JOB DESCRIPTION: The successful candidate will diagnose and repair equipment, including diesel and gas engines, transmissions, and hydraulic systems. Conduct disassembly for major repairs and perform routine maintenance, preventive tasks, and equipment testing. Knowledge of basic electrical diagnostics, such as light switches and fuses to be applied. Expertly analyses and diagnoses customer equipment problems and breakdowns in line with standard company policy and procedure as well as conducting repairs on industrial material handling equipment. Ensure operational compliance with manufacturers' standards and safety regulations aligned to SANS and DMR. Perform equipment inspections during maintenance services and reporting technical and safety concerns through established company procedures.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Red Seal Mechanical Trade Test Certificate.Divisional Specific qualification (advantageous).Strong communication skills - Internal and external customers.Computer Literacy.Product related mechanical experience.Divisional Specific qualification.RESPONSIBILITIES: Ensure the efficient and effective daily planning, completion of mechanical repairs and services: Complete repairs and maintenance tasks in a timely and efficient manner and minimize downtime of forklifts to ensure operational continuity. Adhere to all health and safety guidelines and PPE requirements.Ensure cleanliness and maintenance of the workplace: Maintain cleanliness in the workplace (field and company premises), organize tools and equipment, dispose of waste materials, such as used parts, fluids, and packaging inline with set policy and procedures. Regularly clean and remove debris to prevent slips, trips and falls, report unsafe acts. Ensure allocated company vehicle is always kept clean and tidy inline with Company vehicle policy.Ensure achievement of Sales Targets inline with Budget requirements: To ensure the successful achievement of monthly and annual targets by selling divisional products to customers and growing the market share on a continuous basis.Customer service: Ensure professional and effective customer service at all times, solution selling being productive inline with selling external hours.Ensure effective administration: Maintain accurate records of maintenance and repair activities. Provide clear and detailed reports on work performed and recommendations for further action.SKILLS: Decision-making.Leadership in the group.People Management.Customer Focus.Interpersonal Sensitivity (EQ).Conflict Management.Stress Management.Influencing Skills.Communication Skills.Presentation Skills.Writing and Reporting Skills.Innovative Skills.Strategic Skills.Planning and Organising.Entrepreneurial Skills.
