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DIESEL MECHANIC WANTED – TRUCK REPAIR \& FLEET MAINTENANCE

We are looking for a Diesel Mechanic to join our 37 year old truck repair workshop and fleet maintenance team.

Requirements:

* Qualified Diesel Mechanic OR proven experience in diesel/truck repairs
* Experience working on trucks and heavy\-duty vehicles will be an advantage
* Ability to diagnose and repair mechanical faults
* Willingness to attend to vehicle breakdowns when required
* Own reliable transport to commute to work is essential
* A valid Code 10 or Code 14 driver’s licence will be an advantage
* Must be reliable, hardworking and able to work independently
* Must be willing to work weekends and after hours when required
* Good time management and problem\-solving skills

Key Responsibilities:

* Carry out repairs and maintenance on trucks and fleet vehicles
* Perform regular servicing and preventative maintenance
* Diagnose mechanical faults and carry out necessary repairs
* Attend to roadside/breakdown call\-outs
* Ensure vehicles are maintained in a safe and roadworthy condition
* Assist with general workshop duties as required

Location: Durban

Email CV to: ashlinmohabeer@yahoo.com

Only candidates with relevant diesel/truck mechanical experience will be considered.

Pay: R10 079,46 \- R33 616,06 per month

Work Location: In person

WANTED DIESEL MECHANIC

Introduction Our client based is Prospecton is seeking to employ two Apprentices - Qualified Fitter & Turner, Mechanical, Hydraulic, Boilermaker, with a minimum 2-3 years' post-trade experience in a steel, manufacturing, engineering, or heavy industrial environment. Desired Experience & Qualification Qualified Fitter & Turner, Mechanical, Hydraulic, Boilermaker, or similar technical background. Minimum 2-3 years' post-trade experience in a steel, manufacturing, engineering, or heavy industrial …

Apprentice - Qualified Fitter & Turner, Mechanical, Hydraulic, Boilermaker

We are a reputable Truck Repair and Maintenance Company seeking a qualified and experienced Diesel Mechanic to join our growing team.

Key Responsibilities:

* Diagnose, repair, and service diesel engines on trucks and trailers.
* Perform preventative maintenance and routine inspections.
* Repair and replace engine, transmission, brake, suspension, and electrical components.
* Use diagnostic equipment to identify mechanical and electrical faults.
* Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.
* Maintain accurate service and repair records.

Minimum Requirements:

* Qualified Diesel Mechanic (trade certificate or equivalent).
* Minimum of 3 years' experience working on heavy\-duty trucks.
* Strong diagnostic and fault\-finding skills.
* Experience with major truck brands will be an advantage.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Good communication skills and attention to detail.
* Reliable, hardworking, and committed to quality workmanship.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should send their CV, qualifications, and contactable references to service@cordobamotors.co.za

Pay: R12 000,00 \- R18 000,00 per month

Work Location: In person

Skilled Diesel Mechanic

**Job Purpose**

To inspect, diagnose, repair, service, and maintain all company vehicles and mobile equipment in a safe, reliable, and roadworthy condition. The Vehicle Mechanic ensures preventative maintenance schedules are adhered to, minimizes vehicle downtime, and complies with all legal, manufacturer, and company safety requirements.

**Key Responsibilities**

**Preventative Maintenance**

* Perform scheduled servicing on all company vehicles and mobile equipment.
* Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance according to maintenance schedules.
* Replace worn or defective components before failure occurs.
* Maintain service records for every vehicle.

**Repairs and Fault Diagnosis**

* Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, steering, suspension, and braking faults.
* Repair petrol and diesel engines.
* Repair transmissions, clutches, differentials, axles, and driveline components.
* Repair cooling, fuel, exhaust, ignition, charging, and starting systems.
* Repair vehicle air\-conditioning systems where qualified.

**Vehicle Inspections**

* Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly inspections.
* Ensure all vehicles remain roadworthy.
* Prepare vehicles for licensing and roadworthy inspections.
* Test drive vehicles following repairs where authorised.

**Fleet Maintenance**

* Maintain company cars, bakkies, trucks, trailers, forklifts, and other mobile equipment.
* Attend to emergency vehicle breakdowns.
* Reduce vehicle downtime through effective planning and repairs.

**Workshop Administration**

* Complete maintenance reports and job cards.
* Record spare parts used.
* Maintain service histories.
* Report recurring faults and recommend improvements.

**Spare Parts Management**

* Identify spare parts requirements.
* Assist with ordering vehicle components.
* Maintain minimum stock levels of frequently used parts.
* Ensure proper storage of tools and spares.

**Health, Safety and Housekeeping**

* Follow Occupational Health and Safety requirements.
* Wear prescribed PPE.
* Maintain a clean and organised workshop.
* Safely dispose of waste oils, filters, tyres, batteries, and hazardous materials.

**Continuous Improvement**

* Recommend improvements to vehicle reliability.
* Assist with fleet cost reduction initiatives.
* Support breakdown investigations and root cause analysis.

**Minimum Requirements**

**Qualifications**

* Grade 12 (Matric).
* Qualified Motor Mechanic
* Valid driver's licence

**Experience**

* 5\+ years' post\-trade experience maintaining commercial vehicles.
* Experience with petrol and diesel engines.
* Experience repairing trucks, forklifts, and light commercial vehicles is advantageous.

**Knowledge**

* Diesel and petrol engine systems.
* Brake systems.
* Suspension and steering systems.
* Hydraulic systems.
* Auto electrical systems.
* Diagnostic equipment.
* Preventative maintenance principles.
* Occupational Health and Safety legislation.

**Skills**

* Fault finding and troubleshooting.
* Mechanical repairs.
* Vehicle diagnostics.
* Time management.
* Attention to detail.
* Problem solving.
* Communication skills.
* Record keeping.
* Teamwork.
* Computer literacy.

**Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)**

* Fleet availability.
* Vehicle downtime.
* Preventative maintenance compliance.
* First\-time repair rate.
* Number of repeat breakdowns.
* Job completion within planned time.
* Roadworthy compliance.
* Maintenance cost control.
* Workshop housekeeping standards.
* Safety compliance.

**Working Conditions**

* Workshop environment with exposure to grease, oil, fuel, noise, dust, and varying weather conditions.
* May be required to work overtime or respond to emergency breakdowns.
* Regular lifting of heavy vehicle components and tools.

**Equipment Used**

* Diagnostic scanners.
* Hydraulic jacks and lifting equipment.

Pay: R7 365,80 \- R24 597,07 per month

Work Location: In person

Vehicle Mechanic

We are looking for a diesel mechanic to fuel up trucks. Please send your CV via WhatsApp (0711820974) or email (ashana12hardiyal@outlook.com).

DIESEL MECHANIC REQUIRED IN PHOENIX INDUSTRIAL PARK

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Diesel Mechanic to take responsibility for the maintenance, servicing, repair, and operational readiness of a large fleet of construction and transport equipment operating across multiple RDP housing construction sites. The successful candidate will travel between sites, perform scheduled maintenance, diagnose and repair breakdowns, and ensure maximum fleet uptime. A fully equipped company service vehicle and all necessary tools will be provided. Fleet…

Diesel Mechanic

Halfway Hino Shelly Beach has a vacancy for a Trade Tested Diesel Technician/ Mechanic with a valid Code 14 Driver's License . The successful candidate will be required to work in the Mobile Unit based in Phoenix, KZN , providing an efficient technical and mechanical service. Perform maintenance services Diagnosis and fault finding Prepare vehicles for delivery Assist with vehicle breakdowns and any other general duties Test driving vehicles to gauge performance Maintaining detailed records of …

Diesel Mechanic Phoenix

* **Semi skilled mechanical fitter \- Phoenix \- Salary R38\.00 per hour**
* **Must have Matric**
* **Must be a Semi skilled Mechanical fitter**
* **Required to work weekends**
* **Live in and around the Phoenix area**
* **Salary R38\.00 per hour**

Pay: R38,00 per hour

Ability to commute/relocate:

* Phoenix, KwaZulu\-Natal: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

* High School (matric) (Required)

Experience:

* Semi Skilled Mechanical Fitter : 2 years (Required)

Location:

* Phoenix, KwaZulu\-Natal (Required)

Work Location: In person

Semi Skilled Mechanical Fitter

**Date Posted:**
 2026\-06\-29
   

  

**Country:**
 South Africa
   

  

**Location:**
 Otis Pty (LTD) Durban, Hurst Grove Musgrave, 26, 4001, South Africa
   

  

**Join a stable and growing industry with real opportunities for professional development.**
 At
 **OTIS** 
 , a leading multinational company in the elevator industry, we are looking for a
 **Maintenance Technician** 
 to join our team in
 **Durban** 
 .
   

  

 In this role, your priority will be to ensure the safety of passengers and stakeholders by maintaining elevators and escalators to the highest standards.
   

  

 What you will do:
   

  

* Carry out maintenance and service visits across your assigned territory
* Manage your own portfolio of elevator and escalator units
* Respond quickly and efficiently to breakdowns, aiming for first\-time fix
* Perform minor repairs to ensure continuous operation
* Build strong relationships with customers during on\-site visits


 What we are looking for:
   

  

* Experience in the elevator industry or a relevant technical background
* Knowledge in electricity or electrical engineering
* A valid driver’s license (if required locally)
* A strong commitment to safety and quality
* Good communication skills
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Curiosity, adaptability, and willingness to learn
* Comfortable using digital and electronic tools


 What we offer:
   

  

* Long\-term career opportunities in a stable, global industry
* Competitive remuneration aligned with local standards
* Continuous training in technical skills, processes, and soft skills
* Modern tools, work equipment, and company vehicle
* A strong focus on health, safety, and employee wellbeing


**Why OTIS?** 
 You will be part of a truly international, talent\-driven company that values Safety, Ethics, Quality, Innovation, and Employee Opportunity.
   

  

 We are looking for committed professionals with a strong focus on safety, the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, technical curiosity, and adaptability.
   

  

**\#BuildWhatsNext**
 If you live in a city, chances are we will give you a lift or play a role in keeping you moving every day.
   

  

 Otis is the world’s leading elevator and escalator manufacturing, installation, and service company. We move 2\.4 billion people every day and maintain approximately 2\.4 million customer units worldwide, the industry's largest Service portfolio.
   

  

 You may recognize our products in some of the world’s most famous landmarks including the Eiffel Tower, Empire State Building, Burj Khalifa and the Petronas Twin Towers! We are 72,000 people strong, including engineers, digital technology experts, sales, and functional specialists, as well as factory and field technicians, all committed to meeting the diverse needs of our customers and passengers in more than 200 countries and territories worldwide. We are proud to be a diverse, global team with a proven legacy of innovation that continues to be the bedrock of a fast\-moving, high\-performance company.
   

  

 When you join Otis, you become part of an innovative global industry leader with a resilient business model. You’ll belong to a diverse, trusted, and caring community where your contributions, and the skills and capabilities you’ll gain working alongside the best and brightest, keep us connected and on the cutting edge.
   

  

 We provide opportunities, training, and resources, that build leadership and capabilities in Sales, Field, Engineering and Major Projects and our Employee Scholar Program is a notable point of pride, through which Otis sponsors colleagues to pursue degrees or certification programs.
   

  

 Today, our focus more than ever is on people. As a global, people\-powered company, we put people – passengers, customers, and colleagues – at the center of everything we do. We are guided by our values that we call our Three Absolutes – prioritizing Safety, Ethics, Quality in all that we do. If you would like to learn more about environmental, social and governance (ESG) at Otis click here.
   

  

 Become a part of the Otis team and help us \#Buildwhatsnext!
   

  

*Otis is An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other protected class according to applicable law. To request an accommodation in completing an employment application due to a special need or a disability, please contact us at careers@otis.com.*
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LIFT MECHANIC OTIS DURBAN

Opportunity Available Our Civil Construction Client is seeking a qualified and experienced Diesel Mechanic / Field Service Technician to join their team based in Strand, Western Cape. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining, diagnosing, repairing, and ensuring the operational readiness of all company plant, heavy equipment, fleet vehicles, trucks, and trailers. Salary: Between R12 000 - R15 000 per month depending on experience. Minimum Requirements: • Qualified Red Seal Me…

Diesel Mechanic / Field Service Technician - Civil Construction Industry - Strand, Western Cape

Closing Date 2026/07/13
   

  

 Reference Number RCL260629\-2
   

  

 Company RCL Foods
   

  

 Job Title Mechanic Assistant \- Durban (FTC)
   

  

 Functions Supply Chain
   

  

 Job Type Classification Permanent
   

  

 Location \- Town / City Durban
   

  

 Location \- Province KwaZulu\-Natal
   

  

 Location \- Country South Africa
   

  

**Job Description**
**RCL Foods** 
 is recruiting for a driven, highly energized, fleet focused
 **Mechanic Assistant (FTC)** 
 within the baking business unit.
   

  

 The suitable candidate will be required to carry out maintenance \& preventive service in accordance to the maintenance schedule plan and breakdowns and attend to afterhours breakdowns on local delivery fleet.
   

  

 This role will be based in
 **Durban** 
 and reporting to the Transport Manager.
   

  

**Minimum Requirements**
**Education and Qualification:**
* Matric
* Diesel Mechanic Qualification Advantageous


**Experience And Training**
* 2\-3 years’ experience in a FMCG workshop environment.
* Experience with FAW; Fuso; Hino and Nissan Trucks (Advantageous)


**Behavior Standards**
* Be brilliant at the basics
* Lead with integrity, respect and energy
* Take accountability for results and people


**Knowledge**
* Various makes of delivery vehicles


**Attributes**
* Initiative and assertive
* Tolerant of stress and pressure
* Proactive
* Attention to detail
* Deadline driven
* People orientated
* Results/Goal oriented


**Duties \& Responsibilities**
**Fleet Maintenance**
* Ensure workshop is clean and maintain housekeeping as per HSEMS requirement.
* Dispose waste in designated area as per HSEMS requirement
* Follow lead mechanic instruction.
* Assist lead mechanic when required.
* Carry out duties assigned by mechanic in efficient and safe manner
* Maintain proper handling of all equipment, especially mechanical and electronic gauges in order to avoid failures.
* Achieving the knowledge of Mechanic assistant (Technical and Safety).
* Carry out all work activities in a safe manner.
* Follow all company procedures and controls.


 Maintain good housekeeping at work site and accommodation on daily basis.

Mechanic Assistant - Durban (FTC)

Requirements / Qualifications: Trade qualification as a Diesel Auto Electrician Minimum 5 years experience in a similar role Valid Code 1014 drivers license with PrDP Proficient in English (read and write) Strong technical expertise and diagnostic skills Physically fit, detail-oriented, and accurate Confident, proactive, and able to anticipate workshop needs Excellent communication skills By submitting any Personal Information to MPRTC in any form you acknowledge that such conduct constitutes a…

AUTO ELECTRICIAN - COMMERCIAL VEHICLES (PINETOWN)

Company based in Phoenix Durban requires an experienced and QUALIFIED Diesel Mechanic

Candidate requirement's :

Qualified Diesel Mechanic with Previous workshop experience as well as traceable references required, 5\-10 \+ years experience working and repairing heavy, medium commercial vehicles, experience with forklifts/ yellow metal and hydraulics.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to actively seek solutions to problems.

Job Requirements:(include but not limited to)

Responsible to carry out inspections, perform repairs, calibrations and troubleshooting on any make of vehicles.

Electrical components analyse and rectify all type of faults, including engines, gear box's. Knowledge with all makes of vehicles essential.

Must have valid license, preferably Code 14\.

Must be of Sober habits.

Own vehicle.

Job Type: Full\-time (flexible working hours)

markgovender441@gmail.com

Job Type: Temp to perm  
Contract length: 3 months

Work Location: In person

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