Operations

Qualified Diesel Mechanic

Jobs 4 All·Cape Town, Western Cape, south-africa·FULL_TIME
Operationsentry-levelFULL_TIME
-Closes 13 Dec 2026

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Qualified Diesel Mechanic - Trade Test Certificate essential. Minimum 5 years' post-trade experience maintaining construction and earthmoving equipment. Hands-on experience with JCB TLBs, CAT machinery, Toyota trucks and mobile cranes. Strong diesel engine, hydraulic, electrical, transmission and drivetrain fault-finding skills. Experience with preventative maintenance, breakdown repairs and workshop operations. Ability to work independently and minimise equipment downtime. Maintenance recordkeeping and spare parts procurement experience. Valid driver's licence - Code EC advantageous. Must reside in Blackheath or surrounding Cape Town areas. IMPORTANT: Direct experience maintaining heavy construction plant and earthmoving machinery is essential. Candidates with only light motor vehicle experience will not be considered. HOW TO APPLY: Send your updated CV and Trade Test Certificate to: Email Subject: Qualified Diesel Mechanic - Blackheath Know a skilled Diesel Mechanic looking for a new opportunity? Tag them or share this vacancy! #Jobs4All #Hiring #DieselMechanic #QualifiedDieselMechanic #EarthmovingEquipment #PlantHire #HeavyEquipment #ConstructionJobs #CapeTownJobs #Blackheath #WesternCapeJobs

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Jobs 4 All

Location

Cape Town, Western Cape, south-africa

Employment

FULL_TIME

Experience

entry-level

Valid until

December 13, 2026

Created

November 13, 2026

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