Field Service Technician: Forklift & Equipment Specialist

Groupe CFAO; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Groupe CFAO is seeking a Field Service Technician (M/F) to service, repair and maintain material handling equipment at customer sites in Africa, South Africa. The role requires hands-on expertise with forklifts and related systems, and involves diagnosing issues, performing repairs, and updating service records.

Candidates should have a trade qualification and at least 5 years of mechanical, hydraulic and electrical experience.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification and forklift experience required.
• Minimum of 5 years mechanical, hydraulic and electrical experience with forklifts.
• General knowledge of auto electrical systems (ignition, starting, charging, illumination).

Responsibilities

• Servicing of material handling equipment and ensuring forklift readiness.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot equipment breakdowns and communicate repairs to customers or supervisor.
• Maintain vehicle maintenance history and update records in the system.
• Ensure OHSACT compliance on all worksites and maintain a safe work environment.
• Provide polite, professional customer service and clear communication with workshop staff and customers.

Skills

Forklift experience

Trade qualification

Mechanical experience

Hydraulic systems

Electrical systems

Education

Trade qualification or forklift mechanic certification

Tools

Auto electrical diagnostics

Job description

Groupe CFAO is seeking a Field Service Technician (M/F) to service, repair and maintain material handling equipment at customer sites in Africa, South Africa. The role requires hands-on expertise with forklifts and related systems, and involves diagnosing issues, performing repairs, and updating service records.

Candidates should have a trade qualification and at least 5 years of mechanical, hydraulic and electrical experience.