Diesel Mechanic Assistant - Rustenburg at RCL Foods

• The successful incumbent will be responsible for mechanical /auto-electrical repairs within the Transport Department and various depots of the Bakery.

Minimum Requirements    

• Grade 12.
• Preference will be given to candidates who have a recognized Tertiary Qualification especially in the auto-electrical field and or Mechanical field.
• Must have working experience in the running repairs of vehicles:
• Attend to on road breakdowns.
• Change wheels/tyre’s
• Change, bleed and adjust brakes.
• Change starter, alternator, water pump and V belts.
• General electrical repairs.
• Small body repairs and welding.
• Removing and fitting prop shaft.
• Small service work – change filters, oil and inspect oil levels.
• Change Radiators.
• Service or change wheel bearings.
• Bleed fuel injection system.
• Driver’s license with PRDP, code: C, C1 or EC.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIREMENTS

• Strong leadership skills.
• Computer literate (E mail).
• Organized and systems orientated.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Must be able to communicate with people on all levels.
• Must be able to speak English.
• Must be prepared to work overtime as & when operational requirements dictate.
• Must have a driver’s license, code “10”, Heavy duty or code “C” or higher.
• Must be trustworthy.
• Must be able to work without supervision.

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Work closely with Transport Manager to ensure the success of the department.
• Knowledge of auto electrical repairs and must communicate this to Transport Manager.
• Have solid mechanical knowledge of mechanical repairs due on Fleet and communicate to
• Transport Manager.
• Assist Manager in controlling Transport costs while maintaining the quality standards.
• Assist Manager in controlling Transport costs while maintaining the safety standards.
• Be able to diagnose & repair Isuzu faults as per Isuzu fault finding system (Fault codes).
• Be able to check/repair alternators & starters as required.
• Be able to diagnose & repair auto electrical faults on demand.
• Be able to diagnose & repair mechanical faults on demand.
• Review job orders and accordingly establish priorities and service schedules.
• Plan and monitor auto electrical component movements to ensure continuous operations.
•  Plan equipment &material needs for job card & service orders
•  Work with Manager to prepare auto electrical jobs & mechanical jobs on time within specifications.
• Be able to keep fleet of vehicles legal.
• Be able to complete job cards in English for all work done.