Heavy Vehicle Technician – Maintenance & Repair

About the role

The Technician is responsible for delivering high‑quality repairs and maintenance on heavy vehicles. Working in a workshop environment, the role ensures safety, on‑time delivery and customer satisfaction by following defined processes and standards.

Key responsibilities

• Perform repairs and preventive maintenance on diesel‑powered heavy vehicles.
• Secure the correct information, tools and spare parts before each job.
• Follow documented working methods to complete tasks safely and efficiently.
• Document work performed and minimise invoicing lead‑time.
• Communicate any follow‑up actions required when handing work over to colleagues.

Required profile

• Matric certificate or N3 (or equivalent).
• Qualified Diesel Technician with a Trade Test Certificate.
• Minimum of 3 years of workshop experience repairing and maintaining heavy vehicles.
• Commercial mindset with a focus on customer satisfaction.
• Must have been employed in the current role for at least 1 year.

Required skills

• Diesel engine repair.
• Heavy‑vehicle maintenance procedures.
• Use of diagnostic and information‑technology tools for vehicle servicing.
• Compliance with safety, health and environmental (SHE) standards.