Agricultural Machinery Technician: Diagnostics & Welding

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Provident fund

Training and certification

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Farm Equipment Maintenance Technician for a leading agricultural enterprise in Mahikeng, North West. The role ensures optimal performance of tractors, harvesters, planters and irrigation systems through routine maintenance and diagnostics.

You will diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical issues, perform welding and fabrication, maintain diesel engines, and keep maintenance records.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in Agricultural Mechanics, Diesel Fitting or related mechanical field.
• 3+ years of experience maintaining and repairing agricultural machinery.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and schematics.
• Excellent problem-solving and attention to detail.
• Willingness to work flexible hours including weekends during peak seasons.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on tractors, combines, planters, sprayers and other farm machinery.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical problems in farm equipment.
• Conduct welding, fabrication and general repairs on machinery as needed.
• Service and maintain diesel engines and transmissions.
• Install and calibrate new equipment and attachments.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance and parts and labor.
• Ensure all equipment operates safely and efficiently, complying with standards.
• Keep workshop areas clean and organized; manage spare parts inventory.

Education

Trade qualification in Agricultural Mechanics, Diesel Fitting, or a related mechanical field

Tools

Hydraulics

Powertrains

Electrical systems

Welding & fabrication

Diagnostics tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Farm Equipment Maintenance Technician for a leading agricultural enterprise in Mahikeng, North West. The role ensures optimal performance of tractors, harvesters, planters and irrigation systems through routine maintenance and diagnostics.

You will diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical issues, perform welding and fabrication, maintain diesel engines, and keep maintenance records.