Diesel Mechanic Tempo Inteiro

The Unitrans is hiring a Diesel Mechanic.

Key Responsibilities

Servicing and Preventative Maintenance

• Service company vehicles, Cane Loders, Tractors and earth moving equipment in accordance with predefined service schedules and inspection checklists.
• Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance to identify potential mechanical issues before failure occurs.
• Ensure all servicing activities comply with manufacturer specifications and company standards.
• Maintain accurate service and maintenance records.

Breakdown Response and Repairs

• Attend to breakdowns and carry out fault finding, diagnostics, and repairs on dieselpowered vehicles and earth moving equipment.
• Perform mechanical repairs on engines, transmissions, braking systems, hydraulics, and auxiliary systems.
• Test equipment after repairs to ensure safe and reliable operation.
• Provide breakdown support during operational or peak production periods as required.

Health, Safety, and Compliance

• Apply occupational health and safety rules and regulations in all aspects of work.
• Ensure all mechanical work is performed safely, including isolation of systems and use of required PPE.
• Maintain vehicles and equipment in line with legal requirements and company policies (e.g. roadworthy standards, licensing, and statutory inspections).
• Report unsafe conditions, incidents, defects, or near misses promptly to the Supervisor.

Vehicle and Equipment Compliance

• Ensure company vehicles and equipment remain compliant with statutory regulations, roadworthiness requirements, and internal standards.
• Identify non-compliance risks and implement corrective actions where possible.
• Support audits, inspections, and statutory checks related to vehicle and equipment compliance.

Workshop Housekeeping

• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly working environment at all times.
• Ensure tools, equipment, and work areas are correctly stored and free of hazards.
• Contribute to safe working practices and good housekeeping within the workshop.

Reporting and Administration

• Complete job cards, service reports, and breakdown documentation accurately and timeously.
• Provide regular feedback and reports to management regarding services completed, breakdowns attended to, and outstanding repairs.
• Record parts used, labour time, and follow-up requirements in accordance with workshop procedures.

Ancillary and Support Duties

• Perform ancillary or related duties as reasonably required by management from time to time.
• Assist other artisans and technical staff with mechanical tasks where required.
• Support workshop objectives relating to safety, productivity, quality, and continuous improvement.

Job Advert Summary

• The Diesel Mechanic is responsible for servicing, diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing dieselpowered vehicles, Cane Loaders, Tractors and earth moving equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation. The role supports operational continuity by minimising downtime through effective preventative maintenance, prompt breakdown response, and strict adherence to health, safety, legal, and company requirements.

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

• Qualified Diesel Mechanic trade certification.
• Valid driver’s licence, Heavy Duty Drivers Licence (advantageous).

Experience

• Minimum of 3–5 years’ experience in diesel vehicle or earth moving equipment maintenance.
• Experience working on trucks, Cane Loaders, Trailers, Tractors, plant, or heavy equipment.
• Experience in Cane Haulage Operations.
• Experience in mentoring or acting as a Journeyman for an Apprentice Mechanic. (advantageous).

Knowledge and Skills

• Strong diesel engine and mechanical repair skills.
• Fault-finding and diagnostic capability.
• Knowledge of preventative maintenance systems and service schedules.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations in a mechanical environment.
• Basic computer literacy for job cards and maintenance systems.
• Good planning, problem-solving, and time management skills.

Competencies

• High level of attention to detail and quality.
• Accountability and reliability.
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Effective communication and teamwork.
• Strong commitment to safety and compliance.