Field Service Diesel Mechanic (Roadside Breakdowns) – Immediate Start

Every hour a truck stands still costs money. This agricultural equipment dealer in Kathu needs a mechanic who can fix it quickly. It suits someone who likes knowing exactly what a good day's work looks like.

This post is Kathu-based, with most of your time spent at an agricultural equipment dealer. Shifts rotate, so you'll need to be flexible about days and nights.

• Carry out pre-roadworthy checks before the vehicle goes for COF testing
• Overhaul brake systems, including air valves, chambers and slack adjusters
• Diagnose electronic engine faults with a heavy-duty diagnostic laptop
• Service trucks and trailers on the planned maintenance schedule
• Attend roadside breakdowns in the service truck
• Fault-find AdBlue and aftertreatment systems on newer engines
• Inspect tyres, fifth wheels and kingpins for wear and damage

• Diesel mechanic trade test certificate
• Physically fit for work under trucks and on pits
• Code 14 licence so you can move and test trucks
• Experience with electronic diagnostics on modern diesel engines

• PrDP for road tests with loaded vehicles
• Hydraulic systems training

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

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