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Qualified Diesel Mechanic Blackheath Jobs in Cape Town, South Africa at Jobs 4 All
Qualified Diesel Mechanic
Blackheath, Cape Town
Job Overview
Our client is seeking a qualified and experienced Diesel Mechanic to join their plant workshop in Blackheath, Cape Town. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining, diagnosing, repairing, and servicing a diverse fleet of heavy construction equipment and commercial vehicles. This is a hands-on role requiring a self-motivated individual who can work independently while ensuring maximum equipment reliability and minimal downtime.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform preventative maintenance, servicing, and repairs on heavy plant equipment and commercial vehicles.
- Diagnose and repair diesel engines, transmissions, drive trains, hydraulic systems, and electrical faults.
- Maintain and repair equipment including:
- JCB TLBs
- Sany Mobile Cranes (mechanical components only – lifting gear maintained by specialist contractors)
- Toyota Trucks (3-ton to 10-ton)
- CAT Equipment including skid steers and rollers
- Conduct fault-finding using diagnostic tools and technical manuals.
- Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic and electrical systems.
- Perform routine inspections to identify potential mechanical issues before failures occur.
- Maintain accurate maintenance and repair records.
- Assist with spare parts identification, sourcing, procurement, and stock control.
- Liaise with suppliers regarding parts availability and quotations.
- Ensure all work complies with company safety standards and relevant legislation.
- Keep the workshop clean, organised, and compliant with health and safety requirements.
- Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns to minimise operational downtime.
Minimum Requirements
- Qualified Diesel Mechanic (Trade Tested).
- Minimum 5 years’ post-trade experience maintaining heavy earthmoving and construction equipment.
- Strong experience working on:
- JCB equipment
- CAT machinery
- Toyota trucks
- Mobile cranes (mechanical maintenance)
- Excellent knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, and drive trains.
- Ability to diagnose complex mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical faults.
- Experience with preventative maintenance programmes.
- Computer literacy sufficient for maintenance records and parts procurement.
- Valid driver’s licence (Code EC advantageous).
Key Competencies
- Strong fault-finding and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Self-motivated and proactive.
- Excellent planning and organisational skills.
- High attention to detail.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to perform under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Strong commitment to safety and quality workmanship.
Preferred Experience
- Experience maintaining mixed fleets of earthmoving equipment and commercial vehicles.
- Previous experience in a plant workshop environment.
- Familiarity with spare parts procurement and supplier management.
- Experience with preventative maintenance systems.
What We’re Looking For
The ideal candidate is a hands-on, dependable Diesel Mechanic who takes ownership of equipment reliability, works proactively to prevent breakdowns, and is comfortable working independently while supporting the operational needs of a busy plant workshop.
Title: Qualified Diesel Mechanic Blackheath
Company: Jobs 4 All
Location: Cape Town, South Africa
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