Diesel Mechanic - Mining Plant, Overtime & Growth

Valterra Platinum Limited; Mokopane; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Valterra Platinum is recruiting for a Diesel Mechanic role based in Mokopane, Limpopo. The position reports to the Senior Engineering Foreman and requires a Grade 12, Technical N2, and a Diesel Mechanic trade certificate. You will perform inspections, maintenance, and repairs, ensuring safety, quality, and compliance with environmental standards.

Applicants should be capable of standby and overtime, have basic computer skills, and be English literate. A Code 8 driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Qualifications summary includes Grade 12, Technical N2, and Diesel Mechanic trade certificate.
• Must have basic computer skills and be English literate.
• Must be willing to standby and work overtime.
• Familiarity with risk assessment processes is required.

Responsibilities

• Attend and conduct safety meetings.
• Conduct risk assessments.
• Allocate tasks to subordinates.
• Attend to breakdowns and emergencies as required.
• Ensure material, spares and equipment are available.
• Provide on-the-job training and coaching to subordinates.
• Comply with environmental requirements.
• Maintain high quality of work and timely, accurate information.
• Complete job cards and spares used (PMs).
• Operate with appropriate tools to complete tasks.

Job description

Valterra Platinum is recruiting for a Diesel Mechanic role based in Mokopane, Limpopo. The position reports to the Senior Engineering Foreman and requires a Grade 12, Technical N2, and a Diesel Mechanic trade certificate. You will perform inspections, maintenance, and repairs, ensuring safety, quality, and compliance with environmental standards.

Applicants should be capable of standby and overtime, have basic computer skills, and be English literate. A Code 8 driver’s license is required.