Diesel / Electrical Technician

DIESEL & ELECTRICAL TECHNICIANAtlas Plant Hire – East London

Atlas Plant Hire is looking for an experienced and qualified Diesel & Electrical Technician to join our growing East London branch.

This is a hands-on, dual-function technical role suited to someone with strong diesel/mechanical and electrical experience, who can confidently diagnose faults, carry out repairs and keep our equipment operating reliably.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Service, maintain and repair generators, compressors, pumps and support vehicles.
• Perform fault-finding, diagnostics and breakdown recovery, including rotational standby and after-hours support.
• Carry out major mechanical repairs, including engine overhauls, cylinder head work, fuel and cooling systems.
• Diagnose and repair hydraulic, pneumatic and 12V/24V auto-electrical systems.
• Perform electrical fault-finding and repairs on generators, including control panels, ATS, synchronising systems and controllers.
• Conduct generator testing, load testing, commissioning and pre/post equipment inspections.
• Complete accurate job cards, QC and incident reports, parts requests and assist with stock control.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards and ensure all work complies with SHEQ and ISO requirements.
• Provide technical support to the workshop, field service team and customers.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Millwright Trade Qualification – Essential.
• Minimum 5 years' relevant technical experience, preferably in heavy plant, generators or field service.
• Proven experience working on heavy-duty diesel engines.
• Diesel Mechanic Trade Test – Advantageous.
• Strong diesel/mechanical and electrical fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Experience with generators, compressors, pumps, hydraulics, pneumatics and basic auto-electrical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical diagrams and technical documentation.
• Valid Code 10 driver's licence.
• Strong safety awareness, reliability, communication skills and a customer-focused approach.
• Willingness to work after hours, participate in rotational standby and travel nationally when required.
• Clear criminal record.

JOIN THE ATLAS TEAM

This is an opportunity to join a fast-growing East London operation and play an important role in supporting our continued growth and customer service.

If you're technically strong, hands-on and looking for an opportunity where your skills will make a real difference, we'd like to hear from you.

Apply to: hr@atlasplanthire.co.za
Closing date: 4 September 2026

Applications must consist of a complrehensive CV and qualifications.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, should you not hear from us within 2 weeks of application, please consider your application unsuccessfull.

The company reserves the right to close this vacancy at any time, whether the role has been filled or not.

Pay: From R20 000,00 per month

Work Location: In person