Diesel Mechanic

Zaaiman Exploration Drilling (Pty) Ltd; eMalahleni; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Zaaiman Exploration Drilling (Pty) Ltd, located in eMalahleni, is seeking a skilled Diesel Mechanic with a minimum of 2 years experience. The ideal candidate will possess a Senior Certificate, N2 Mechanical qualification, and a Diesel Mechanic Trade Test Certificate. Experience with mining equipment such as SAMIL 50 & 100 / CS14 Drill rigs is advantageous.

Your role will include maintenance and repairs on diesel engines, fault finding in hydraulic systems, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. A valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience as a Diesel Mechanic.
• Relevant mining equipment experience is an advantage, specifically with SAMIL 50 & 100 / CS14 Drill rigs.
• Field Service work experience is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Conduct maintenance and repairs on diesel engines.
• Implement fault finding in hydraulic systems.
• Ensure compliance with safety and client regulations.

Skills

Fault finding in hydraulics

Diesel diagnostic skills

Time management

Self-motivated

Teamwork

Education

Senior Certificate

N2 Mechanical

Diesel Mechanic Trade Test Certificate

Job description

Declaration

Zaaiman Exploration Drilling (Pty) Ltd is an equal opportunity employer that applies the principles described in the Employment Equity Act, No 55 of 1998 during its recruitment process.

Minimum Requirements

• Senior Certificate;
• N2 Mechanical;
• Diesel Mechanic Trade Test Certificate;
• Clear Criminal Record;
• Valid driver’s licence;
• Obtain medical fitness certificate; and
• Compliant with any additional client requirements.

Skills and Knowledge

• Fault finding in hydraulics;
• Diesel diagnostic skills;
• Plan & organise tasks – Time management;
• Self-motivated; and
• Teamwork.

Experience

• 2 years Diesel Mechanic;
• Relevant mining equipment experience will be an advantage – SAMIL 50 & 100 / CS14 Drill rigs;
• Field Service work will be an advantage.

Closing Date

The closing date for applications is 10 July 2026.

Contact Information

Please e-mail the Vacancy Application.