About the Role
Proforce Limited is a leading total defence solution provider specializing in armoured vehicles and personal protection, delivering confidence in protective mobility across Nigeria and Africa. We are currently seeking a skilled, highly analytical Auto-Mechanic to join our dynamic engineering and production team at our manufacturing facility in Ode Remo, Ogun State. The successful candidate will play a critical role in assembling, integrating, diagnosing, repairing, and testing heavy-duty petrol and diesel mechanical systems, powertrains, suspensions, and drive systems for specialized and armored vehicles.
Key Responsibilities- Install, integrate, tune, and test high-performance petrol and diesel engines, transmissions, transfer cases, and differential systems according to engineering schematics.
- Assemble and align drive shafts, steering mechanisms, heavy-duty suspension assemblies, cooling units, and hydraulic or pneumatic braking systems.
- Diagnose mechanical failures, power loss, hydraulic leaks, and structural drive issues using advanced diagnostic tools and mechanical testing procedures.
- Set up and inspect engine oiling, transmission cooling, fuel injection networks, and air intake systems designed for heavy operational vehicles.
- Execute rigorous road tests, dyno runs, and workshop performance audits on completed vehicles to verify mechanical reliability, load handling, and power output.
- Perform routine maintenance, component overhauls, and immediate mechanical fixes identified during line assembly or quality control inspections.
- Minimum of NABTEB, Trade Test Class 1, OND, or HND/B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
- Must be a qualified Petrol Mechanic or Diesel Mechanic, with dual petrol and diesel expertise highly preferred.
- Minimum of 2 to 5 years of hands-on mechanical experience in vehicle assembly plants, heavy equipment maintenance, fleet operations, or specialized automotive workshops.
- Strong diagnostic problem-solving skills, manual dexterity, proficiency with specialized mechanic tools, and high attention to detail.
- Comprehensive understanding of 4WD/6WD/8WD drivetrain dynamics, technical schematic interpretation, and quality assurance standards.
- Competitive salary package commensurate with experience and industry standards.
- Opportunity to work with cutting-edge defense technology and specialized armored vehicle manufacturing.
- Continuous professional development, technical training, and career advancement opportunities.
- Health insurance and other attractive staff welfare benefits in a secure and professional work environment.