Diesel Mechanic FTC

AVI Limited; Emalahleni Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 201,000 - 312,000; Full time

Job summary

I&J Aquaculture in Gansbaai is seeking a Diesel Mechanic on a 6-month contract to maintain and repair tractors, vehicles, diesel generators, ponds and related equipment.

You will perform major service work, preventive and reactive maintenance, and provide mechanical assistance to the seaweed and grading operations, reporting to the Mechanical Manager with two direct reports.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years of experience working with Industrial and Agricultural equipment.
• Experience in welding and general fabrication including basic fitting and turning and boiler making.
• Completed Diesel Mechanic Red Seal Trade Test is essential.
• Understanding OHSA regulations and strong computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair tractors, trailers and farm transport in good serviceable condition.
• Repair seaweed ponds gearboxes, paddles and screens to support seaweed operations.
• Perform general fabrication and plant/equipment upgrades as needed.
• Major service on diesel generators and maintenance reports.

Skills

Diesel mechanic experience

Industrial & Agricultural equipment

Welding

General fabrication

Fitting and turning

Boilermaking

OHSA regulations

Computer skills

Education

Diesel Mechanic Red Seal Trade Test

Job description

At I&J, part of AVI, we have combined 115 years of excellence with a forward-thinking approach to the fishing industry. As a leader in premium seafood, including Cape Hake and farmed Cape Abalone, we are committed to sustainability, innovation, and empowering local communities. Our latest innovation, Air-Fri’kn Amazing, brings bold flavours and crispy perfection to your air fryer, showcasing our passion for quality and customer-centric excellence.

Why Join I&J?

• Industry Leader: Work with a renowned brand known for premium Cape Hake and farmed Abalone.
• Sustainability Focused: Contribute to responsible fishing practices with MSC accreditation.
• Community Impact: Be part of a company that empowers and invests in local communities.

Grow, Innovate, Succeed!

We have an incredible opportunity for a DIESEL MECHANIC, 6-month contract at I&J Aquaculture in Gansbaai. In this role, you will be responsible to provide maintenance and repairs of vehicles, tractors, diesel generators including major service, ponds and mechanical assistance with preventative and reactive maintenance work.

Reporting Structure

• Reports to: Mechanical Manager
• Direct Reports: 2

Key Areas Of Impact

Tractors, trailers and other transport

• Keeping all tractors, trailers and other transport on the farm in good serviceable condition.
• Ensure minimum stockholding is maintained.
• Complete weekly checklist on all farm vehicles and ensure these are kept in a roadworthy condition.

Repairs and maintenance of Seaweed ponds maintenance

• Repairs and maintenance on the gearboxes, paddles and screens of the seaweed ponds to support the seaweed department with constant supply of good quality and quantity of seaweed to feed the abalone to obtain maximum growth.
• Keeping downtime to the minimum and record downtime on pond operations and maintenance.

General Fabrication

• Support the technical department with daily repairs and maintenance and upgrade to the plant and equipment.
• Repair to screens on the suction cages on the pipelines when cleaning and according to maintenance program.
• Building stainless-steel tables for the packing and grading department to ensure they are up to date with the HACCP standards.

General repairs and maintenance

• Support the technical team with maintenance and repairs on pumps, drum filters and blowers according to the maintenance program to ensure good supply and constant water and air to the tanks.

Generators

• Major service on all diesel generators and compilation of maintenance reports.
• General breakdown and daily preventative maintenance.

Technical

• Fulfil critical night shift duties on the farm.

Reports and maintenance to the Grading Machines

• Assist with quarterly grading machine services.
• Attend to grading machine breakdown as required.

What It Takes To Succeed

Experience that set you up for success:

• Minimum 5-7 years’ experience working with Industrial and Agricultural equipment.
• Experience in welding and general fabrication including basic fitting and turning and boiler making.

Qualifications & Certifications That Will Contribute To Your Success

• Completed Diesel Mechanic Red Seal Trade Test is essential.

Additional Requirements That Will Enhance Your Impact For Success

• Understanding and application of relevant OHSA regulations.
• Strong computer skills.