Junior Diesel Technician
Durban, KwaZulu Natal
Posted 8 days ago
- Company:
- General Heavy Marine
- Company Description:
- GHM’s core business is container handling equipment, material handling equipment and mining equipment. Over the last 10 years we have positioned ourselves as the leading service provider within these industries. Our head office based is in Jet park, Boksburg conveniently 5 minutes from the OR Tambo International Airport, which places us in a key position for efficient parts distribution and equipment services. We have branches in both Durban and Cape Town, with a nationwide footprint covering Richards Bay, East London, Port Elizabeth, Saldanha Bay, Bloemfontein and the areas in Northern Cape. Our regional footprint currently covers Mozambique, Zimbabwe, Botswana and Namibia.
- Contract Type:
- Contract
- Experience Required:
- 1 year
- Education Level:
- Grade 12
- Gender:
- Male
- Number of vacancies:
- 1
Job Description
Company: General Heavy Marine (Pty)Ltd
Location: Durban
We are looking for Junior Diesel Technicians, to join our Durban branch reporting to Operations Manager. Technicians are required to ensure customers are supplied with quality service, maintenance and repairs. Technicians will be working on port machinery such as Forklifts, reach stacker etc.
Duties and Responsibilities
• Repairing, servicing and conducting maintenance of heavy machinery (such as forklifts, empty container handlers, skid steers etc.).
• Trouble-shooting systems and equipment.
• Identify and diagnose mechanical issues by reading and interpreting diagnostic tests.
• Replace malfunctioning parts by performing basic maintenance and care, including tire rotations, oil changes and checking fluid levels
• Use diagnostic tools and software to identify issues.
• Conduct initial visual inspections and tests to ensure proper functioning.
• Replace or repair faulty components and systems.
• Keep detailed records of all maintenance and repair work.
• Ensuring safety is adhered to in all tasks and protective gear is worn at all times.
• Completion of job cards and providing feedback to operations manager in writing.
Requirements
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certification as a Diesel Technician or trade test is advantageous.
• Proven experience in diesel engine repair and maintenance.
• Driver’s License
• At least 1—2 years working experience as a diesel technician or a similar field.
• Familiarity with technical concepts, port machinery and operating systems
Skills
• Complex problem solving and critical thinking
• Interpersonal Skills-ability to communicate effectively with other technicians.
• Time management – ability to meet deadlines.
• Adaptable and flexible with excellent ability to multitask.
• Proficiency in using diagnostic tools and software
All interested parties who meet the minimum criteria are invited to apply for the above position.