About the Role : We are recruiting for an industrial enterprise to source a highly resilient and experienced Senior Diesel Mechanic. This is a critical workshop leadership role focused on ensuring the optimal performance of the company's fleet and heavy machinery. If you are a trade-tested professional who excels under pressure and has a proven track record in comprehensive fault-finding, preventative maintenance, and workshop oversight, this opportunity will provide an excellent platform for your technical career.
Core Responsibilities:
- Workshop Oversight & Task Delegation: Manage the general daily operations of the workshop, ensuring that all tasks are effectively assigned to mechanics and completed efficiently within strict required deadlines.
- Administration & Compliance: Ensure that all maintenance job cards are accurately completed, processed, and submitted according to stipulated deadlines.
- Breakdown Management: Rapidly respond to and conduct daily breakdown repairs on a variety of light and heavy equipment to minimise operational downtime.
- Preventative Maintenance: Execute and oversee highly structured, scheduled routine preventative maintenance and services across both light and heavy equipment fleets.
Requirements & Qualifications:
- A valid Grade 12 (National Senior Certificate) or a formally recognised NQF Level 4 equivalent.
- A formally recognised, trade-specific qualification as a Diesel Mechanic.
- A minimum of 5 years of post-trade experience operating strictly as a Diesel Mechanic.
- Proven hands-on experience in maintaining forklifts, tractors, and trucks (experience working with MAN Trucks will be considered highly advantageous).
- A valid Code 14 driver’s licence is desirable, though not strictly essential.
Key Competencies:
- High resilience with the proven ability to cope and deliver quality work under immense pressure.
- Exceptional reliability, persistence, and a strong results-oriented mindset.
- Excellent time-management and task-prioritising skills to handle multiple breakdowns simultaneously.
- Meticulous attention to detail regarding both mechanical repairs and administrative job cards
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