mbeya Water Supply and Sanitation Authority

MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN – 1 POST

6.1 Qualifications and Experience

Holder of Diploma/FTC in one of the following fields: Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering or Automotive Engineering from a recognized institution.

6.2 Duties and Responsibilities

• To carry out inspection of plants and equipment according to the laid down procedures;
• To participate in carrying out mechanical maintenance and repair of machines, motors, equipment, pumps and motor vehicles as directed;
• To complete job card for every machine/mechanical maintenance and repair work carried out;
• To keep records of all maintenance and repair works undertaken for every machine and plant;
• To participate in preparation of plans, designs, and modifications for new mechanical installations as required by management;
• To ensure that record of daily breakdowns of water distribution system and repaired breakdowns are kept properly;
• To prepare periodical reports on mechanical repairs and maintenance undertaken.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 24

Level of Education: associate degree

Job application procedure

GENERAL CONDITIONS

• Applicants must be Tanzanian aged between 18 and 35 years.
• Applicants must attach an up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV) with reliable contacts, including postal address, mail address, and telephone numbers.
• Applicants must attach certified copies of academic and professional certificates, academic transcripts, and birth certificates.
• Applicants must have two guarantors. Both must be Public Servants.
• Applicants must attach an introduction letter from the Village/Street Executive Officer or relevant Local Government Authority.
• Applicants must be willing to volunteer in the respective assigned area.
• Applicants must attach a copy of the National Identification Card (NIDA).
• Applicants must attach two (2) coloured passport size pictures.
• Applicants must not have been convicted by any Court of Law for criminal or disciplinary offences and must possess good conduct and acceptable moral character within the community.
• Testimonials, Provisional Results, Statements of Results, and Form IV and Form VI Results Slips shall not be accepted.
• All foreign academic certificates must be recognised by the relevant authorities, namely TCU, NECTA, or NACTVET.
• The volunteering programme is strictly intended for skills development and acquisition of work experience and shall not be construed as a basis for automatic employment in the Public Service.
• Applications should reach the undersigned before/on 20th July, 2026.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• The successful applicant should be ready to commence work on 1 August, 2026.
• A signed application letter, written in either Swahili or English, should be addressed to:-Jobs

Managing Director,
Mbeya Water Supply and Sanitation Authority,
P.O. Box 2932,
MBEYA.

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