Diesel Mechanic

Advius (Pty) Ltd; Evander; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Advius (Pty) Ltd in Evander, Mpumalanga, South Africa, is seeking an experienced Diesel Mechanic to join the maintenance team. You will inspect, maintain, fault-find and repair Trackless Mobile Machinery and heavy earthmoving equipment in a hands-on role.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in TMM diesel mechanics, strong diagnostic ability, and extensive knowledge of diesel-powered machinery and electrical systems.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience as a TMM Diesel Mechanic.
• Proven fault finding and repair of electrical systems on TMM equipment.
• Extensive knowledge of Front End Loaders, ADTs, Excavators and Graders.
• Knowledge of electro-pneumatic systems.
• Sound understanding of lubricants and lubrication systems.
• Experience with gearboxes, differentials and turbo diesel engines.
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving abilities.
• Safety-conscious and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Attend to mechanical and electrical breakdowns as required.
• Perform fault finding, diagnostics and repairs on TMM equipment.
• Inspect machinery and provide accurate feedback on repair requirements and turnaround times.
• Determine when components require repair or replacement based on operational condition.
• Ensure materials, spare parts and tools required for maintenance activities are available.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and scheduled servicing.
• Maintain high safety and quality standards during all maintenance and repair work.
• Complete maintenance records and report equipment issues promptly.

Skills

Fault finding

Electrical systems

TMM equipment

Front End Loaders

ADTs

Excavators

Graders

Electro-pneumatic

Lubrication systems

Gearboxes & differentials

Turbo diesel engines

Diagnostics

Job description

Evander, South Africa | Posted on 11/02/2026

Our client, an established group operating in a technical, equipment-intensive environment, is seeking an experienced Diesel Mechanic to join its maintenance team in Evander, Mpumalanga. The successful candidate will be responsible for the inspection, maintenance, fault finding and repair of a wide range of Trackless Mobile Machinery (TMM) and heavy earthmoving equipment.

This is a hands-on role for someone with strong diagnostic ability and extensive technical knowledge of diesel-powered machinery and associated electrical systems. The Diesel Mechanic plays a critical role in equipment reliability and minimising downtime by responding to breakdowns, carrying out repairs, maintaining service standards and assisting with preventative maintenance.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Attend to mechanical and electrical breakdowns as required.
• Perform fault finding, diagnostics and repairs on TMM equipment.
• Inspect machinery and provide accurate feedback on repair requirements and turnaround times.
• Determine when components require repair or replacement based on operational condition.
• Ensure materials, spare parts and tools required for maintenance activities are available.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and scheduled servicing.
• Maintain high safety and quality standards during all maintenance and repair work.
• Complete maintenance records and report equipment issues promptly.

Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a TMM Diesel Mechanic.

TECHNICAL SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

The ideal candidate should have:

• Proven experience in fault finding and repair of electrical systems on TMM equipment.
• Extensive knowledge of:
• Front End Loaders
• Articulated Dump Trucks (ADTs)
• Excavators
• Graders
• Knowledge of electro-pneumatic systems.
• Sound understanding of lubricants and lubrication systems.
• Experience working with gearboxes, differentials and turbo diesel engines.
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving abilities.

IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE

A reliable, safety-conscious technician with excellent troubleshooting skills and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced operational environment. Preference will be given to candidates residing in or near the Evander area.