Breakdown Technician

Route Management; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 150 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A trailer management company in Gqeberha is seeking a skilled technician for mechanical assembly and repairs of trailers and tankers. Candidates should have at least 3 years' experience in the industry, a valid driver's license, and the ability to work under minimal supervision. The role includes analyzing drawings, assembling parts, and carrying out servicing tasks. Applicants must be bilingual and willing to work flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in trailer manufacturing and repairs.
• Ability to read drawings and work under minimal supervision.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and own transport.

Responsibilities

• Analyze drawings and pictures for fault finding.
• Assemble all mechanical parts on trailers and tankers.
• Service on trailers and tankers.

Skills

Fault finding

Mechanical assembly

Knowledge of welding

Knowledge of trailer and tanker parts

Teamwork

Bilingual communication

Education

Matric

Tools

Cutting torch

Drilling machines

Grinding tools

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Ø Ability to analyze drawings and pictures for fault finding;
• Ø Assembling of all mechanical parts on a trailer and tanker;
• Ø Knowledge of trailer and tanker parts;
• Ø Knowledge of welding;
• Ø Using a cutting torch, drilling machines and grinding work;
• Ø Help with break downs;
• Ø Fault finding on all air systems
• Ø Fitment of new ABS systems
• Ø Knowledge of electric aspects on all trailers
• Ø Knowledge of pneumatics
• Ø Service on trailers and tankers
• Ø Ad hoc tasks

REQUIREMENTS

• Ø Matric;
• Ø Minimum 3 years’ experience in the trailer manufacturing and repairs environment.
• Ø Basic communication skills and abilities;
• Ø Ability to read drawings and to work under minimal supervision;
• Ø Knowledge of repair work on tankers and trailers;
• Ø Ability to work in a team;
• Ø Bilingual;
• Ø Must have a valid driver’s license and own transport;
• Ø Must be able to work long hours, overtime and be on stand‑by.

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