Senior Diesel Mechanic & Workshop Lead

wine.co.za; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully equipped workshop

No housing provided

Job summary

Mooiuitsig Wine Estate in Bonnievale, Western Cape, is seeking a Senior Diesel Mechanic and Workshop Manager to join our team in a full-time permanent role. You will lead a skilled workshop, perform fault finding on diesel engines and hydraulics, ensure OEM and safety standards, and mentor apprentices while driving site maintenance excellence.

The role requires a Red Seal diesel trade test and 10 years’ experience, with a valid driver’s license and PDP preferred.

Qualifications

• Qualified Diesel Trade Test (Red Seal) from an accredited post-trade heavy diesel mechanical institution.
• 10 years of experience, with commercial transport fleet experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and PDP are highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform fault finding, diagnostic assessments and root cause analysis on diesel engines and components.
• Ensure all work meets OEM and safety standards.
• Complete job cards, service reports, and parts requests accurately.
• Assist with training and mentoring of junior mechanics and apprentices.
• Lead and manage the workshop team to achieve company goals.

Skills

Advanced diagnostics

Diesel engines

Auto-electrical systems

Proactive maintenance

Organizational skills

Neat and thorough

People management

Vision for future

Education

Red Seal Diesel Trade Test

Job description

Mooiuitsig Wine Estate in Bonnievale, Western Cape, is seeking a Senior Diesel Mechanic and Workshop Manager to join our team in a full-time permanent role. You will lead a skilled workshop, perform fault finding on diesel engines and hydraulics, ensure OEM and safety standards, and mentor apprentices while driving site maintenance excellence.

The role requires a Red Seal diesel trade test and 10 years’ experience, with a valid driver’s license and PDP preferred.