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Workshop – Working Foreman / Trade Tested Diesel Mechanic Mthatha

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Mthatha

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ZAR 30 000 - 60 000

Full time

5 days ago
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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Workshop Foreman in Mthatha. This role requires a skilled diesel mechanic with extensive experience in managing workshop operations and staff. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, be physically fit, and have a proven track record in the diesel mechanics field, particularly with trucks and yellow plant. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will contribute to maintaining high standards in vehicle servicing and repairs, ensuring operational excellence in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience as a workshop foreman and diesel mechanic.
  • Experience managing workshop staff and operations.

Responsibilities

  • Manage workshop servicing, repairs, and staff.
  • Perform engine and gearbox removals and replacements.

Skills

Communication Skills
Problem Solving
Computer Literacy
Planning and Management

Education

Trade Tested Diesel Mechanic

Tools

Diagnostic Tools

Job description

Mthatha

Please note that for this position you need to read, write and speak English and Afrikaans

Do not apply if you do not qualify

Position Overview :

Candidate must have prior work experience in the Transkei region.

Minimum Requirements :

  • Physically fit and healthy
  • Trade tested diesel mechanic or equivalent qualification
  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a workshop foreman, and 5 years’ experience as a diesel mechanic
  • Experience must include diesel mechanics related to trucks, and yellow plant.
  • Experience within the construction and related industry highly advantageous
  • Must read / write & speak English as well as Xhosa (Mandatory)
  • Must have excellent communication skills
  • Must be computer literate at intermediate level
  • Ability to plan and manage tasks and projects
  • Ability to work long hours and over weekends / standby
  • Ability to problem solve and think outside the box.

Minimum Experience :

  • The foreman would be required to manage the workshop and all staff within the workshop including technicians, assistants, etc. Experience in this area is vital
  • Ability to manage day to day workshop servicing and repairs, breakdowns, and rebuild projects
  • Experienced in performing the following tasks :
  • Minor and Major Services
  • Engine removal and replacement
  • Gearbox removal and replacement
  • Braking Systems
  • Suspension
  • Differentials
  • Electrical Diagnostics
  • Mechanical Diagnostics
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