Oliver Mwatata

Motivated and detail-oriented Mechanical engineering Technician seeking a dynamic role where I can apply my technical skills and problem solving abilities to contribute to the success of a forward-thinking organization. Proficient in maintaining smooth mechanical systems, innovation, root cause analysis and continuous improvement with strong commitment to safety and quality standards.

Mechanical Engineering Technician - ABYSSINIA GROUP OF INDUSTRIES

(2026-01)

• Maintain machine uptime by preventive maintenance, proactive maintenance and breakdown maintenance on industrial production environment.
• Reduced and scheduled downtime by lead of kaizen initiative to re-engineer hydraulic components, cleaning procedure, reduce repair time and increased safety compliance.
• Knowledge of 5s methodology to workshop maintenance, improving inventory accuracy and reducing tool such time.
• Collaboration with teams to install new machinery with insurance compliance, blueprint and safety standards.
• Conduct Inspection of quality tests to maintain high production standards.
• Diagnosing and resolving mechanical and electrical faults using appropriate diagnostic tools.

Mechanical Engineering Technician - UMOJA RUBBER LIMITED

(2025-02 - 2025-12)

• Interpret blueprints and technical specification to assemble machines.
• Undertake machine preventive maintenance; lubrication, cleaning and system overhauling.
• Diagnosing and resolving mechanical and electrical faults using appropriate diagnostic tools.
• Conduct inspections and quality tests to maintain high production standards.
• Documentation of safety procedures and maintenance activities.
• Instructing new team members on safe operation and maintenance practices.

Industrial attachment - UMOJA RUBBER LIMITED

(2024-05 - 2024-07)

• Assisted in machine assembly and regular upkeep under senior supervision.
• Participated in troubleshooting and repair of mechanical systems.
• Maintained equipment documentation and supported QA efforts.
• Helped enforce operational safety guidelines.

Craft Certificate - Mechanical Engineering - Bureti Technical Training Institute (2022 - 2024)

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - Bundacho Secondary School (2017 - 2020)

Kenya Certificate of Primary Education - Chasimba Primary School (2007 - 2016)