Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Carrying out systematic checks on all trucks to avoid breakdowns and diagnose problems on trucks in order to avoid further deterioration;
• Conducting routine general check-ups on the trucks that include preventive maintenance such as, engine tune-ups, oil and coolant changes, tyre rotation and changes, wheel balancing, replacing filters and brake adjustments and any other necessary checks;
• Ensuring Trucks are maintained in good condition and are road worthy by repairing faulty parts and replacing them with the correct spares;
• Responsible for correcting failures
• Make sure that all the trucks are worked on in time to contribute to faster turnaround times and function properly to reduce breakdowns;
• Executes the replacement and work on gear boxes;
• Conduct mechanical check-ups on horse and trailer;
• Attending to Breakdowns and accidents when called upon at any time;
• Accurately open and complete Job Cards to ensure that all records of the trucks serviced are completely and correctly filled in and kept for record purposes;
• Maintaining vehicle records by recording service and repairs;
• Ensuring the correct use and maintenance and return of Workshop equipment and tools;
• Fully adhering and strictly complying with all HSE Manuals, Guidelines and Memos;

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Good communication skills;
• Empathy and ability to work in a team;
• Good judgment and strong profit orientation;
• Hard worker, with high levels of energy and self-motivation;
• Results orientated and good time management skills;
• Planning and Organization Skills;
• Decision making skills;
• Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, co-workers, Managers and external 3rd parties;
• Conflict management ability;
• Pro-active management style with initiative and assertiveness
• Good judgment and ability to lead by example by demonstrating high ethical and moral behaviour whilst ensuring compliance with the Health, Safety, Environmental & Security and Anti-Bribery and Anti-Corruption policies for yourself and any of your direct reports;
• Show high levels of skills and interest in developing direct reports;
• Available to pursue personal development of skills and knowledge

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Grade 12/ Matric

Qualified Diesel Mechanic xe2x80x93 Red seal

• Minimum 8 yearsxe2x80x99 experience, preferably in the Transport Sector
• Others: English xe2x80x93 Full Command of the English language, both written and spoken
• Time availabilityEmail admin2@smartplacements.co.za or upload your CV.

Create a User with photo Upload your CV with photo CVxe2x80x99S and Users created without a photo will be deleted. Salary offered : R25,000 according to experience Job Type: Full-time Salary: From R20,000.00 per month Education:

• Diploma (Preferred)

Experience:

• Red Seal: 10 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Code 10 (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Johannesburg, Gauteng (Required)