Job Description

Job Title: Artisan: Heavy Equipment Mechanic (Remanufacturing)

Company: Komatsu South Africa

Department: SA Reman

Location: H.O. Reman

Reference Number: 5184

INTRODUCTION:

Komatsu is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanic Artisan to join their dynamic team at their Reman Centre in Germiston. The preferred candidate should have at least 5 years post trade experience on heavy earthmoving equipment and experience stripping and building engines and transmissions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Trade Certificate: Heavy Earthmoving Mechanic.
• Grade 12/ N3 Technical Certificate.
• Qualified Diesel Mechanic/ Millwright with suitable experience will be considered.

EXPERIENCE:

• 5 years post trade on earth moving equipment/ components.

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:

• 5 years experience working on earthmoving machinery
• Experience with remanufacturing of components (essential)
• Experience stripping and building engines and transmissions (essential)
• Computer literate
• Knowledge of failure modes, mechanics, hydraulics, electrical, engineering/ salvaging
• Have good troubleshooting knowledge of machines & familiar with standard tool requirements
• Good understanding of maintenance philosophy
• Valid driver's license

Job Specification:

• Carrying out proper Komatsu product diagnostics, repairs, services, and oil analysis.
• Complete service reports.
• Carry out inspections on customer machines.
• Conducting daily weekly/ quarterly/ annual Inspections
• Machine Repairs: Field and workshop
• Maintain Company service vehicle in good condition and carry out repairs to an acceptable standard.
• The successful incumbent will work overtime and standby and must be prepared to travel to other areas when needed.
• Plans for service of equipment (new and used in stock), about dates, workshops, the nomination of service, stock, and other resources
• Provides feedback about continuous improvement/suggestions to foreman/manager
• Plans troubleshooting process of equipment (new and used in stock)

Recruitment and selection processes are managed according to Komatsu's B-BBEE policies

Internal applicants receive preference

Candidates will be expected to pass a relevant medical examination, and agree to verification checks

Only online applications will be considered

It is the responsibility of the employee to inform their line manager about their application for another position

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