Senior Tech Specialist: Heavy Equipment & Containers

Ingenious Personnel Holdings; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job description

Are you the kind of technical expert who can diagnose a machine fault before everyone else even finishes the coffee run? Then this one’s got your name written all over it.

A leading operation in the heavy equipment and container handling sector is looking for a highly skilled National Technical Specialist to drive equipment reliability, technical excellence, and operational performance across multiple sites.

This is not your average workshop role. We’re looking for a senior technical powerhouse with deep OEM knowledge, strong troubleshooting capability, and the leadership presence to mentor technicians while keeping critical operations moving.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Providing advanced technical support on container handling and heavy material handling equipment
• Diagnosing complex mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and CANBUS system faults
• Leading root cause analysis and implementing long-term corrective solutions
• Supporting commissioning, upgrades, retrofits, and equipment optimisation
• Driving preventive maintenance and reliability improvement initiatives
• Managing warranty claims and OEM compliance processes
• Training and mentoring field technicians and operational teams
• Ensuring full compliance with safety, health, and legislative requirements

Equipment Exposure Required

You must have proven hands‑on experience working with:

• Konecranes Reach Stackers
• Terberg Tractors
• Heavy material handling equipment
• OEM diagnostic tools and software

Minimum Requirements

• National Diploma / Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering OR
• Qualified Diesel Mechanic / Earthmoving Equipment Mechanic / Millwright

Experience Required

• Minimum 10 years’ experience within heavy equipment, port, terminal, container depot, or logistics environments
• Strong expertise in:
  • Diesel engines & emissions systems
  • High‑pressure hydraulic systems
  • Electrical & electronic control systems
  • Technical diagnostics & fault finding
  • Reading schematics and OEM manuals

What Will Make You Stand Out

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving ability
• Ability to work independently under pressure
• Technical leadership and mentoring capability
• High attention to detail and accountability
• Safety‑first mindset

Why This Opportunity?

This role offers the chance to work at a strategic technical level where your expertise genuinely impacts operational uptime, reliability, and business performance. If you thrive in high‑performance environments and enjoy solving complex technical challenges, this is your lane.