Diesel Mechanic

Xelvin International; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international consultancy is seeking a qualified Diesel Mechanic who is fluent in Afrikaans and English for a 1 or 2-year contract in the Netherlands with potential for permanent employment. This role requires maintaining and repairing heavy-duty vehicles, with a strong emphasis on experience and compliance with relevant qualifications. Attractive benefits include travel allowances, paid holidays, and relocation assistance.

Benefits

25 paid holidays per year

Travel allowance of €0.23 per km for commuting

Holiday allowance of 8.33% over gross annual income

Overtime and shift allowances

Assistance with housing and relocation

Qualifications

• Qualified RED SEAL Diesel Mechanic.
• 1-5 years of relevant experience in maintenance and repair of diesel vehicles.
• Willingness to obtain VCA certification.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair diesel or petrol vehicles.
• Work in shifts as required.

Skills

Fluency in Afrikaans

Fluency in English

Strength in Diesel Mechanics

Education

RED SEAL Diesel Mechanic qualification

Job description

Diesel mechanic - Afrikaans speaking

Location: The Netherlands (on-site)

1 or 2-year contract with the potential for permanent employment. NOT project / freelance.

Requirements for the role include:

1. You are a qualified RED SEAL Diesel Mechanic.
2. You have at least 1-5 years of relevant experience with maintaining and repairing vehicles (diesel or petroleum / gasoline, heavy duty).
3. You have a valid VCA (or are willing to obtain one).
4. You are fluent in Afrikaans and English.
5. You are not very experienced (maximum 5 years) or have European citizenship.
6. You are willing to work in shifts.

Who is Xelvin?

Xelvin is a Dutch consultancy company specializing in Engineering and Technical Trades. We hire Artisans, National Degree, Bachelor, Masters, and PhD candidates with backgrounds in Mechatronics, Electronics, Electrical, Mechanical, Automotive, and Physics.

Our focus is within the High-Tech and Manufacturing industry in the Eindhoven region. Xelvin specializes in International Recruitment within Europe and beyond. We have helped over a thousand candidates from more than 50 different nationalities find their perfect job in the Netherlands and aim to help many more.

What do we offer?

• 1-year or 2-year contract of 40 hours per week, with potential for long-term employment.
• 25 paid holidays per year (+ potential ADV days).
• Public holidays, with a maximum of 7 per year, paid by Xelvin.
• Holiday allowance of 8.33% over your total gross annual income, paid each year in May.
• Overtime and shift allowances are paid accordingly.
• Travel allowance of €0.23 per km for commuting.
• Salary range: € - € gross per month.

Onboarding & benefits

• Your first house in the Netherlands will be arranged by Xelvin with the help of our Housing Consultant. We may pay your first month's rent or deposit upfront, to be repaid via a loan agreement.
• We handle VISA applications and work permits for you and your family if needed.
• A relocation assistance allowance of € NET will be provided to support your move.
• After arrival, you will be picked up at the airport or train station and taken to your new house.
• We assist with setting up a Dutch bank account, health insurance, BSN number, and other essential arrangements.
• A New Hire Dinner is organized to introduce you to the Dutch tax system and payslip.
• Social gatherings include a New Year's event at PSV stadium and a summer BBQ at the Evoluon.