Diesel Mechanic - (Head Mechanic)

Full Time 4 weeks ago Postmasburg, South Africa

Employment Information

Minimum Requirements:

  • Trade Tested Diesel Mechanic qualification
  • Minimum 5–8 years’ experience working on heavy mining or earthmoving equipment
  • Previous supervisory or team leader experience
  • Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills
  • Experience on equipment such as CAT, Komatsu, Bell, Hitachi, Volvo, or similar
  • Valid driver’s license

Key Responsabilities:
  • Supervising and leading a team of diesel mechanics and assistants
  • Diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing heavy-duty diesel machinery
  • Managing preventative and breakdown maintenance schedules
  • Ensuring compliance with safety regulations and company procedures
  • Conducting inspections and quality checks on completed repairs
  • Coordinating parts, tools, and maintenance requirements
  • Providing technical guidance and mentoring junior staff
  • Maintaining accurate maintenance and service records
  • Working closely with site management to ensure operational efficiency
Skills: 
  • Good communication and leadership skills
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
  • Knowledge of health and safety standards within mining or construction environments
  • Willingness to work overtime or shifts when required
Advantageous
  • Experience in opencast mining environments
  • OEM training certifications
  • Computer literacy and maintenance reporting experience
  • Valid medical fitness certificate for mine sites

Duties, Responsibilities & Reasons for Leaving at each Company MUST be listed on CV.

No Criminal Record.
Medically Fit.

Please note:
ONLY SHORT LISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED

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