Diesel Tech
Listed on 2026-10-05
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Diesel Mechanic, Heavy Equipment Mechanic, Automotive Technician
DIESEL TECHNICIAN COMMERCIAL FLEET
Location:
Northern Suburbs, Cape Town, Western Cape
Salary: R30,000 R45,000 Basic Salary per Month
Market Related | Negotiable | Overtime Available
A well-established transport and fleet operation in Cape Towns Northern Suburbs is seeking an experienced Diesel Technician / Qualified Diesel Mechanic to join their workshop team.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the diagnostics, servicing, maintenance and mechanical repairs of a commercial vehicle fleet, ensuring vehicles remain roadworthy, reliable and operational.
Minimum Requirements- Completed Diesel Mechanic Trade Test
- Technical / Mechanical Schooling or equivalent technical qualification
- Minimum 8 years hands-on experience working on commercial trucks
- Strong diagnostic and fault-finding ability
- Proven experience with heavy-duty diesel engines and commercial vehicle drive trains
Good working knowledge of:
- MAN Trucks / Volvo Trucks / Mercedes-Benz Commercial Vehicles
- Experience with preventative maintenance and scheduled fleet servicing
- Ability to diagnose mechanical, electrical and electronic faults
- Strong knowledge of diesel fuel systems, cooling systems, braking systems and driveline components
- Ability to work independently and accurately under workshop and fleet deadlines
- Valid drivers licence would be advantageous
- Carry out routine servicing and preventative maintenance on commercial vehicles
- Diagnose and repair diesel engine faults and mechanical failures
- Perform fault-finding on engine, transmission, clutch, braking and suspension systems
- Conduct inspections and identify potential mechanical problems before breakdowns occur
- Carry out repairs to ensure vehicles meet roadworthiness and operational requirements
- Use diagnostic equipment and technical information to identify faults
- Perform major and minor mechanical repairs as required
- Maintain accurate service and repair records
- Assist with breakdown and fleet-related repairs when required
- Ensure all work is completed to a high technical and safety standard
R30,000 R45,000 Basic Salary per month, depending on qualifications and relevant commercial vehicle experience.
Overtime is available and remunerated accordingly.
Salary is negotiable based on experience and technical capability.
Location:
Northern Suburbs, Cape Town
If you are a qualified Diesel Technician with strong commercial truck experience and solid MAN, Volvo and Mercedes-Benz knowledge, this is an opportunity to join an established transport fleet and work in a hands-on technical environment.
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