Mechanic - Panalux Cape Town

Panavision; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

Panavision in Cape Town seeks an experienced Mechanic to join the Transport team in the Operations department. You will diagnose, repair and maintain company vehicles, generators and associated mechanical equipment, ensuring they remain safe, reliable and ready for operational use.

In this role, you’ll perform servicing, repairs and routine inspections, keeping accurate records and complying with safety standards.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience servicing, repairing and maintaining vehicles, generators or mechanical equipment.
• Ability to perform manual, physically demanding work and operate tools safely.
• Commitment to health, safety and housekeeping in a workshop environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, inspect and service company vehicles, generators and mechanical equipment to ensure safe operation.
• Perform scheduled servicing including oil changes, filter replacements and tire rotations.
• Repair, replace or overhaul components such as engines, brakes, suspensions and cooling systems.
• Test repairs and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards before use.
• Keep workshop clean, organized and calibrated; document maintenance records accurately.
• Coordinate with third-party suppliers and workshops when external support is needed.
• Support general facilities maintenance during quieter periods.

Skills

Vehicle maintenance

Mechanical repair

Troubleshooting

Safety conscious

Team-oriented

Job description

Who we are:

Part of the Panavision group, Panalux offers the world of film, television, and media production the very best in lighting rental equipment and associated facilities.

Created specifically to cater to the exacting needs of the global entertainment industry, the Panalux service is unrivalled in its ability to provide creative solutions to the full spectrum of production types, regardless of size or genre.

Experience and innovation, plus an extensive inventory of modern equipment fully supported by a team of highly skilled professionals, sets Panalux apart from the competition. Utilizing these resources, clients continually trust Panalux to deliver practical, effective lighting systems to projects throughout the world.

Panavision’s portfolio includes the renowned brands Panalux, LEE Filters, Direct Digital, and Island Studios. For more information and locations worldwide, visit Panavision.com

The Role:

We're seeking an experienced Mechanic to join our Transport team as a key member of the Operations department in Cape Town.

In this role, you’ll diagnose, repair and maintain company vehicles, generators and mechanical equipment, ensuring they remain safe, reliable and ready for operational use.

What you’ll do:

• Maintain, inspect and service company vehicles, generators and related mechanical equipment to ensure safe, reliable and efficient operation.
• Carry out scheduled servicing, including oil changes, filter replacements, fluid top-ups and tire rotations.
• Repair, replace, rebuild or overhaul mechanical components, including engines, gearboxes, brakes, suspension, cooling systems and batteries.
• Test repairs and ensure all vehicles meet required safety and regulatory standards before returning to use.
• Keep company vehicles clean, professional and appropriately branded.
• Maintain accurate inspection, maintenance, vehicle-use and repair records, escalating major issues to the Transport Manager.
• Coordinate with third-party suppliers, workshops and tradespeople where external support is required.
• Keep the workshop, tools, diagnostic equipment and machinery clean, organized, calibrated and safe to use.
• Follow workshop safety procedures, report maintenance or security issues promptly, and support minor facilities maintenance during quieter periods.
• Help maximize use of company-owned vehicles and generators, reduce avoidable sub-hire, and identify damage, missing equipment or inappropriate vehicle use that may require charges.

What you’ll bring:

• Proven hands-on experience servicing, repairing and troubleshooting vehicles, generators or mechanical equipment; experience in Film and TV, transport, plant, fleet or workshop environments would be an advantage.
• Ability to carry out manual, physically demanding work, including standing and moving for long periods, bending, kneeling, reaching, using hand and power tools, and lifting or moving equipment safely in line with manual-handling procedures.
• Strong commitment to health, safety and housekeeping, including the use of appropriate PPE and safe operation of workshop tools and lifting equipment.
• Comfortable working in a busy, practical environment where priorities can change and urgent repairs may require a flexible, hands-on approach.
• Good attention to detail when diagnosing faults, completing repairs and maintaining accurate service records.
• Team-focused approach, with clear communication skills and a professional manner when dealing with colleagues, suppliers and clients.

Panavision is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. In compliance with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile and add to the diversity of Panavision.

Panavision reserves the right not to make an appointment to the position as advertised.