Agricultural Diesel Mechanic (Tractors & Harvesters) – Experienced

You'll service and repair heavy diesel vehicles for the long-distance trucking fleet in Randburg. If you like clear targets and knowing where you stand, this is for you.

This post is in Randburg (Gauteng). Please only apply if you can travel there daily.

• Diagnose electronic engine faults with a heavy-duty diagnostic laptop
• Carry out pre-roadworthy checks before the vehicle goes for COF testing
• Attend roadside breakdowns in the service truck
• Fault-find AdBlue and aftertreatment systems on newer engines
• Repair gearboxes, differentials and clutches on heavy vehicles
• Overhaul brake systems, including air valves, chambers and slack adjusters

• Physically fit for work under trucks and on pits
• Experience with electronic diagnostics on modern diesel engines
• Solid understanding of air brake systems
• At least 3 years on heavy commercial vehicles or plant

• Brand-specific heavy vehicle courses
• PrDP for road tests with loaded vehicles
• Auto electrical skills

• Provident fund and funeral cover
• Overtime available most weeks
• Standby and call-out allowance
• Heavy-duty tools supplied by the workshop

• Mention roadside or field experience. Many fleets need mechanics who can work alone at a breakdown.
• List the truck and engine types you have worked on, including electronic systems. Fleet managers screen for those.