Diesel Mechanic, Stutterheim

Sheldon Recruitment; Stutterheim; On-site; ZAR 181,000 - 217,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Provident fund

Cell phone allowance

Job summary

Sheldon Recruitment is seeking an On-Site Service Technician for a permanent role in Cape Town, Western Cape. The ideal candidate has Matric, 1–3 years of electrical and maintenance experience, and a valid driver’s license. Strong communication, teamwork and problem‑solving skills are essential.

The role involves stock control, chemical handling, tank maintenance, and adherence to health and safety standards. A company car is provided in addition to provident and cell allowances.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 / Matric or equivalent
• 1–3 years’ electrical experience
• 1–3 years’ maintenance experience; use of power tools
• Valid driver’s license
• Intermediate MS Office and virtual programme skills (MS Teams, Zoom)
• Presentable with excellent communication and coordinating skills
• Able to work independently and in a team
• Calm under pressure; methodical and analytical mindset
• Honest, reliable and detail‑oriented

Responsibilities

• Maintain chemical storage areas and stock records
• Do stock rotation and recordkeeping for detergents
• Record detergents issued to departments (Stock Tanks, Guest Laundry, Garments & Hospitality)
• Weekly stock counts and reporting to management
• Monitor chemical mixing tanks and dosing pumps; report issues
• Check stock levels and replenish as needed
• Ensure good housekeeping and safety practices; wear PPE
• Regularly test and record alkalinity and flow rates
• Observe linen quality and ensure correct wash programs
• Collaborate with machine operators and staff to meet deadlines

Skills

Electrical experience

Maintenance experience

Valid driver’s license

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Pressure tolerance

Independent worker

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

Tools

MS Office

MS Teams

Zoom

Job description

On‑Site Service Technician (Permanent, Cape Town, Western Cape)

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Grade 12 / Matric, or equivalent; 1 – 3 Years’ Electrical experience
• 1 – 3 Years’ Maintenance experience – use of power tools
• Valid driver’s license
• Computer Literacy: Intermediate knowledge of MS Office; Intermediate knowledge of virtual programmes (e.g. MS Teams, Zoom, etc.)
• Presentable with excellent communication and coordinating skills; Ability to produce accurate results within prescribed deadlines
• Ability to work independently, but also able to roll‑up sleeves and work with a team
• Be able to cope well under pressure; methodical, systematic and analytical minded
• Positive, self‑motivated and confident approach to work and colleagues; emotional maturity
• Excellent spoken and written communication skills; attention to detail; honest and reliable

Responsibilities:

• Ensure chemical storage areas are always neat and tidy; Pack stock in relevant / allocated areas
• Ensure proper stock rotation and storage of detergents; Keep a record of all stock received
• Return all empty containers and keep a record; Record detergents issued to departments – i.e. Stock Tanks, Spotting Room, Guest Laundry, Garments & Hospitality
• Weekly stock count – recorded and submitted to Management
• Daily check – ensure chemical mixing tanks and chemical dosing pumps are in good working order. Report any abnormalities and repair if possible
• Check and ensure chemical stock tanks have sufficient stock to supply the plant – mix stock solution and transfer to holding tank
• Check all 25lt and 200lt drum levels and replace where necessary
• Ensure good housekeeping practices are always followed
• Ensure Health & Safety practices are always followed – wear PPE where applicable
• Wash and clean chemical mixing tanks at least once a week
• Chemical dosing equipment to be wiped down and cleaned every week
• Confirm Alkalinity of Stock Solution after every mix and record the result in file
• Check all feed and delivery chemical lines on a regular basis for leaks / wear and tear
• Chemical diaphragm pumps – flow rates must be checked monthly and recorded. Any deviation from the required flow rate must be reported immediately
• Chemical Peristaltic Pumps – flow rates must be done monthly and recorded. Replace worn tubes as and when needed
• Incoming Recycled Water – PH and alkalinity readings to be done 3 x times daily – and recorded
• Daily Alkalinity Checks CBW’s – Alkalinities need to be done daily on both the Garment and Hospitality CBW’s and recorded. Any deviation from the standard / required alkalinities must be reported immediately.
• Weekly Alkalinity checks and recording and deviations reported
• Guest Laundry / Smaller Washer Extractors – Flow Rates and Alkalinities need to be checked and recorded monthly. Replace worn tubes on an as and when needed basis
• Daily / continuous observation of general quality of the washed linen / garments in the plant. Report any abnormalities immediately
• Check that machine operators are using the correct wash programs for the classifications processed
• Regular Reflectometer Readings on linen – to be done and recorded
• As we are a supplier to the customer – respect, honesty and dedication must be always displayed to the customer and General staff

Salary: Market related

R17865 per month CTC (which includes provident & cell allowance). Company car additional