Diesel Plant Fitter

Engineering, Trades
Mutare – Zimbabwe

 
Our client seeking a qualified and experienced Diesel Plant Fitter to join our vehicle workshop team in Mutare. The successful candidate will be responsible for inspecting, diagnosing, servicing, and repairing diesel-powered vehicles and heavy plant equipment to ensure optimal fleet availability and operational efficiency while adhering to established safety and quality standards. Applications are invited from suitable candidates who are willing to relocate to work in Mutare OR candidates who stays within Mutare.
 
Key Responsibilities
• Diagnose faults in diesel engines, vehicles, and heavy plant
   equipment using manual and computerized diagnostic tools.
• Inspect vehicles and equipment prior to service or maintenance
  work.
• Perform routine maintenance services including services on trucks
  and heavy plant equipment.
• Repair or replace worn, damaged, or defective mechanical
  components.
• Test and adjust mechanical systems and components to ensure
   optimal performance.
• Conduct test drives and performance checks after repairs or
   servicing.
• Monitor and maintain diagnostic machinery and workshop
  equipment to ensure proper calibration and operational efficiency.
• Complete job cards and maintain accurate maintenance records
  for all work carried out.
• Support and guide workshop assistants, apprentices, and semi-
   skilled mechanics where required.
• Ensure strict compliance with workshop Standard Operating
• Carry out housekeeping activities and maintain workshop
   cleanliness standards.
• Perform any other related duties as assigned by management.
 
Qualifications & Experience
• At least 5 O Levels including Mathematics and English.
• National Certificate in Diesel Plant Fitting or related discipline.
• Skilled Worker Class 1 certification.
• Apprentice trained in diesel plant fitting or heavy vehicle
  maintenance.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a mechanical workshop
  environment.
• Experience using computerized diagnostic equipment for diesel
  engines and heavy machinery.
 
A generous salary package will be offered to the successful candidate.
 
If you possess the required attributes and competencies, please attach your CV in Word format and send it to: cvs@oxfordrecruitment.co.zw