Diesel Mechanic - Asizakhe Depot at RCL Foods

Job Description    

• At RCL FOODS we see and do things differently. We grow what matters!
• RCL Foods is seeking a Diesel Mechanic  to join our division based in Asizakhe Depot.
• The purpose the role is to carry out maintenance & preventive service in accordance to the maintenance schedule plan and breakdowns and attend to afterhours breakdowns on local delivery fleet. Responsible for maintaining diesel equipment operation by completing inspections and preventive maintenance requirements; correcting vehicle deficiencies; making adjustments and alignments; Ensure job cards are completed, and records are kept. Ensure health safety regulations are adhered to.

Minimum Requirements    

• Matric
• Valid Driver’s License, C1, PDP
• N3 National Certificate as Diesel Mechanic
• 4-5 years’ experience as a qualified mechanic in a workshop environment.
• With at least one year in a supervisory role 
• Experience with Toyota and Isuzu Trucks

Duties & Responsibilities    

Fleet Maintenance

• Execute the preventative maintenance schedule as per manufacturer specs.
• Perform delivery vehicle breakdown services as required by manufacturers specs.
• Attend to after hour vehicle breakdowns.
• Perform auto electrician repairs.
• Prepare vehicles for annual Certificate of Fitness (COF)
• Ensure all mechanical tasks are completed according to the job card specifications
• Ensure cost effective utilization of parts (new & used)
• Assess services rendered by external suppliers are of high quality within the agreed scope of work
• Analyse fleet fuel consumption figures & take corrective action measures

People Management

• Ensure team availability to allocated task
• Accurate and timeous recording of team’s time sheets
• Ensure good working relations between staff
• Manage performance of mechanical assistant and address issues
• Adhere to and enforce company disciplinary code
• Be an ambassador for Our Way
• Follow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of work are consistently and accurately maintained.
• Take ownership and accountability for tasks and activities for direct reports and demonstrate effective self-management in terms of planning, prioritizing

KPI'S 

• Determines vehicle condition by conducting inspections and diagnostic tests, identifying worn and damaged parts.
• Keeps equipment available for use by completing preventive maintenance schedules; installing component and part upgrades; controlling corrosion; completing winterization procedures.
• Corrects vehicle deficiencies by removing, repairing, adjusting, overhauling, assembling, disassembling, and replacing major assemblies,        sub-assemblies, components, parts, or systems, such as, power and drive trains, electrical, air conditioning, fuel, emission, brake, steering, hydraulics; completes machine shop operations; making adjustments and alignments including bearing loads, gear tooth contact, valve mechanisms, governors, oil systems, control linkages, clutches, and traction units.
•  Verifies vehicle performance by conducting test drives, adjusting controls and systems.
•  Maintains vehicle appearance by cleaning, washing, and painting.
•  Maintains vehicle records by annotating services and repairs.
•  Keeps shop equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs.
• Contains costs by using warranty, evaluating service and parts options.
• Keeps supplies ready by inventorying stock; placing orders; verifying receipt.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical and regulation publications.
• Enhances maintenance department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
• Adhere to Health and safety regulations as stipulated by company Policies.