Diesel Mechanic required for a reputable construction company based in East London
Requirements
- 5 Years + Experience, with qualifications
- Electrical & Hydraulic knowledge and experience
- The willingness to travel extensively and stay away from home, a requirement of the role
- Physically fit and healthy with a recent medical fitness certificate not older than 12 months
- Red Seal Trade tested diesel mechanic , a requirement of the role
- Experience must include diesel mechanics related to earth moving equipment / yellow plant, should you have white plant experience, this would be advantageous
- Valid Drivers license
- Must read / write & speak English
- Good communication skills
- Good computer skills (Excel skills)
- Must be proactive , punctual, self-managed and Strong work ethic
- Ability to work long hours and over weekends/standby when required
- Ability to problem solve and think outside the box, inline with procedural guidelines
Key Responsibilities :
- Ensuring all maintenance and break downs are addressed on Heavy Duty Earth Moving Equipment and Crushing plants
- Ensure that operational machinery are kept in line with legal requirements and company policies i.e. roadworthy, operational levels, maintenance procedures etc.
- Servicing of company vehicles to predefined checklists
- Apply and adhere to Health & Safety rules and regulations in all aspects of job
- Maintain a safe and clean working place at all times
- Administer regular reporting to management regarding breakdowns, services etc
- Perform ancillary duties to the above as determined by management on an ongoing basis
- Carry out scheduled & unscheduled maintenance and repairs to a fleet of equipment
- Carry out Fault diagnostics & basic electrical repairs on the equipment when required
- Experienced in performing the following tasks, will be advantageous in the application
- Minor and Major Services
- Engine removal and replacement (if and when required)
- Engine Strip & Assemble (if and when required)
- Gearbox removal and replacement (if and when required)
- Braking Systems (if and when required)
- Steering & Suspension (if and when required)
- Electrical & Mechanical Diagnostics (if and when required)
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive a response within 14 days please consider your application unsuccessful. We will keep your CV on our database for any other relevant roles that may arise.