Diesel Mechanic – Artisan (Trade Tested)

About the role

The Artisan Diesel Mechanic will be responsible for maintaining and repairing a wide range of petrol and diesel vehicles, as well as plant equipment. The role includes supervising apprentices, handling after‑hours duties, and ensuring all paperwork is completed accurately.

Key responsibilities

• Undertake engine tuning, inspect vehicles, record and fix defects on various makes and models.
• Tow and recover vehicles; reassemble and adjust clutches, gearboxes, propellers and shafts.
• Use compression testers and fuel‑pump pressure gauges for fault‑finding and maintain cooling systems.
• Diagnose defects in consultation with superintendents and replace or service components.
• Supervise and train apprentices, oversee workshop operations during late‑afternoon and weekend shifts.
• Install overhead cables, maintain pulleys and bearings, and ensure completion of job cards, timesheets and trip sheets.
• Repair hydraulic systems on vehicles and conduct road‑side repairs as needed.

Required profile

• Minimum 3 years post‑apprenticeship experience (4 years preferred).
• Trade Tested Artisan (Diesel Mechanic) qualification.
• Valid motor vehicle driving licence (Code EC) and Professional Driving Permit (PrDP).

Required skills

• Engine tuning and diagnostic fault‑finding.
• Compression testing and fuel‑pump pressure testing.
• Clutch, gearbox, propeller and shaft adjustment/reassembly.
• Cooling‑system maintenance.
• Hydraulic system repair.
• Overhead cable installation and pulley/bearing maintenance.
• Vehicle towing and recovery.