Farm Machinery Mechanic (Diesel, Hydraulics, On‑Site)

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Training and development

Performance bonus

Paid annual leave and sick leave

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Agricultural Equipment Mechanic to join a busy workshop in Mahikeng, North West. You will diagnose, repair, and service tractors, harvesters, planters, and other farm machinery to keep farm operations running smoothly.

The role requires hands-on experience with diesel engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems, plus the ability to read manuals and diagnose faults. Willingness to travel to farms and work in a dynamic workshop environment is essential.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification as Agricultural Mechanic or Diesel Mechanic.
• Min 3 years experience in repair/maintenance of agricultural equipment.
• Strong knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulics, power trains, and electrical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret manuals and service bulletins.
• Valid driver''s license and clean driving record.
• Willingness to travel to farm sites for on-site repairs.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose faults and perform diagnostics on tractors, harvesters, and sprayers.
• Repair and maintain diesel engines, transmissions, hydraulics, and electrical systems.
• Interpret service manuals, drawings, and diagnostic data.
• Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance.
• Weld and fabricate as needed for repairs.
• Keep accurate service records and parts inventory.
• Respond to urgent repair requests to minimize downtime.
• Stay updated on new agricultural technologies.

Skills

Diesel engines

Hydraulics

Electrical systems

Diagnostics tools

Manual reading

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Agricultural Mechanic trade

Diesel Mechanic

Tools

Diagnostic scanners

Service manuals

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Agricultural Equipment Mechanic to join a busy workshop in Mahikeng, North West. You will diagnose, repair, and service tractors, harvesters, planters, and other farm machinery to keep farm operations running smoothly.

The role requires hands-on experience with diesel engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems, plus the ability to read manuals and diagnose faults. Willingness to travel to farms and work in a dynamic workshop environment is essential.