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Scanner Maintenance Engineer

Organisation
Jamaica Customs Agency
Reference
VAC-57077
Contract Type
Full-Time
Industries
Installation, Maintenance & Repair
Location
Kingston
Salary & Benefits
$4, 266, 270 annually
Date Posted
05/06/2025
Expiry Date
23/06/2025
The incumbent maintains non-intrusive inspection equipment, ensures safety compliance, conducts routine maintenance, trains staff, manages documentation, supports operations, and assists with budgeting and continuous improvement.

 

Job Purpose

Under the direct supervision of the Manager, Technical Operations, the Scanner Maintenance Engineer is responsible to: 

  • Perform routine maintenance to ensure that all non-intrusive inspection machinery and equipment run smoothly and efficiently with minimal downtime.  
  • Assist with providing training on equipment operation and maintenance procedures. 

 

Key Responsibility Areas

Technical/Professional Responsibilities 

  • Responsible for maintaining all non-intrusive inspection scanners and equipment by ensuring that: 
  • Equipment is checked before daily operations and periodically during service life. 
  • equipment operates according to approved radiation safety procedures, including using exclusion zones around the equipment. 
  • Radiation shields and other safety measures are properly installed and operational. 
  • Inspect and conduct routine maintenance of all non-intrusive inspection equipment to ensure they run optimally with minimal downtime. 
  • Conduct maintenance process audits. 
  • Monitor the system fleet availability. 
  • Assist with training system operations staff on equipment operation and maintenance procedures. 
  • Properly document all service-related activities promptly and professionally, including inventory, service orders, expense reports, and all other required records. 
  • Providing support to the System Operations team. 
  • Responding to significant equipment breakdowns. 
  • Work with the  technical manager and other executives to manage budgets. 
  • Participates in training programs and continuous improvement efforts. 

Customer Service Responsibilities 

  • Maintains customer service principles, standards, and measurements. 
  • Identifies and incorporates the interests and needs of customers in business process design.   

Other Responsibilities 

  • Performs all other duties and functions as may be required occasionally.  
  • May be required to provide witness statements, attend court proceedings, and give evidence. 
  • Complies with Health & Safety Policies & Procedures. 

 

Required Skills/Competencies

Core   

  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills with the ability to build productive customer relationships and professionally handle client complaints. 
  • Strong technical communication skills. 
  • Strong organisational skills evidenced by excellent time management; must be self-reliant, dependable, and professional. 
  • Strong problem-solving & decision-making skills. 
  • Strong judgment and analytical skills. 
  • Keen attention to detail and accuracy. 
  • Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, management personnel, and the public. 
  • Good team worker but able to exercise judgment and work independently to make decisions.  
  • Ability to work well under pressure. 
  • Ability to work with heavy equipment. 
  • Ability to display high levels of confidentiality, integrity, and professionalism. 

Technical 

  • Basic knowledge of laws and regulations governing Customs in Jamaica.  
  • Good knowledge of international Customs, Enforcement and Border Protection best practices. 
  • Knowledge of OSHE guidelines and regulations 
  • Knowledge of Radiation Safety Standards and regulations 
  • Advanced knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems. 
  • Ability to read system schematics diagrams. 
  • Advanced troubleshooting skills. 
  • Understanding of safety and equipment procedures. 
  • Working knowledge of relevant computer applications and systems. 

 

Minimum Required Education and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in a technical-related field with a strong emphasis on mechanical, electrical and industrial engineering 
  • At least two (2) years of experience in a technical hands-on experience, preferable within an industrial setting  
  • Experience/training in the use of radiation detection equipment. 

 

Special Conditions Associated with The Job

  • Work with standard equipment and specialised software will be conducted in various offices.  
  • Involves working in a fast-paced environment with ongoing interactions with critical stakeholders. 
  • On-call 24 hours. 
  • Ability to do physically demanding work, including lifting and carrying equipment weighing up to 40 pounds and climbing in rigorous environments. 
  • Technicians may work outdoors in all-weather environments. 
  • Some travel may be necessary to support equipment and system installation and troubleshoot and maintain systems or products. 
  • Exposure to radiation and radioactive elements.

Region: 
Kingston
Occupational fields: 
Engineering
Other
Other
Other
Fields of study: 
Industrial engineering
Required degree level: 
Other

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