Senior Diesel Mechanic & Fleet Workshop Lead

Farm Manager SA; Graaff-Reinet; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Farm Manager SA is seeking a qualified diesel mechanic to oversee maintenance for the reserve’s vehicle fleet. The role includes servicing, parts ordering, and maintaining a well-organized workshop with ample spares.

The incumbent will supervise workshop staff, contribute to sustainability efforts, and manage gate motors, solar pumps, and water pumps while keeping accurate records and budgets. Bilingual English/ Afrikaans communication is preferred.

Qualifications

• Recognized qualification as a diesel mechanic.
• Minimum 3 years of experience working on diesel vehicles.
• Experience in maintenance of water pumps and other machinery.
• Experience in a supervisory/people management role.
• Passion for vehicles.
• General ability to problem-solve and fix things.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Proficient in English and Afrikaans.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Computer literacy.
• Teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance of the reserve’s fleet of vehicles, including preventative and ad hoc maintenance.
• Ordering of parts and ensuring their timely delivery.
• Maintenance of a neat and organized workshop with an adequate stock of frequently used spares.
• Supervision and training of workshop staff.
• Contribution towards sustainability goals by constantly seeking ways to make vehicle and workshop operations more environmentally friendly.
• Repairs and maintenance of gate motors and solar and electrical water pumps.
• Effective financial management of workshop operations through the administration and recording of orders, stock control and working within agreed budgets.
• Record-keeping of vehicle service schedules and other related administrative tasks.
• Ensuring quality and care of workshop equipment and products in accordance with standard operating procedures.

Skills

Diesel experience

Supervisory/people management

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

English & Afrikaans

Computer literacy

Education

Diesel mechanic qualification

Job description

Farm Manager SA is seeking a qualified diesel mechanic to oversee maintenance for the reserve’s vehicle fleet. The role includes servicing, parts ordering, and maintaining a well-organized workshop with ample spares.

The incumbent will supervise workshop staff, contribute to sustainability efforts, and manage gate motors, solar pumps, and water pumps while keeping accurate records and budgets. Bilingual English/ Afrikaans communication is preferred.