QUALIFIED DIESEL MECHANIC (TRUCK & PLANT EXPERIENCE) KWT

Level-Up; Qonce; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in heavy-duty vehicle maintenance is seeking a Qualified Diesel Mechanic in Qonce. The successful candidate will be responsible for the maintenance, diagnostics, and repair of trucks and plant equipment, ensuring adherence to safety and performance standards.

Qualifications

• Qualified Diesel Mechanic with Red Seal or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of post-trade experience on trucks and plant equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical repairs and preventative maintenance on trucks and plant equipment.
• Diagnose faults and conduct repairs on diesel engines and transmissions.
• Conduct routine inspections and safety checks on all equipment.

Skills

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Diesel Engines

Transmissions

Drivetrains

Education

Qualified Diesel Mechanic (Red Seal or equivalent)

Job description

Job Overview:

We are seeking a Qualified Diesel Mechanic with extensive experience in the maintenance, diagnostics, and repair of heavy-duty trucks and plant equipment. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring all diesel-powered vehicles and machinery are maintained to the highest standards of safety, reliability, and performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform mechanical repairs and preventative maintenance on trucks and plant equipment (e.g., TLBs, excavators, front-end loaders, graders, etc.).
• Diagnose faults and conduct repairs on diesel engines, transmissions, hydraulic systems, braking systems, and electrical components.
• Conduct routine inspections and safety checks on all equipment to ensure operational readiness and compliance with regulations.
• Respond to on-site and workshop breakdowns, minimizing equipment downtime.
• Interpret technical manuals, wiring diagrams, and diagnostic reports.
• Maintain accurate job cards, service records, and parts requisitions.
• Ensure all work is carried out in compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Liaise with operators and supervisors to report faults, provide technical feedback, and schedule necessary repairs.

Minimum Requirements:

• Qualified Diesel Mechanic (Red Seal or equivalent trade certification)
• Minimum 35 years of post-trade experience working on trucks and plant equipment
• Strong mechanical knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, diesel engines, transmissions, and drivetrains