Diesel Tech
Listed on 2026-10-16
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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 Town's 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 driver's 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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