Heavy Mobile Plant Mechanic (Onsite & Workshop)

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Overtime opportunities

Training on new equipment

Tools provided

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein, Free State, is seeking a skilled Mobile Plant Mechanic to service and repair a wide fleet of construction machinery. The role covers diagnosing issues, conducting scheduled maintenance, and performing on-site repairs required to keep excavators, loaders, dozers, and cranes operating efficiently.

You will work with diesel engines, hydraulic systems, and electronic controls, read service manuals, and maintain accurate records.

Qualifications

• 4+ years hands-on experience with diesel engines, hydraulics and transmissions in heavy mobile plant.
• Ability to read service manuals and schematics with strong diagnostic skills.
• Proficiency with diagnostic tools and equipment used on heavy machinery.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical inspections and diagnostic procedures on mobile plant equipment.
• Carry out preventative maintenance, oil changes, filter changes, and lubrication of diesel engines and machines.
• Repair and overhaul diesel engines, transmissions and hydraulic systems.
• Troubleshoot electrical/electronic controls specific to mobile plant and read schematics.
• Maintain accurate service records and ensure work complies with safety guidelines.
• Assist in managing spare parts inventory and perform on-site repairs when needed.

Skills

Diesel engines

Hydraulics

Diagnostics

Heavy equipment

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Placements24 in Bloemfontein, Free State, is seeking a skilled Mobile Plant Mechanic to service and repair a wide fleet of construction machinery. The role covers diagnosing issues, conducting scheduled maintenance, and performing on-site repairs required to keep excavators, loaders, dozers, and cranes operating efficiently.

You will work with diesel engines, hydraulic systems, and electronic controls, read service manuals, and maintain accurate records.