Diesel Mechanic - Cape Town at Unitrans

Job Advert Summary
An opportunity has arisen for a Mechanic: responsible for the repairing and maintenance of all diesel/petrol/ machines, motor vehicles, pumps, generators in a company. Diagnoses, identifies and rectifies mechanical problems on vehicles and equipment. Plans work procedure. Overhauls or replaces carburettors, blowers, generators, distributors, starters and pumps. Rebuilds parts such as crankshafts and cylinder blocks.

Minimum Requirements

• Qualified Artisan or 5 year recognized apprentice
• Valid driver's license, preferably EC
• Minimum 5 years’ experience
• Essential: Fuel Tanker, disc brakes, mechanic brakes experience
• Advantageous: Auto electrical and hydrolics experience
• Willing to work weekends, public holidays and be on standby

Duties & Responsibilities

• Servicing of company vehicles to predefined checklists
• Attend to breakdowns and carry out the necessary repairs on Heavy Duty Vehicles
• Apply Health & Safety rules and regulations in all aspects of job
• Ensure vehicles are kept in line with legal requirements and company policies i.e. roadworthy etc.
• Maintain a safe and clean working place at all times
• Administer regular reporting to management regarding breakdowns, services etc
• Perform ancillary duties to the above as determined by management on an ongoing basis