Diesel Vehicle Technician: Diagnostics & Overhauls

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and safety benefits

Training on new diesel engine tech

Employee discounts on services

Stable work environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking an experienced Automotive Diesel Mechanic to join our client’s workshop. You will maintain, diagnose, and repair diesel-powered vehicles, perform engine overhauls, and troubleshoot fuel systems, emissions controls, and related components.

The ideal candidate has solid diesel engine knowledge, a commitment to quality workmanship, and can work independently or in a team to deliver dependable service in a busy workshop.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Diesel Mechanic or Automotive Technician specializing in diesel engines.
• Trade qualification in diesel mechanics or automotive engineering.
• Solid understanding of diesel engine principles, fuel systems, and emissions control technology.
• Experience with diagnostic tools for diesel vehicles.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and repair diagrams.
• Good physical condition for manual labor.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and scheduled servicing on diesel vehicles.
• Diagnose and repair diesel engine, fuel injection, and exhaust system issues.
• Conduct comprehensive inspections for wear and potential failures.
• Use diesel-specific diagnostic tools to identify faults.
• Perform engine overhauls and rebuilds as required.
• Maintain records and document all work according to standards.

Skills

Diesel engine expertise

Troubleshooting skills

Reading technical manuals

Education

Trade qualification in diesel mechanics

Tools

Diesel diagnostic tools

Job description

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking an experienced Automotive Diesel Mechanic to join our client’s workshop. You will maintain, diagnose, and repair diesel-powered vehicles, perform engine overhauls, and troubleshoot fuel systems, emissions controls, and related components.

The ideal candidate has solid diesel engine knowledge, a commitment to quality workmanship, and can work independently or in a team to deliver dependable service in a busy workshop.