Diesel Technician

The main purpose of the job is to produce the required labor hours through maintenance and repair work, in accordance with the Company quality and efficiency standards.

Reporting: This position reports to the Team Leader.

Job Objectives:

• Fault-finding and diagnosis on Volvo Products by interpreting product “under performance” and/or failure.
• Interpret and implement information in Volvo Manual and Service Literature.
• By following directives provided in Workshop Manuals, produce work of Volvo acceptable standards.
• Follow repair, maintenance instructions and specifications as per the manual.
• Ensure excellence in customer service delivery through meticulously following procedures/processes.
• Provide comprehensive and accurate reports on diagnosis, assessment of component/part, failures, observations, actions and recommendations.
• Follow procedures for breakdown work:
  • Liaise with driver before responding to customer breakdowns;
  • Ensure the correct documentation is in place and accurately completed before submission.
• Compliance to ISO 9001 and other Safety standards.

Qualification & Job Experience:

• Matric / N3.
• Trade Test Certificate - Qualified Diesel Mechanic.
• 3 years Dealership experience in maintenance and repairs of heavy commercial vehicles.
• Must be in possession of a Code 14 driving license or a Code 10 driving license with a valid PDP.

Key Competencies:

• Ability to read all relevant measuring equipment.
• Knowledge/skills to effect correct repair work.
• Ability to interpret technical manuals and specifications and put into practice.
• Must be able to speak, read and write in English.
• Computer literacy.

Short listed candidates must complete and sign personal verification permission, consent and indemnity declarations, to inter alia perform reference, criminal, credit, qualification, vetting process (if applicable to position) and any other checks deemed necessary.

Volvo Group Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd is an affirmative action, equal employment opportunity employer. We encourage people with disability to apply.