Portuguese‑Speaking Heavy Equipment Mechanic – Agriculture

About the role

Apt Resources is looking for a Portuguese‑speaking Heavy Equipment Mechanic to support vital agricultural operations in Angola. You will be responsible for keeping tractors, harvesters and other farm machinery running safely and efficiently, working closely with on‑site teams to minimise downtime.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain and repair agricultural heavy machinery to minimise operational downtime.
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults on tractors and farm equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance inspections and schedule servicing for field machinery.
• Coordinate with operators to troubleshoot equipment issues across multiple agricultural sites.
• Ensure all repairs comply with safety standards and support reliable on‑site operations.

Required profile

• 3‑5 years of experience repairing agricultural heavy equipment such as tractors and harvesters.
• Experience performing preventive maintenance in remote or field‑based environments.
• Strong hands‑on experience with diesel engines, hydraulic and electrical systems, and heavy‑equipment diagnostic tools.
• Relevant mechanical certification or equivalent hands‑on training.
• Fluent Portuguese communication skills.
• Willingness to relocate to Angola.

Required skills

• Diesel engine repair
• Hydraulic system repair
• Electrical system repair
• Heavy equipment diagnostics
• Preventive maintenance
• Mechanical troubleshooting

What we offer

• Competitive salary aligned with market standards.