Engine Workshop/Field Service Technician – Apprentice (Pinetown)

Cummins Africa Middle East; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 89,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Cummins Inc. in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, invites applications for an Engine Workshop/Field Service Technician - Apprentice to join our distribution team in Pinetown.

You will support workshop operations and learn to repair and maintain engines and power generators under supervision. You will work closely with experienced technicians, gain hands-on expertise, and complete training aligned with Cummins standards.

Qualifications

• NSC matric with grade 12.
• N6 Mechanical Engineering with four subjects.
• N2/N3 Engineering studies with required subjects.

Responsibilities

• Assist with general workshop activities to support operations.
• Maintain cleanliness, inspect, disassemble, and organize work areas.
• Learn and apply Standard Repair Times (SRTs) for repairs.
• Assist with documentation such as work completed forms and timesheets.
• Complete training aligned with skill and business requirements.
• Care for tools and equipment and ensure readiness for use.
• Adhere to Health, Safety & Environmental policies.
• Report issues or incidents to supervision for improvement.

Skills

Product repair

Mechanical knowledge

Diagnostics

Driver's license

Travel willingness

Education

National Senior Certificate (NSC)/Matric

N6 Mechanical Engineering certificate

N2/N3 Engineering studies certificate

Job description

We are looking for a talented Engine Workshop/ Field Service Technician - Apprentice to join our team specializing in Service for our Distribution Business Segment in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa (Pinetown).

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

• Support Workshop Operations: By assisting with general workshop activities, you’ll help ensure smooth and efficient operations.
• Maintain Cleanliness and Order: Your efforts in cleaning, inspecting, and disassembling will contribute to a safe and organized work environment.
• Master Repair Techniques: Learning Standard Repair Times (SRTs) and following procedures will enable you to perform basic repairs and maintenance effectively.
• Accurate Documentation: Assisting with documentation, such as work completed forms and time sheets, will ensure accurate record-keeping and data management.
• Skill Development: Completing training aligned with skill and business requirements will enhance your capabilities and value to the team.
• Tool and Equipment Care: Maintaining cleanliness and proper operation of tools will prolong their lifespan and ensure they are always ready for use.
• Health and Safety Compliance: Adhering to Health, Safety & Environmental policies and procedures will help maintain a safe workplace and prevent incidents.
• Proactive Reporting: Reporting any issues or incidents to your supervisor will contribute to continuous improvement and problem-solving within the workshop.

To be successful in this role you will need the following:

• Proficiency in Product Repair and Maintenance: Efficiently repair and maintain mechanical/electrical products, disassemble and assemble engines or power generators, and inspect and replace parts to minimize customer costs.
• Strong Mechanical Knowledge: Demonstrate knowledge of Cummins and industry standards, comply with safe work procedures, and apply mechanical principles to diagnose and repair products safely and efficiently.
• Effective Diagnostics Application: Translate customer complaints into troubleshooting plans, use specialized equipment and software to isolate and repair issues, validate repairs, and document results for payment and historical tracking.
• Valid driver's licence required. Candidates must be active drivers with recent, regular driving experience and the confidence to travel independently as required by the role.
• In support of local community development commitments, preference may be given to suitably qualified candidates from local host communities where required by project agreements, client requirements, licence conditions, or other applicable obligations.

Education / Experience

• A National Senior Certificate (NSC) from the South African governmental school system, known as the current matriculation (matric) certificate with grade 12 as the matriculation grade, plus
• an N6 (Nated certificate) Mechanical Engineering certificate with 4 subjects passed in either of the following Mathematics, Mechanotechnics, Mechanical Drawing and Design, Power Machines, Fluid Mechanics, Physics, Strength of Materials, Supervisory Management.
• an N2 or N3 (Nated certificate) Engineering studies certificate with subjects passed in: Mathematics, Engineering Science, Engineering Drawing, Diesel Trade Theory/ Motor Trade Theory

Cummins Inc.