Assistant Diesel Technician

3 days ago

Durban, South Africa General Heavy Marine Full time

**Position: Junior Diesel Technician.**

**Company: General Heavy Marine (Pty)Ltd**

**Location: Durban**

We are looking for Junior Diesel Technicians, to join our Durban and JHB branch reporting to Operations Manager. Technicians are required to ensure customers are supplied with quality service, maintenance and repairs. Technicians will be working on port machinery such as Forklifts, reach stacker etc.

**Duties and Responsibilities**
- Repairing, servicing and conducting maintenance of heavy machinery (such as forklifts, empty container handlers, skid steers etc.).
- Trouble-shooting systems and equipment.
- Identify and diagnose mechanical issues by reading and interpreting diagnostic tests.
- Replace malfunctioning parts by performing basic maintenance and care, including tire rotations, oil changes and checking fluid levels
- Use diagnostic tools and software to identify issues.
- Conduct initial visual inspections and tests to ensure proper functioning.
- Replace or repair faulty components and systems.
- Keep detailed records of all maintenance and repair work.
- Adhere to deadlines and targets.
- Ensuring safety is adhered to in all tasks and protective gear is worn at all times.
- Daily reporting of breakdowns to senior technician and on relevant group chats.
- Completion of job cards and providing feedback to operations manager in writing.

**Requirements**:

- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Certification as a Diesel Technician or trade test is advantageous.
- Proven experience in diesel engine repair and maintenance.
- Driver’s License
- At least 1—2 years working experience as a diesel technician or a similar field.
- Ability to follow health and safety regulations.
- Familiarity with technical concepts, port machinery and operating systems.
- Ability to read and understand technical manuals and schematics.

**Skills**
- Complex problem solving and critical thinking
- Interpersonal Skills-ability to communicate effectively with other technicians.
- Time management - ability to meet deadlines.
- Adaptable and flexible with excellent ability to multitask.
- Proficiency in using diagnostic tools and software
- Physical stamina and ability to lift heavy objects.

**Job Type**: Temp to perm
Contract length: 3 months

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