Overview
Technician: Construction and Forestry Jobs in Kuruman, Northern Cape at Senwes Ltd.
Full Job Description
Purpose of the Job
Senwes Equipment is looking for a dynamic Construction and forestry technician to maintain, repair, and overhaul construction machinery and vehicles, ensuring optimal functionality and efficiency.
Job Responsibilities:
Diagnostics and Inspection:
Perform all electronic diagnostics using Service Advisor and special tools for John Deere and other construction and forestry equipment.
Conduct mechanical and visual diagnostics including preventative inspections, maintenance, services, and repairs.
Repairs and Maintenance:
Timely and effective repair of identified problems from diagnostics and inspections.
Generate pick slips for the correct part selection and conduct warranty repairs as required.
Provide field services and repairs on John Deere and other farming equipment using special tools.
Maintain a clean work area, minimizing spills, grease, and debris.
Return unused parts to the Spares department and tools to the tool room.
Follow all company and dealer policies and regulations.
Customer Service:
Maintain positive communication and relationships with relevant stakeholders.
Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction and brand representation.
Training and Ad-Hoc Functions:
Attend all company and external training activities, demonstrating learned skills.
Assist with ad-hoc tasks from management related to job cards or machinery in the workshop.
Provide in-house training and on-the-job training as required.
Qualifications:
National Senior Certificate.
Completed Trade Test Certificate (Tractor, Motor, or Diesel).
Experience:
At least 2 years of relevant experience in a similar role.
Preference will be given to candidates with experience in earth-moving equipment and forestry equipment.
Skills and Knowledge:
Knowledge:
Customer service principles and practices.
Agricultural business and agri-mechanisation equipment.
Basic financial management principles.
MS Office proficiency.
Relevant legislation and company policies (Senwes Policies and Procedures).
Skills:
Networking and building professional relationships.
Strong interpersonal communication and negotiation skills.
Computer literacy and good time management.
High attention to detail and a strong sense of responsibility.
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We are committed to transformation through the appointment of persons from designated groups and potential candidates from these groups will enjoy preference.
Kindly note that a consumer credit record will be requested in respect of all appointments which involve dealing with cash or finances.
Should you meet the above requirements and be of the opinion that you can make a contribution to the company, kindly register and apply on our Career Page at www.groupcareers.co.za
Should we not have contacted you within six weeks of the closing date, you may assume that your application has been unsuccessful.
CLOSING DATE: 16 June 2025
Title: Technician: Construction and Forestry
Company: Senwes Ltd.
Location: Kuruman, Northern Cape
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