Mechanical Helper

Position: Mechanical Helper

Project: Power Plant Shutdown / Turnaround

Industry: Power Generation / Power Plant Maintenance

Location: Project Site

Job Responsibilities

• Assist mechanical technicians, fitters, and maintenance teams during power plant shutdown and turnaround activities .
• Assist in dismantling, inspection, cleaning, repair, and reassembly of mechanical equipment.
• Support maintenance work on pumps, valves, compressors, turbines, boilers, heat exchangers, piping, and other mechanical equipment .
• Carry and arrange tools, equipment, spare parts, and mechanical materials at the worksite.
• Assist fitters in removing and installing bolts, nuts, gaskets, flanges, valves, and mechanical components.
• Assist with equipment isolation, dismantling and reinstallation under the direction of qualified technicians.
• Help with cleaning of equipment, work areas, tools, and components.
• Support alignment, lubrication, and basic mechanical maintenance activities as instructed.
• Assist in material handling and shifting equipment using appropriate manual handling techniques.
• Follow instructions from Mechanical Foreman, Supervisor, or Technician.
• Maintain good housekeeping at the work area throughout the shutdown.
• Follow all HSE, PPE, permit-to-work, LOTO, and site safety requirements .
• Work effectively under shutdown conditions, including extended hours, shifts, and overtime when required.

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience as a Mechanical Helper, Mechanical Assistant, Fitter Helper, or Maintenance Helper is preferred.
• Experience in power plants, industrial plants, refineries, petrochemical plants, or heavy industrial projects is an advantage.
• Shutdown/turnaround experience is highly preferred.
• Basic understanding of mechanical tools and equipment.
• Physically fit and able to work in demanding industrial environments.
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a mechanical maintenance team.
• Good safety awareness and willingness to follow site procedures.