Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic
2026-01-23T16:26:18+00:00
Bantu Recruitment Agency
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FULL_TIME
Western Australia, Australia
Lusaka
10101
Zambia
Professional Services
Installation, Maintenance & Repair, Energy & Mining
2026-01-27T17:00:00+00:00
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Our Client is looking for Underground Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanics to work mostly on Mining Operations.
Job Purpose:
To inspect, maintain, diagnose, and repair heavy-duty diesel-powered machinery and equipment used in underground operations, ensuring optimal performance, safety, and minimal downtime.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform routine servicing, maintenance, and repairs on underground heavy-duty diesel equipment (e.g. loaders, dump trucks, drilling rigs, bolters, compressors).
- Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical faults using diagnostic tools and manuals.
- Repair and overhaul engines, transmissions, braking systems, steering, and suspension components.
- Maintain and repair hydraulic systems including pumps, valves, hoses, and cylinders.
- Conduct preventative maintenance inspections in accordance with maintenance schedules.
- Ensure compliance with underground safety, health, and environmental regulations.
- Complete job cards, maintenance reports, and service records accurately.
- Respond to equipment breakdowns in underground environments in a timely manner.
- Work closely with operations teams to reduce equipment downtime.
- Ensure proper use and care of tools, equipment, and workshop facilities.
- Identify potential equipment failures and recommend corrective actions.
- Assist in commissioning new or rebuilt equipment when required.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Full Grade Twelve (Grade 12) Certificate.
- Trade Certificate in Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanics or equivalent.
- Minimum of 6 years’ experience working on heavy-duty diesel equipment, preferably underground.
- Experience in mining or underground operations is a strong advantage.
- Knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, and basic auto-electrical systems(indicate machines worked on).
- Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and schematics.
Skills & Competencies:
- Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
- High level of safety awareness, especially in confined and underground environments.
- Ability to work under pressure and in physically demanding conditions.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Willingness to work shifts, weekends, and on-call rotations.
- Physically fit and medically fit for underground work.
Safety & Working Conditions:
- Work is performed underground in confined, dusty, noisy, and low-light environments.
- Must comply with all mine safety procedures, including use of PPE.
- May be required to work extended hours or emergency call-outs.
Desirable (Added Advantage):
- Underground induction and valid mine safety certifications.
- Experience with specific underground mining equipment brands.
- Basic computer skills for maintenance reporting systems.
* Perform routine servicing, maintenance, and repairs on underground heavy-duty diesel equipment (e.g. loaders, dump trucks, drilling rigs, bolters, compressors). * Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical faults using diagnostic tools and manuals. * Repair and overhaul engines, transmissions, braking systems, steering, and suspension components. * Maintain and repair hydraulic systems including pumps, valves, hoses, and cylinders. * Conduct preventative maintenance inspections in accordance with maintenance schedules. * Ensure compliance with underground safety, health, and environmental regulations. * Complete job cards, maintenance reports, and service records accurately. * Respond to equipment breakdowns in underground environments in a timely manner. * Work closely with operations teams to reduce equipment downtime. * Ensure proper use and care of tools, equipment, and workshop facilities. * Identify potential equipment failures and recommend corrective actions. * Assist in commissioning new or rebuilt equipment when required.
* Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills. * High level of safety awareness, especially in confined and underground environments. * Ability to work under pressure and in physically demanding conditions. * Good communication and teamwork skills. * Willingness to work shifts, weekends, and on-call rotations. * Physically fit and medically fit for underground work.
* Full Grade Twelve (Grade 12) Certificate. * Trade Certificate in Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanics or equivalent. * Minimum of 6 years’ experience working on heavy-duty diesel equipment, preferably underground. * Experience in mining or underground operations is a strong advantage. * Knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, and basic auto-electrical systems(indicate machines worked on). * Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and schematics.
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Vacancy title:
Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Professional Services, Category: Installation, Maintenance & Repair, Energy & Mining]
Jobs at:
Bantu Recruitment Agency
Deadline of this Job:
Tuesday, January 27 2026
Duty Station:
Western Australia, Australia | Lusaka
Summary
Date Posted: Friday, January 23 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
Our Client is looking for Underground Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanics to work mostly on Mining Operations.
Job Purpose:
To inspect, maintain, diagnose, and repair heavy-duty diesel-powered machinery and equipment used in underground operations, ensuring optimal performance, safety, and minimal downtime.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform routine servicing, maintenance, and repairs on underground heavy-duty diesel equipment (e.g. loaders, dump trucks, drilling rigs, bolters, compressors).
- Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical faults using diagnostic tools and manuals.
- Repair and overhaul engines, transmissions, braking systems, steering, and suspension components.
- Maintain and repair hydraulic systems including pumps, valves, hoses, and cylinders.
- Conduct preventative maintenance inspections in accordance with maintenance schedules.
- Ensure compliance with underground safety, health, and environmental regulations.
- Complete job cards, maintenance reports, and service records accurately.
- Respond to equipment breakdowns in underground environments in a timely manner.
- Work closely with operations teams to reduce equipment downtime.
- Ensure proper use and care of tools, equipment, and workshop facilities.
- Identify potential equipment failures and recommend corrective actions.
- Assist in commissioning new or rebuilt equipment when required.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Full Grade Twelve (Grade 12) Certificate.
- Trade Certificate in Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanics or equivalent.
- Minimum of 6 years’ experience working on heavy-duty diesel equipment, preferably underground.
- Experience in mining or underground operations is a strong advantage.
- Knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, and basic auto-electrical systems(indicate machines worked on).
- Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and schematics.
Skills & Competencies:
- Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
- High level of safety awareness, especially in confined and underground environments.
- Ability to work under pressure and in physically demanding conditions.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Willingness to work shifts, weekends, and on-call rotations.
- Physically fit and medically fit for underground work.
Safety & Working Conditions:
- Work is performed underground in confined, dusty, noisy, and low-light environments.
- Must comply with all mine safety procedures, including use of PPE.
- May be required to work extended hours or emergency call-outs.
Desirable (Added Advantage):
- Underground induction and valid mine safety certifications.
- Experience with specific underground mining equipment brands.
- Basic computer skills for maintenance reporting systems.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 12
Level of Education: professional certificate
Job application procedure
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If you qualify, send clearly indicating the position of UNDER-GROUND HEAVY DUTY DIESEL MECHANIC in the subject field. Attach your CV(IN WORD FORMAT) and copies of your Grade 12 Certificate, Craft Certificate and any other relevant qualifications
closing date: 27th January, 2026.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.
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