Diesel Mechanic - Krugersdorp at RCL Foods

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

• The successful incumbent will be responsible for mechanical /auto-electrical repairs for the Krugersdorp truck fleet. The candidate must be self-driven and able to work without supervision.

Minimum Requirements    
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Qualified Diesel Mechanic
• Grade 12.
• Preference will be given to candidates who have a recognized Tertiary Qualification especially in the auto-electrical field and or Mechanical field.
• Must have working experience in the running repairs of vehicles:
• Attend to on road breakdowns.
• Change wheels/tyre’s
• Change, bleed and adjust brakes.
• Change starter, alternator, water pump and V belts.
• General electrical repairs.
• Small body repairs and welding.
• Removing and fitting prop shaft.
• Service work – change filters, oil and inspect oil levels.
• Change Radiators.
• Service or change wheel bearings.
• Bleed fuel injection system.
• Overhaul engine.
• Overhaul gearbox.
• Replace and repair brakes.
• Do spill timing.
• Trace and repair air brakes.
• Driver’s license with PRDP, code: C, C1 or EC.Must have own transport as he/she will work stand-by, meaning he/she must be able to attend to any vehicle breakdowns/matter afterhours within 30 minutes.

Knowledge and Skills Requirements

• Strong leadership skills.
• Computer literate (E mail).
• Organized and systems orientated.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Must be able to communicate with people on all levels.
• Must be able to speak English.
• Must be prepared to work overtime as & when operational requirements dictate.
• Must have a driver’s license, code “10”, Heavy duty or code “C” or higher.
• Must be trustworthy.
• Must be able to work without supervision.
• Manage tyre maintenance.

Duties & Responsibilities    
Key Job Responsibilities

• Work closely with Transport Manager to ensure the success of the department.
• Knowledge of auto electrical repairs and must communicate this to Transport Manager.
• Have solid mechanical knowledge of mechanical repairs due on Fleet and communicate to Transport Manager.
• Assist Manager in controlling Transport costs while maintaining the quality standards.
• Assist Manager in controlling Transport costs while maintaining the safety standards.
• Be able to diagnose & repair Isuzu faults as per Isuzu fault finding system (Fault codes).
• Be able to check/repair alternators & starters as required.
• Be able to diagnose & repair auto electrical faults on demand.
• Be able to diagnose & repair mechanical faults on demand.
• Review job orders and accordingly establish priorities and service schedules.
• Plan and monitor auto electrical component movements to ensure continuous operations.
• Plan equipment &material needs for job card & service orders.
• Work with Manager to prepare auto electrical jobs & mechanical jobs on time within specifications.
• Keep vehicle job cards up to date.
• Be able to keep fleet of vehicles legal.
• Be able to complete job cards in English for all work done.

Closing Date    
2023/06/07