Qualified Diesel Mechanic Blackheath, Cape Town

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance, servicing, and repairs on heavy plant equipment and commercial vehicles.
• Diagnose and repair diesel engines, transmissions, drivetrains, hydraulic systems, and electrical faults.
• Maintain and repair equipment including:
• JCB TLBs
• Sany Mobile Cranes (mechanical components only – lifting gear maintained by specialist contractors)
• Toyota Trucks (3-ton to 10-ton)
• CAT Equipment including skid steers and rollers

• Conduct fault-finding using diagnostic tools and technical manuals. • Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic and electrical systems. • Perform routine inspections to identify potential mechanical issues before failures occur. • Maintain accurate maintenance and repair records. • Assist with spare parts identification, sourcing, procurement, and stock control. • Liaise with suppliers regarding parts availability and quotations. • Ensure all work complies with company safety standards and relevant legislation. • Keep the workshop clean, organised, and compliant with health and safety requirements. • Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns to minimise operational downtime. Minimum Requirements

• Qualified Diesel Mechanic (Trade Tested).
• Minimum 5 years' post-trade experience maintaining heavy earthmoving and construction equipment.
• Strong experience working on:
• JCB equipment
• CAT machinery
• Toyota trucks
• Mobile cranes (mechanical maintenance)

• Excellent knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, and drivetrains. • Ability to diagnose complex mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical faults. • Experience with preventative maintenance programmes. • Computer literacy sufficient for maintenance records and parts procurement. • Valid driver's licence (Code EC advantageous). Key Competencies

• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving abilities. • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. • Self-motivated and proactive. • Excellent planning and organisational skills. • High attention to detail. • Good communication and interpersonal skills. • Ability to perform under pressure and meet deadlines. • Strong commitment to safety and quality workmanship. Preferred Experience

• Experience maintaining mixed fleets of earthmoving equipment and commercial vehicles. • Previous experience in a plant workshop environment. • Familiarity with spare parts procurement and supplier management. • Experience with preventative maintenance systems. What We're Looking For The ideal candidate is a hands-on, dependable Diesel Mechanic who takes ownership of equipment reliability, works proactively to prevent breakdowns, and is comfortable working independently while supporting the operational needs of a busy plant workshop.