Senior Mechanic

Hr-Simplified (Pty) Ltd; Durban; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics service company in Durban is seeking a Senior Mechanic to oversee the maintenance of their fleet. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Diesel mechanic and possess strong leadership skills. Responsibilities include diagnosing and repairing vehicles, maintaining job cards, and ensuring safety standards are upheld. A valid code 10 driver’s license and trade enrichment skills in welding and hydraulics are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Diesel mechanic.
• Ability to communicate and develop relationships with various departments.
• A valid code 10 driver’s license is required.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair and service the company fleet of GSE and vehicles.
• Create and complete job cards accurately and timely.
• Maintain a clean and tidy work environment.

Skills

Welding

Electro Hydraulics

Auto Electrical

Pneumatics

Problem-solving

Education

Qualified Diesel mechanic

Grade 12

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

About the Company

Since 1833, the company has developed to become a critical partner in the global aviation industry, delivering time‑critical logistics services at 350 locations in more than 65 countries, across six continents.

But at the heart of our business is our people.

Whether serving our clients landside or airside, above or below the wing, our teams are agile, dedicated, and eager to help.

Safety and security are at the heart of everything we do. We have a duty of care to look after each other, our customers and their customers. And we care about the communities in which we operate.

We understand that what we do makes a difference at many levels. Our services help keep people moving with everyone playing their part, delivering with precision, round the clock, every minute of every day. In this we take immense pride, and it strengthens our determination to deliver.

About the Role

Senior mechanic provides guidance for the safe installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of electrical control systems, including components of machinery and equipment.

Responsibilities

Diagnose, repair and service the company fleet of GSE and vehicles, in accordance with the company and Manufacturers’ work specifications.

Timeous creation and accurate completion of all job cards.

Attending to unscheduled breakdowns and repairs with minimum delay.

Carrying out all necessary checks and inspections of all equipment and vehicles, at the required intervals and in accordance with the company quality and standards.

Carrying out scheduled Preventative Maintenance, as instructed, for all equipment and vehicles, in accordance with the company quality and standards and in line with the stipulated intervals as per the Preventative Maintenance program.

Provide support and guidance to Junior Mechanics and GSE General Workers.

Maintaining a clean and tidy work environment and always observing housekeeping rules.

Conduct ongoing risk assessments on equipment and its operations, as well as ensuring that all safe operating procedures are adhered to.

Able to respond to out of hours urgent calls when required.

Promoting and driving the MORSE ‘Safety First’ culture through all levels of the organization.

Candidate Requirements

Qualified Diesel mechanic with a minimum of 5 years’ experience (with Grade 12).

Trade enrichment skills essential : Welding, Electro Hydraulics, Auto Electrical & Pneumatics.

Knowledge of GSE, Heavy Goods Vehicles and Earth Moving Equipment will be an advantage.

Ability to communicate & develop a good working relationship with various departments, airport authority members and managers at all levels.

A valid code 10 driver’s licence.

Computer literate and competent user of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.

Have a strong leadership background and problem-solving skills.