Conduct major repairs and rebuilds of diesel engines, transmissions, and hydraulic pumps for heavy equipment such as backhoes and wheel loaders.
Plan and execute comprehensive maintenance schedules, including routine servicing, lubrication, and safety inspections to prevent breakdowns.
Cleaning, lubricating, and conducting routine services on heavy-duty vehicles and machine attachments such as hydraulic horse pipes, blades, and side booms.
Inspect engines, gearboxes, hydraulics, electrical systems, tyres, and frames.
Monitoring equipment performance and troubleshooting mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical faults.
Keep accurate maintenance records including up-to-date tyre register.
Apply technical knowledge and cost-awareness to improve workshop efficiency and reliability.
Monitor materials and supplies required for machine operation.
Suggest and implement improvements to enhance machine performance, productivity, and safety.

Requirements

Diploma in construction plant mechanics, automotive engineering, or related field from a recognized institution. Government Trade Test (GTT) certification is a strong advantage.
Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience working as a diesel or heavy equipment mechanic.
Mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and ability to read and interpret technical manuals and blueprints.
Reliable, team-oriented, and able to work independently

Erforderliche Kompetenzen

Diesel engine overhaul and rebuildTransmission repair and rebuildHydraulic pump and hydraulic system repairComplex diagnostics of mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faultsPreventive maintenance planning and schedulingRoutine servicing, lubrication and cleaning of heavy equipment and attachmentsInspection of engines, gearboxes, electrical systems, tyres, and framesElectrical systems troubleshooting for heavy equipmentReading and interpreting technical manuals and blueprintsMaintenance recordkeeping and tyre register managementWorkshop efficiency improvement and cost-aware maintenanceInventory and materials/supplies monitoring for machine operationImplementing machine performance, productivity and safety improvementsTeamwork and ability to work independently (self-directed reliability)

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