Portside Marine Engine Mechanic — Diesel Engines & Overhauls

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Pension fund

Tools provided

Safety equipment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Marine Engine Mechanic to join our client’s essential operations in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. This hands-on role focuses on maintenance, repair and overhaul of large diesel engines and related systems for a diverse fleet, ensuring vessels operate safely and reliably.

You will read manuals, use diagnostic tools, weld as needed, and collaborate with captains and port authorities to coordinate maintenance schedules.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Marine Engine Mechanic or similar mechanical role focusing on large diesel engines.
• Strong knowledge of marine diesel engine systems, including propulsion and auxiliaries.
• Ability to read and interpret manuals, schematics and blueprints.
• Proficiency using diagnostic tools and precision measuring equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance, inspections, and repairs on marine diesel engines, generators, and related equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical issues and identify root causes of engine malfunctions.
• Conduct major engine overhauls and rebuilds according to manufacturer specifications.
• Install and commission new engine systems and components.
• Troubleshoot and repair fuel, cooling, lubrication, and exhaust systems.
• Ensure maintenance work complies with maritime regulations and safety standards.
• Maintain logs of work performed, parts used, and engine performance data.
• Operate workshop tools safely and efficiently.
• Collaborate with captains, engineers, and port authorities to coordinate schedules.
• Respond to urgent repair requests with minimal vessel disruption.

Skills

Marine engine systems

Diagnostics tools

Read blueprints

Education

Marine Engineering certificate

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Welding equipment

Precision measuring tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Marine Engine Mechanic to join our client’s essential operations in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. This hands-on role focuses on maintenance, repair and overhaul of large diesel engines and related systems for a diverse fleet, ensuring vessels operate safely and reliably.

You will read manuals, use diagnostic tools, weld as needed, and collaborate with captains and port authorities to coordinate maintenance schedules.