Diesel Mechanic

Profile Personnel; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable company in Kempton Park is seeking an experienced Diesel Mechanic responsible for diagnosing and repairing vehicles. Applicants should have a minimum of five years of diagnostic and repair experience along with a Grade 12 and Trade Test qualification. Attention to detail and technical skills are essential. The role includes attending breakdowns and maintaining company assets. Competitive compensation and opportunities for growth are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of experience in diagnostics and repairs.
• Knowledge of servicing and repairing all vehicle types.

Responsibilities

• Follow company procedures in every task performed.
• Attend to breakdowns and standby service.
• Diagnose and record vehicle mechanical faults.
• Repair and maintain vehicles and assets as assigned.

Skills

Technical diagnostics

Communication skills in English

Ability to work under pressure

Attention to detail

Computer literacy

Education

Grade 12 / N2, preferably N3

Trade Test / National Qualification

Job description

Diesel Mechanic required for a reputable company based in East London

Qualifications / Background / Experience

Minimum Grade 12 / N2, preferably N3 or higher technical qualification

Trade Test / National Qualification

Minimum five years general diagnostics and repairs and maintenance experience in workshop and field service

Service, Repair and diagnostics knowledge / experience for all vehicles and commercial vehicles (New and Old)

Roadside vehicle diagnostics and repair experience

Experience on yellow metal an advantage

Minimum Code 8 Driver’s license, preference to Code 14

Personal / Technical skills required

• Sound technical diagnostics and repair capabilities
• Sound verbal, written and telephonic communication skills in English
• Ability to work independently, under pressure and as part of a team
• Ability and willingness to work irregular and extended hours
• Ability to consistently produce work that is accurate with acute attention to detail ensuring quality of workmanship and administration on all jobs assigned.
• Deadline orientated
• Computer and diagnostic tooling literate

Duties & Responsibilities (include but are not limited to)

• Follow company procedures in every task performed.
• Attend to breakdowns, including standby service as required
• Diagnose and record vehicle mechanical faults and repair requirements accurately and to required specifications
• Diagnose and record vehicle electrical and hydraulic faults and repair requirements
• Conclude job cards accurately and in terms of company process and policy for all workshop activities
• Complete root cause analysis of major component failures
• Maintain levels of productivity and efficiency as instructed per company policy and procedures.
• Overall care and maintenance of company assets
• Repair and maintain vehicles and assets as assigned

Should you wish to apply please email your CV through to Emily Lessing at [e-mail]

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive a response within 14 days please consider your application unsuccessful. We will keep your CV on our database for any other relevant roles that may arise.