Diesel Technician

Volvo; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 250 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in transportation solutions is seeking a Qualified Diesel Mechanic in Cape Town. The role involves maintenance and repair of heavy commercial vehicles, ensuring high standards of service delivery. Candidates should possess a Trade Test Certificate and have at least 3 years of dealership experience. Join us to shape the future of sustainable transport.

Qualifications

• 3 years dealership experience in maintenance and repairs of heavy commercial vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Fault-finding and diagnosis on Volvo Products.
• Follow directives in Workshop Manuals for quality standards.
• Provide reports on diagnosis and recommendations.

Skills

Ability to read measuring equipment

Knowledge of repair work

Ability to interpret technical manuals

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 by meticulously following procedures/processes.
• Provide comprehensive and accurate reports on diagnosis, assessment of components/parts, failures, observations, actions, and recommendations.
• Follow procedures for breakdown work, including liaising with drivers before responding to customer breakdowns, ensuring correct documentation, and compliance with ISO 9001 and 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:

• 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, and other checks.

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

Application Closing Date: 03 June 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 by providing a safe and 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 transportation solutions. Our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services, and solutions make modern life possible. With nearly 100,000 employees worldwide, we are dedicated to shaping the future of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport. Our mission creates countless career opportunities for talented individuals passionate about innovation and progress.

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