Diesel Mechanic (Heavy Commercial Trucks) – Immediate Start

Keep trucks on the road and earning at the long-distance trucking fleet in Brakpan. If you turn up on time and finish what you start, you'll fit in quickly.

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

• Diagnose electronic engine faults with a heavy-duty diagnostic laptop
• Inspect tyres, fifth wheels and kingpins for wear and damage
• Service trucks and trailers on the planned maintenance schedule
• Overhaul brake systems, including air valves, chambers and slack adjusters
• Repair gearboxes, differentials and clutches on heavy vehicles
• Carry out pre-roadworthy checks before the vehicle goes for COF testing
• Repair hydraulics on tippers, cranes and tail-lifts

• Experience with electronic diagnostics on modern diesel engines
• Physically fit for work under trucks and on pits
• Willing to do standby and roadside call-outs
• At least 3 years on heavy commercial vehicles or plant
• Diesel mechanic trade test certificate
• Code 14 licence so you can move and test trucks

• Auto electrical skills
• PrDP for road tests with loaded vehicles

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

• Mention roadside or field experience. Many fleets need mechanics who can work alone at a breakdown.
• Your Code 14 is a big plus. Put it right below your name, not at the bottom of the CV.