Forklift Diesel Mechanic

• As a Forklift Diesel Mechanic, your key responsibility will be the overall maintenance and repairs of earthmoving equipment. To maintain acceptable efficiency standards of Plant and Machinery. The successful candidate should be physically and mentally fit and have a solid knowledge of basic mechanic’s tools, service and diagnostic equipment.

Key Tasks 

• Ability to operate any other related power equipment. 
• Operate and inspect machines or heavy equipment to diagnose defects  
• Clean, lubricate, and perform other routine maintenance work on equipment and vehicles  
• Overhaul and test machines or equipment to ensure operating efficiency  
• Dismantle and reassemble heavy equipment using hoists and hand tools  
• Repair and replace damaged or worn parts
• Repair, rewire, and troubleshoot electrical systems  
• Read and understand operating manuals, troubleshooting guides and wiring schematics  
• Examine parts for damage or excessive wear  
• Weld or solder broken parts and structural members, using electric or gas welders and soldering tools  
• Adjust, maintain, and repair or replace sub-assemblies, such as transmissions and engines 
• Test mechanical  products and equipment after repair or assembly  to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturers' specifications  
• Diagnose faults or malfunctions to determine required repairs, using diagnostic equipment such as computerized   test equipment and calibration devices
• Assemble gear systems and align frames and gears.  
• Research, order, and maintain parts inventory for services and repairs.  
• Adjust and maintain machinery, using control and regulating  devices.  
• Schedule maintenance for industrial machines and equipment and keep equipment service records.

 Health & Safety: 

•  Compliance with all EH & S guidelines and procedures. 

Other:

• Perform any other related duties in the interest of CEMZA as instructed.  
• Work according to Integrated (Environmental and Quality) Management system requirements. 
• Work according to Instructions / Procedures as pertaining to his/her operation function as assigned and abide by all legal (laws/by-laws) requirements / Company Policies and Practices
• Meet or exceed all relevant KPI’s and Department objectives
• Advanced practical knowledge processes and safety 
• Advanced problem-solving skills.

Qualifications & Experiences:

• Qualified Diesel Mechanic (relevant trade certification) 
• Hydraulic and basic electrical fault-finding experience (advantageous) 
• Minimum 3 years in maintenance environment

Key Competencies: 

• Communicate Effectively 
• Drive Innovation 
• Drive Sustainable Solutions