Truck Diesel Mechanic

Remuneration : Market Related dependent on skill set, knowledge, and experience

Purpose Of The Job :

Our client is looking for an experienced and qualified Commercial Vehicle Diesel Technician to join their Team!

Duties :

• Determines vehicle condition through conducting inspections and tests, identifying worn and damaged parts
• Repairs vehicle deficiencies by removing, repairing, adjusting, overhauling, assembling, disassembling, and replacing major assemblies, sub-assemblies, components, parts, or systems, including but not limited to electrical components, air conditioning, fuel, emission, brake, steering, hydraulics, adjusting and alignments including bearing loads, gear tooth contact, valve mechanisms, governors, oil systems, control linkages, clutches, and traction units
• Verifies vehicle performance by conducting test drives, adjusting controls and systems
• Complies with regulations of vehicle requirements by testing engine and safety
• Maintains vehicle records by documenting services and repairs
• Keeps workshop equipment in working order, following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs
• Limit costs by using warranty; evaluating service and parts options
• Enhances maintenance department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests, exploring opportunities to add value to job
• Provide technical guidance/support for other technicians in service department
• Housekeeping, ensuring cleanliness of the workplace, tools, and equipment
• Assist with routine non-mechanical/non-electrical and small repairs
• Maintain a daily flow of quality and accurate written records and other paperwork for invoice record purposes
• Ensure the highest standard of courtesy, client service, and integrity when interacting with customers, colleagues, and members of the public
• Perform workshop-related work as required and any other duties required by Management

Requirements :

• Minimum 2 years’ current related Diesel Technician experience in Automotive industry, working on Commercial Vehicles
• Experience with various brands of vehicle
• Valid Driver’s License
• Motor Industry Experience is ESSENTIAL!!!
• Only candidates that meet the criteria will be shortlisted and contacted

If you are interested and have the required SKILLS and EXPERIENCE according to the job spec, please UPLOAD your current, updated CV on our Website using the following link:

For further information please feel free to contact Debbie at Select Motor Recruitment

011 615 7747

Applications should be submitted no later than Friday 21 February 2025.