Light Vehicle Mechanic

Virtucruit; Najran; On-site; SAR 72,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation

Transport

Food on site

Medical coverage

End of service benefits

Job summary

Virtucruit, partnering with a leading mining company in Saudi Arabia, seeks a Light Vehicle Mechanic to inspect, service, troubleshoot and repair the light vehicle fleet, ensuring safe operation and minimal downtime in demanding mining conditions.

The role requires at least five years of hands-on experience with 4x4 pickups and similar vehicles, strong diagnostic capability, and the ability to work in remote sites with a multicultural team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years hands-on experience as a Light Vehicle/Automotive Mechanic, preferably in mining or remote-site operations.
• Strong practical experience with 4x4 diesel and petrol vehicles (e.g., Toyota Hilux, Land Cruiser, MG T60).
• Knowledge of diesel/petrol engines, transmissions, braking, steering, suspension, and electrical systems.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams and OEM service information; use diagnostic tools.
• CMMS familiarity is a plus (Service Manager, SAP).
• Valid light-vehicle driving licence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety, health and environmental standards are maintained.
• Carry out inspections, preventive maintenance, servicing and repairs on light vehicles (4x4 pickups and utilities).
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, steering, suspension, braking, and driveline faults.
• Perform engine oil changes, lubrication, brake inspections, fluid checks, and OEM service activities.
• Use diagnostic scanners, multimeters and testing equipment to verify repairs.
• Read wiring diagrams, service schedules and OEM bulletins.
• Inspect tyres, brakes, suspension and other safety-critical components.
• Maintain maintenance records and accurate job cards in the system.
• Support training of junior mechanics and local staff.

Skills

Diagnostic capability

Hands-on mechanical skills

English communication

Education

Technical Diploma / Trade Certificate in Automotive Mechanic

Tools

Automotive diagnostic tools

CMMS (Service Manager/SAP)

Wiring diagrams & OEM manuals

Job description

Virtucruit is partnering with a leading mining company in Saudi Arabia to appoint a Light Vehicle Mechanic within the Mechanic Department.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for inspecting, servicing, troubleshooting, and repairing the company light vehicle fleet to ensure safe operation, high-availability, and minimum downtime.

The position requires a hands-on mechanic with strong diagnostic capability and at least five years of practical experience maintaining 4x4 pickups, utility vehicles, and similar light-duty vehicles operating in demanding mining and field conditions.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Ensures the highest level of safety, health and environmental work standards are maintained.
• Carry out scheduled inspections, preventive maintenance, servicing, and repairs on light vehicles, including 4x4 pickups and utility vehicles.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, steering, suspension, braking, cooling, fuel, transmission, and driveline faults.
• Perform routine maintenance including engine oil and filter changes, lubrication, brake inspections, fluid checks, belt replacement, battery checks, and other OEM-specified service activities.
• Use diagnostic scanners, multimeters, pressure gauges, and other testing equipment to identify faults and confirm vehicle performance after repairs.
• Read and interpret vehicle wiring diagrams, workshop manuals, service schedules, technical bulletins, and OEM specifications.
• Inspect tyres, wheels, brakes, suspension, steering, and other safety-critical components and report defects requiring corrective action.
• Carry out component removal, replacement, adjustment, and minor overhaul work in accordance with approved maintenance procedures.
• Conduct pre-service and post-repair road tests where authorized to confirm vehicle condition and repair quality.
• Respond to vehicle breakdowns in the workshop and field and restore equipment to service safely and efficiently.
• Maintain good housekeeping, tool control, and safe working practices within the workshop and field service areas.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, job cards, inspection sheets, parts usage, service history, and work hours in the applicable maintenance system.
• Identify recurring failures and provide technical feedback to supervisors and planners to support reliability improvement and maintenance planning.
• Ensure all repairs and maintenance are completed in accordance with company procedures, OEM standards, and applicable safety requirements.
• Support the development and training of junior mechanics and local nationals through practical coaching, guidance, and knowledge transfer.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Technical Diploma, Trade Certificate, Automotive Mechanic qualification, or equivalent recognized vocational training.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience as a Light Vehicle / Automotive Mechanic, preferably supporting mining, drilling, construction, or remote-site operations.
• Strong practical experience with 4x4 diesel and petrol vehicles; experience with Toyota Hilux, Toyota Land Cruiser, MG T60, or similar fleet vehicles is an advantage.
• Good knowledge of diesel and petrol engines, automatic and manual transmissions, braking systems, steering, suspension, driveline, cooling systems, and basic automotive electrical systems.
• Ability to use automotive diagnostic tools and interpret fault codes, wiring diagrams, and OEM service information.
• Familiarity with CMMS platforms is a plus (e.g., Service Manager, SAP, or similar systems).
• Valid driving licence appropriate for light vehicles is preferred.
• Good English communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to work safely and effectively in a multicultural team and in remote mining or field environments.

We offer a competitive employment package including tax-free salary, short-term performance incentives, accommodation/transport/food at our Mine Site, full medical coverage, and end of service benefits.