Diesel Mechanic
PetroSA · Western Cape
Posted 29 October 2026
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- Inspect, test and conduct maintenance on diesel/petrol powered equipment/machinery to ensure maximum availability of equipment for production to take place.
- Perform troubleshooting on diesel/petrol powered equipment/machinery and identify and resolve the problems to ensure maximum availability of equipment for production to take place.
- Install and commission diesel/petrol powered equipment/machinery to ensure maximum availability of equipment for production to take place
- Participate in the execution of projects, shutdown and turnarounds being undertaken by the Mobile Equipment Workshop to ensure that services are delivered on time, on spec and within budget.
- Perform standby duties as per the standby roster to provide technical support to the responsibility area as required.
- Provide the relevant input to update the relevant quality management systems to ensure that all the required information is captured and stored for planning, referencing and audit purposes.
- Provide technical support, when required, to PetroSA depots in Bloemfontein and Tzaneen, as well as offshore installations such as the EM Buoy and FA Platform, to ensure the availability, reliability and safe operation of equipment and machinery.
- Implement SHEQ, housekeeping and the relevant workshop operating procedures to ensure that the workplace is kept clean and safe for operation at all times.
- Provide advice and assistance to internal and external customers regarding requests or queries related to the area of operation for quality customer service.
Requirements & Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- A valid Trade Test certificate/NQF level 4 Diesel Mechanic certificate
- Code 08 driver's license
Minimum work experience
- 3 years' experience as a Junior Diesel Mechanic
- Physically fit to perform the function without any medical restriction in terms of climbing ladders, working at heights and confined spaces
Benefits & Perks
Health Insurance
- Comprehensive medical coverage including dental and vision
Life Insurance
- Life insurance coverage for employees
Retirement Plan
- Company retirement savings plan with matching
- Professional Development
- Training opportunities and skill development programs