Diesel Mechanic (Permanent)

Profile Personnel; East London; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Profile Personnel is seeking experienced diesel mechanics in East London, South Africa. The role involves troubleshooting, diagnosing engine issues, and performing routine maintenance on trucks, with a strong focus on electrical systems.

Applicants must have a Matric Certificate and ideally knowledge of trucks. Experience with welding and the use of diagnostic tools is advantageous. The position requires strong problem-solving skills in challenging conditions.

Qualifications

• Understanding of the vehicle’s electrical systems, including battery charging and sensors.
• Experience in diagnosing issues in diesel engines using specialized equipment.
• Capable of performing routine maintenance and engine repairs.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems and components in diesel engines.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks to ensure vehicle functionality.
• Provide emergency roadside assistance for heavy vehicles.

Skills

Electrical Truck Knowledge

Diagnosing Engine Problems

Performing Routine Maintenance

Transmission and Drive Train Repairs

Education

Matric Certificate

Tools

Diagnostic Equipment

Welding Equipment

Job description

Responsibilities

• Electrical Truck Knowledge: An understanding of the vehicle’s electrical systems, including battery charging, alternators, sensors, and power distribution, is crucial.
• Diagnosing Engine Problems: A major part of the job involves identifying issues in diesel engines using specialized diagnostic equipment or by conducting manual inspections. Diesel engines are complex, and problems can range from issues with fuel injection systems to electrical faults or mechanical failures.
• Performing Routine Maintenance: Mechanics are responsible for ensuring trucks remain in good working condition through routine maintenance. This includes changing oil and filters, replacing air and fuel filters, checking and replacing fluids, inspecting belts, and conducting other preventative checks that help prevent more significant issues down the road.
• Engine Repairs: When a diesel engine malfunctions, the mechanic must repair or replace parts such as the turbocharger, fuel injectors, pistons, cylinder heads, or timing belts. They may need to disassemble parts of the engine, diagnose the root cause of the issue, and replace worn-out or damaged components.
• Electrical System Troubleshooting: Diesel engines often include sophisticated electrical systems that manage fuel delivery, starting systems, and emission controls. Mechanics use tools such as multimeters and diagnostic scanners to check and repair electrical circuits, sensors, alternators, batteries, and more.
• Transmission and Drive Train Repairs: Diesel mechanics are also involved in repairing transmissions, axles, and other drivetrain components. This includes adjusting or replacing gears, clutch components, differentials, and driveshafts.
• Welding and Fabrication: For more severe repairs, mechanics may need to use welding equipment to fix cracked engine parts, exhaust systems, or structural damage to the truck frame. Fabrication skills can be crucial when custom parts need to be made.
• Troubleshooting and Emergency Roadside Assistance: Diesel mechanics are often called to provide emergency repairs when a truck breaks down on the road. They need to diagnose problems quickly and perform repairs in challenging conditions, such as on highways or at remote job sites.

Qualifications

• Matric Certificate
• Must have knowledge of Trucks
• Electrical background would be advantageous