Job Title: Diesel Mechanic

About the Role:

They are seeking a skilled Diesel Mechanic to join the team of a well-established company that has grown to be a national supplier in South Africa and neighboring states. Founded in 2003, the company specializes in agricultural lime and gypsum and has expanded its activities to a variety of lime-related products for various industries. The role involves carrying out scheduled, preventative, and breakdown maintenance on a wide range of diesel-powered equipment. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring equipment reliability and availability through technical expertise and hands-on maintenance, contributing to operational excellence

Key Responsibilities:

• Equipment Maintenance: Perform scheduled, preventative, and breakdown maintenance on diesel-powered equipment.
• Fault Diagnosis and Repair: Diagnose and repair faults on heavy-duty vehicles, mobile plants, and industrial machinery.
• Continuous Improvement: Apply technical knowledge to drive continuous improvement and ensure maximum uptime of equipment.
• Component Management: Conduct inspections, adjustments, and component replacements as needed.
• Safety and Environment: Adhere to all Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) practices and standards.

Requirements:

• Qualified Diesel Mechanic (Red Seal Trade Test).
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Diesel Mechanic (preferred).
• Code B driver’s license with own reliable transport.
• Strong knowledge of diesel-powered mining and earthmoving equipment.
• Ability to work independently and solve mechanical problems effectively.
• Sound understanding of HSE standards and safe work practices.

Job Title: Diesel Mechanic

About the Role:

They are a leading medium-size Civil Engineering company in South Africa with over 35 years of expertise in the sector. They deliver construction projects to both the Public and Private Sectors. Their extensive project experience includes freeway construction, roadworks (upgrading gravel to surfaced roads), BRT network construction (such as the ReaVaya and A Re Yeng networks), township infrastructure development, and surface infrastructure projects in the mining industry.

The company operates an up-to-date, well-maintained Plant Department, and they are seeking a dedicated Mechanic to join their team. The primary purpose of this role is to ensure all plant equipment is repaired and maintained as required, contributing directly to their focus on quality work and ethical business principles.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preventative and Corrective Maintenance Performing necessary machine maintenance and repairs to keep equipment functional.
• Diagnostics & Repair Conducting fault finding and troubleshooting procedures on complex machinery.
• Component Overhaul Repairing, stripping, and assembling various machine components.
• Machine Rebuilding Executing full rebuilding procedures for machinery when required.
• Hydraulic System Management Handling repair and maintenance tasks specific to hydraulic systems.
• Electrical System Troubleshooting Performing electrical diagnostics and maintenance on vehicle electrical systems (e.g., fuel injection and engine timing).
• Routine Servicing Completing daily checks and service activities, including routine maintenance like changing oil and checking batteries.
• Braking and Steering System Checks Inspecting and maintaining both the brake system and the steering systems for safety and performance.
• Vehicle Handling Safely raising vehicles using jacks and two-post car hoists.
• Performance Testing Conducting test drives of repaired vehicles to ensure functionality.
• Inventory Management Identifying required spares and ordering them strictly according to established department procedure.
• Safety and Workshop Standards Performing essential housekeeping duties and executing required risk assessments.
• Reporting and Documentation Compiling detailed inspection and failure reports, daily timesheets, and maintaining comprehensive records of each repaired vehicle.
• Team Mentorship Contributing to the ongoing training and development of subordinates within the Plant Department.
• Location: Various Sites (Including Gauteng, Mpumalanga, Free State, North West, and Limpopo Provinces)

Education & Qualifications:

• Trade Certificate Diesel Mechanic
• Valid Driver’s licence
• Valid Medical certificate

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a relevant field.
• Demonstrated knowledge in electrical diagnostics and hydraulics.
• Ability to develop, modify, construct, and install related equipment repaired for the safety operation of all engineering equipment.
• Possession of good communication skills and good interpersonal skills.
• Must be a good driver.

Job Title: Assistant Orchard Manager

About the Role

They are an established agricultural enterprise with diverse operations across several production units, celebrating their centenary in 2019 as a family business. Their operations include citrus, pecan nut production, and grain production in both the Highveld and Northern Cape regions. They are committed to social development, with a long history of community involvement, aiming to remain a "blessing to their people, community and country."

This operation includes approximately 1,300 hectares of citrus orchards located in the Groblersdal/Marble Hall area (Moosrivier). The citrus produced is primarily cultivated for international export markets.

They offer an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Orchard Manager to play a key role in the day-to-day management of production activities. This dynamic position involves assisting in the daily management of production activities under the guidance of a skilled Orchard Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Production Management Oversight Leading and coordinating crucial seasonal tasks, including harvesting, summer pruning, and fruit set/harvest manipulations.
• Program Implementation Implementing essential agricultural schedules, such as fertilisation, irrigation, and spraying programmes.
• Workforce Leadership Coordinating and managing both contractors and the seasonal workforce required for operations.
• Quality Analysis & Reporting Analysing feedback related to quality and reporting on any observed operational irregularities.
• Administrative Support Assisting the Orchard Manager in maintaining required reports and compiling operational budgets.
• Fleet Maintenance Scheduling Scheduling routine maintenance for the operational fleet vehicles.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Diploma/Any Trade from Sol-Tech, or currently studying towards such a qualification.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in an environment where teamwork and productivity are essential, preferably within agriculture.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Valid driver's licence.
• Fluent in Afrikaans and English; proficiency in Sepedi will be advantageous.

Personal Attributes

We are seeking a candidate who demonstrates the necessary technical knowledge, combined with natural leadership and a passion for agriculture.

What We Offer

• Competitive benefits package
• Work accommodation is provided.
• A work vehicle is provided