Diesel Mechanic – Nelspruit needed at RCL Foods

Job Description    

• A vacancy exists for a Diesel Mechanic who will be based at our Operating Site in Nelspruit. The position will report to the Transport Manager.

Purpose of the position:

• The successful incumbent will be responsible for servicing, maintaining, and repairing a fleet of commercial vehicles, bakkies, cars and forklifts.

Minimum Requirements    

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Qualified Diesel Mechanic (N3 and Trade Test Certificate)
• Senior Certificate (Grade 12)
• 3 years’ hands on experience with Isuzu trucks and bakkies and Toyota truck
• Experience on electrical forklifts will be an advantage
• Auto electrical experience will be an advantage

Knowledge and skills requirements

• Auto electrical work
• Code EC driver’s license with PDP
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Computer literate
• Attention to detail is essential
• Must be reliable and able to work independently
• Must have leadership skills with accountabilities and responsibility’s skills
• Must have own tools
• Must be able to work under pressure
• Must be willing to work extended hours including public holidays when required.

Duties & Responsibilities    
Key job responsibilities

• Service and maintenance of the vehicle fleet consisting of trucks, trailers, forklifts, bakkies, cars and mobile equipment etc.
• Roadside assistance (breakdowns)
• Auto electrical work
• Complete job cards timeously
• Accident & incident investigations
• Perform standby duties
• Monthly depot visits