NEW EMPLOYMENT AVAILABLE
Title: Diesel Mechanic
Area: Dundee
Industry: Workshop
Ref No.: TRG 2188
Salary: Market related basic avail/neg
Start Date: As soon as possible
An experienced DIESEL MECHANIC (TECHNICIAN) is required for permanent employment based in Dundee.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Performing preventative maintenance on trucks, trailers, diesel powered fridge units and generators by conducting inspections to identify damages or worn components
- Maintaining detailed records of serviced vehicles
- Checking vehicle lighting, charging and starting systems
- Test driving vehicles to gauge performance and fuel consumption
- Running diagnostic tests on all vehicle systems, steering system, suspension system (pneumatic and mechanical) braking system (Pneumatic, hydro-pneumatic and hydraulic brakes)
- Maintaining a parts inventory
- Ensuring the cleanliness of the workshop (housekeeping)
- Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading technical publications
- Adhering to an inspection procedure checklist
- Attending to breakdowns
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:
- Trade Test: Diesel Mechanic / Technician (merSETA/Olifantsfontein/QCTO)
- Valid drivers license Code 14 with PDP
- Contactable references
- 5 (+) years relevant experience in the trade
- Ability to speak in English and Zulu will an advantage.
- Ability to conduct maintenance and services on Mercedes Benz trucks, Kubota engines, Yanmar engines and Volvo engines.
- Able to work shifts and weekends.
- Position based in Dundee, local residency required.
SKILLS
- Proficiency with maintenance and repairs tools
- Physically fit and able to manage the physical requirements of the post.
- Diagnostic skills
- Aptitude for mathematics and science
- Advanced knowledge of diesel engine components
- Attention to details
- Good interpersonal skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
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APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
- We will ONLY consider applications from suitably experienced candidates that meet the requirements of this vacancy.