Afrirent Auto is looking for a Diesel Mechanic to diagnose, service and repair diesel powered vehicles and machines such as trucks and trailers in Afrirent’s Auto fleet. This involves the provision of high-quality maintenance of vehicles to minimise downtime and / or reduce accident risks thereby enabling Afrirent to fulfil its contractual obligations to its clients and meet stakeholder expectations. The role also ensures compliance to general housekeeping and occupational health and safety (OHS) in the workshop
Detailed Description
- Conducts fault finding and investigations to diagnose repairs and maintenance requirements on fleet vehicles
- Analyses causes of faults, requests quotes and submits for pre-approval
- Services and repairs vehicles accurately and with the highest levels of quality
- Responds to breakdowns and carries out onsite repairs when necessary
- Implements safety standard operating procedures at all times to minimise the risk of further incidents / accidents
- Attends to certificate of fitness (COF) defects on vehicles
- Conducts brake tests on completion of all brake overhauls
- Conducts strict inspection checklist procedures and maintains accurate paperwork and documentation
- Identifies and makes proactive recommendations for preventative maintenance of vehicles to prevent major breakdowns of vehicles
- Maintains optimum stock levels of parts, tools and equipment
- Escalates complex / unresolved repairs to the Workshop Manager
- Implements effective and hygienic housekeeping activities at all timesMonitors and implements adherence to all safety, health, environment and quality (SHEQ) policies, procedures and requirements in the workshops
- Implements consistent safety protocols and procedures
