Diesel Technician

Volvo; Maluti-a-Phofung Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a qualified Diesel Mechanic to join their team. This role focuses on maintaining and repairing heavy commercial vehicles, ensuring adherence to high-quality standards. With a commitment to sustainable transport solutions, the company offers a supportive environment that values diversity and innovation. As part of a global leader, you will have the opportunity to grow your skills while contributing to the future of transport. If you're ready to make a difference and work with cutting-edge technologies, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 3 years dealership experience in maintenance and repairs of heavy commercial vehicles.
• Ability to read all relevant measuring equipment and interpret technical manuals.

Responsibilities

• Produce required labor hours through maintenance and repair work.
• Provide comprehensive and accurate reports on diagnosis and assessments.

Skills

Fault-finding and diagnosis

Customer service excellence

Technical manual interpretation

Computer literacy

Education

Matric/N3

Trade Test Certificate - Qualified Diesel Mechanic

Job description

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.

What you will do

The main purpose of the job is to produce the required labor hours through maintenance and repair work, in accordance with the Company quality and efficiency standards.

Reporting: This position reports to the Team Leader.

Job Objectives:

• Fault-finding and diagnosis on Volvo Products by interpreting product “under performance” and/or failure.
• Interpret and implement information in Volvo Manual and Service Literature.
• Follow directives provided in Workshop Manuals to produce work of Volvo acceptable standards.
• Follow repair, maintenance instructions and specifications as per the manual.
• Ensure excellence in customer service delivery through meticulously following procedures/processes.
• Provide comprehensive and accurate reports on diagnosis, assessment of component/part, failures, observations, actions and recommendations.
• Follow procedures for breakdown work: liaise with driver before responding to customer breakdowns; ensure correct documentation is in place and accurately completed before submission.
• Compliance with ISO 9001 and other Safety standards.

Who are you?

Do you dream big? We do too, and we are excited to grow together. In this role, you will bring:

Qualification & Job Experience

• Matric/N3.
• Trade Test Certificate - Qualified Diesel Mechanic.
• 3 years dealership experience in maintenance and repairs of heavy commercial vehicles.

Key Competencies

• Ability to read all relevant measuring equipment.
• Knowledge/skills to effect correct repair work.
• Ability to interpret technical manuals and specifications and put into practice.
• Must be able to speak, read and write English.
• Computer literacy.

Shortlisted candidates must complete and sign personal verification permission, consent and indemnity declarations for reference, criminal, credit, qualification, vetting processes, and other checks as necessary.

Volvo Group Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd is an affirmative action, equal employment opportunity employer. We encourage people with disabilities to apply.

Application Closing Date: 14 May 2025.

We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail.

Who we are and what we believe in

Our focus on Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity allows each of us the opportunity to bring our full authentic self to work and thrive in a safe, supportive environment, free of harassment and discrimination. We are committed to removing barriers to entry, so even if you feel you may not meet every qualification, please apply and let us decide.

Joining Volvo Group offers you the opportunity to be part of a global leader in transport solutions. Our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services, and solutions make modern life possible. With nearly 100,000 employees worldwide, we are shaping the future of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talented individuals with passion and innovative minds.

At Volvo Trucks, we lead the way towards a sustainable transport industry. For nearly a century, we have been innovating to make life easier, better, and safer. We work with passion, curiosity, and embrace change to stay ahead. Join us, and together, we move the world we want to live in.