TRAFFIC
Western Cape
Diesel Mechanic (Civil Construction Equipment) Hire Resolve
InsidEntity
Job Description
Hire Resolve's client, a civil construction company based in Cape Town, is looking to hire a Diesel Mechanic to join their team.
Responsibilities- Inspect and Diagnose Equipment: Use diagnostic tools and manuals to identify mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic faults.
- Repair and Maintain Machinery: Perform repairs on engines, transmissions, braking systems, hydraulics, and electrical components.
- Routine Servicing: Carry out scheduled maintenance including oil changes, filter replacements, greasing, and inspections.
- Overhaul Components: Dismantle, assess, and rebuild engines, gearboxes, differentials, and hydraulic pumps as needed.
- Troubleshoot Faults in the Field: Respond to breakdowns on construction sites and carry out urgent repairs to minimize downtime.
- Operate Tools and Equipment: Use hoists, hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic devices safely and efficiently.
- Keep Maintenance Records: Document all work performed, parts used, and time taken using logbooks or software systems.
- Follow Safety Protocols: Comply with OHSA standards and company safety procedures when working on-site or in the workshop.
About This Role
Career insights for Mechanical Engineers positions
Salary Benchmark
R55,561/month
R41,339 to
R72,024/month
Source: WageIndicator ZAR data
Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.
Key Skills for This Role
Active Listening
Critical Thinking
Reading Comprehension
Complex Problem Solving
Judgment and Decision Making
Common Technologies
Simcenter Nastran
Minitab Statistical Software
ReliaSoft Weibull++
Blink (Chrome Engine)
AutoCAD Civil 3D
Revit
MicroStation
Visual Basic .NET
Mechanical Engineers Insights
Median Salary (ZAR)
R55,561/month
Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.