Applicants should have a “hands on” approach and be prepared to be involved in all aspects of the business.

REQUIREMENTS

Valid Class B driver’s license.

A valid Heavy Duty Vehicle Driver’s license will be advantageous.

Minimum three (3) years of working experience.

Independent discretion and judgement related to diagnostic procedures on all trucks, trailers and / or equipment.

Advance knowledge of all vehicle components to record and manage all critical aspects concerning your primary focus area.

Knowledge of Shacman trucks and all trailers.

Knowledge of engines, different gearboxes and diesel systems.

Basic knowledge of truck and trailers electrical systems, hydraulics, suspensions, air brakes and servicing.

Basic knowledge of tractors, TLBs, forklifts and excavators.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

include but are not limited to:

Quality mechanical preventative maintenance and repair on fleet assets and / or equipment.

Provide technical assistance to workshop technicians, technical trainees and / or apprentices and liaise with management and co-personnel.

Final check and test driving on all trucks, trailers, and equipment before release.

Attending to breakdowns and callouts.

Report daily to management on complex issues that will substantially alter the outcome of timeframes and conflicts arising in the course of duties and matters and in general on any aspect which may have a bearing on the projected operations and expenditures.

Ad-hoc projects to meet changing priorities and deadlines.

Strict compliance with the Company’s policies, procedures and standards regarding Health & Safety, housekeeping, training & development to facilitate mentoring and coaching of apprentices.

HENRED FRUEHAUF AFRICA

• Quality mechanical preventative maintenance and repair on fleet assets and / or equipment.
• Provide technical assistance to workshop technicians, technical trainees and / or apprentices and liaise with management and co-personnel.
• Final check and test driving on all trucks, trailers, and equipment before release.
• Attending to breakdowns and callouts.
• Report daily to management on complex issues that will substantially alter the outcome of timeframes and conflicts arising in the course of duties and matters and in general on any aspect which may have a bearing on the projected operations and expenditures.
• Ad-hoc projects to meet changing priorities and deadlines.
• Strict compliance with the Company’s policies, procedures and standards regarding Health & Safety, housekeeping, training & development to facilitate mentoring and coaching of apprentices.

• Valid Class B driver’s license
• Valid Heavy Duty Vehicle Driver’s license
• Independent discretion and judgement related to diagnostic procedures on all trucks, trailers and / or equipment
• Advance knowledge of all vehicle components
• Knowledge of Shacman trucks and all trailers
• Knowledge of engines, different gearboxes and diesel systems
• Basic knowledge of truck and trailers electrical systems, hydraulics, suspensions, air brakes and servicing
• Basic knowledge of tractors, TLBs, forklifts and excavators

• Minimum three (3) years of working experience