General Mechanic – Earthmoving Equipment (Grade 08)

About the role

We are looking for a General Mechanic to perform planned and breakdown repairs, services and maintenance on earthmoving equipment, ensuring compliance with supplier standards and customer requirements. The role involves diagnosing machine systems quickly, preparing detailed analysis reports and representing BWE professionally on‑site.

Key responsibilities

• Perform planned and breakdown repairs, services and maintenance on earthmoving equipment and components.
• Quickly diagnose machine systems and carry out repairs on customer sites or at the BWE facility.
• Compile accurate machine analysis and technical reports, including MIRs and TAs.
• Maintain a professional image when representing BWE and ensure safe work practices.
• Control contamination and manage own administration (labour booking, service reports, part returns, expenses).
• Follow through to consistently meet quality and productivity standards.

Required profile

• Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Qualification in a relevant trade (e.g., Diesel Mechanic/Earthmoving Equipment Mechanic).
• NQF Level 3.
• Computer literate with basic technical report writing skills.
• Knowledge of SIS, STW & ET systems.
• Product knowledge, failure analysis capability and customer orientation.
• Driver’s licence – Code B.
• Understanding of supplier warranty systems, policies and procedures.

Required skills

• CAT machine specific technical knowledge.
• Earthmoving equipment maintenance.
• Proficiency with SIS, STW and ET software.
• Failure analysis.