Diesel Mechanic

Network Contracting; Middelburg; On-site; EUR 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Contracting in Middelburg, Netherlands, seeks a qualified Diesel Mechanic to perform diagnostics, maintenance and repairs on diesel-powered equipment. The role involves servicing engines, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and ensuring adherence to safety standards.

You will inspect engines, transmissions and brakes, diagnose faults with appropriate tools, and carry out overhauls or component replacements as needed. A valid license and strong safety focus are essential.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 / Matric is required.
• Qualified Diesel Mechanic with a recognised Trade Test.
• Experience in manufacturing, industrial, fleet or heavy-equipment environments.
• Strong experience in diesel engine maintenance and mechanical fault-finding.
• Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems is advantageous.
• Experience with mobile equipment, forklifts, trucks or industrial diesel machinery is advantageous.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and mechanical drawings.
• Valid driver's licence.
• Good knowledge of occupational health and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic, maintenance and repair work on diesel-powered vehicles, machinery and equipment.
• Conduct routine servicing and preventative maintenance on diesel engines and associated systems.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical faults.
• Inspect engines, transmissions, braking systems, cooling systems and other mechanical components.
• Carry out engine overhauls, repairs and component replacements where required.
• Maintain and repair forklifts, mobile equipment, trucks and other diesel-driven machinery.
• Ensure equipment is maintained according to planned maintenance schedules.
• Respond to breakdowns and attend to urgent mechanical repairs to minimise production downtime.
• Complete maintenance records, inspection reports and job cards accurately.
• Identify potential equipment failures and recommend preventative measures.
• Assist with the installation, commissioning and maintenance of mechanical equipment where required.
• Maintain tools, equipment and workshop facilities in good working condition.
• Work in compliance with health, safety and environmental procedures.
• Collaborate with maintenance and production teams to ensure equipment availability.
• Participate in planned maintenance, shutdowns and standby duties when required.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Diagnostic and fault-finding

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Safety mindset

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

Trade test qualified Diesel Mechanic

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Hydraulic tools

Pneumatic tools

Job description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform diagnostic, maintenance and repair work on diesel-powered vehicles, machinery and equipment.
• Conduct routine servicing and preventative maintenance on diesel engines and associated systems.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical faults.
• Inspect engines, transmissions, braking systems, cooling systems and other mechanical components.
• Conduct fault-finding using appropriate diagnostic equipment and tools.
• Carry out engine overhauls, repairs and component replacements where required.
• Maintain and repair forklifts, mobile equipment, trucks and other diesel-driven machinery.
• Ensure equipment is maintained according to planned maintenance schedules.
• Respond to breakdowns and attend to urgent mechanical repairs to minimise production downtime.
• Complete maintenance records, inspection reports and job cards accurately.
• Identify potential equipment failures and recommend preventative measures.
• Assist with the installation, commissioning and maintenance of mechanical equipment where required.
• Maintain tools, equipment and workshop facilities in good working condition.
• Ensure all work is performed in accordance with health, safety and environmental procedures.
• Work closely with the maintenance and production teams to ensure equipment availability.
• Participate in planned maintenance, shutdowns and standby duties when required.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Grade 12 / Matric.
• Qualified Diesel Mechanic with a recognised Trade Test.
• Relevant experience in a manufacturing, industrial, fleet or heavy-equipment environment.
• Strong experience in diesel engine maintenance and mechanical fault-finding.
• Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems will be advantageous.
• Experience with mobile equipment, forklifts, trucks or industrial diesel machinery will be advantageous.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and mechanical drawings.
• Valid driver's licence.
• Good knowledge of occupational health and safety requirements.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Strong mechanical and technical aptitude.
• Excellent diagnostic and fault-finding skills.
• Good problem-solving ability.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a maintenance team.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and respond to breakdowns efficiently.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality and preventative maintenance.