Diesel Mechanic: Major, Special & Minor Plant - (REF: 10/2026/07) at Johannesburg Roads Agency(JAR)

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lubricate machinery.
• Attend to breakdowns.
• Report on plant machinery activities to the assistant manager workshops.
• Be vigilant during plant operations to assist in reporting any production faults.
• Provide feedback to operators on the correct operation procedures of the machines.
• Provide guidance to operators and drivers on maintenance and operation.
• Conduct on site repairs and services.
• Schedule services of machines and ensure that this done within the specifications.
• Check filtration systems.
• Check prop shafts and differential.
• Check on faults indicators and control sensors.
• Check all engine management systems.
• Check all the suction and vacuum hoses.
• Record service intervals and adhere to potential maintenance requirements.
• Understand correct procedures and functioning of equipment.
• Guide and advise on the correct start- up operation and shut down of machines and vehicles.
• Advise the Assistant Manager workshops on future potential maintenance.
• Identify potential future failures. Know the service intervals and the components to be replaced at each interval.
• Identify mechanical safety hazards.

REQUIREMENTS AND SELECTION CRITERIA

• Grade 12 or relevant NQF equivalent.
• Diesel mechanic Trade Test Certificate.
• 5 years’ relevant experience as a Heavy-Duty Diesel Mechanic, (Road construction equipment).