Diesel Mechanic - Ladysmith Bakery

Overview

We are PepsiCo. PepsiCo is proud to be one of the world's leading food and beverage companies.

Every day, we are dedicated to bringing our mission to create more smiles with every sip and every bite to life.

Our products are enjoyed more than one billion times a day in more than countries and territories around the world.

Our portfolio — including Lay's, Doritos, Gatorade, Pepsi and Quaker — consists of many iconic brands that generate more than US $1 billion each in estimated annual retail sales, helping to deliver more than US $70 billion in net revenue.

Guiding PepsiCo is our vision to Be the Global Leader in Beverages and Convenient Foods by Winning with PepsiCo Positive.

Through PepsiCo Positive, we are charting a new course to drive positive action for the planet and people.

PepsiCo Positive is an end-to-end strategic business transformation with sustainability at the centre of how we will create growth and value by operating within planetary boundaries and inspiring positive change.

In South Africa (SA), you will find our products across the region at breakfast, lunch or dinner, at the gym or on the field, in the office or on the go.

We refresh, restore and rejuvenate our consumers all day, every day with our key brands including Simba, Lay's, Liqui Fruit and Bokomo range of cereals.

PepsiCo SA employs more than 13,000 people across our three business divisions: Bakeries, Grains, Foods, Fruit, Snacks, Juice & Beverages.

Responsibilities

Job Overview: Inspects, diagnoses, and repairs diesel-powered vehicles and machines, like trucks, forklifts, and trailers.

1. Running diagnostic tests on vehicles.
2. Analyzing diagnostic test results.
3. Replacing vehicle engines, steering mechanisms, transmissions, and braking systems.
4. Checking vehicle lighting systems.
5. Test driving vehicles to gauge performance.
6. Performing preventative maintenance on service trucks.
7. Maintaining detailed records of serviced vehicles.
8. Adhering to an inspection procedure checklist.
9. Maintaining a parts inventory.
10. Ensuring the cleanliness of the shop.
11. Conducting field visits in the case of an emergency or sudden breakdown.

Qualifications

1. Diesel Mechanic Trade Test Certificate
2. Valid driver's license
3. Five years' experience in repairing and maintaining vehicles or other engines and related mechanical components

PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer in line with the Employment Equity Act.