Truck Mechanic

Platinum Outsourcing& Logistics (EA) limited wishes to notify any interested person with relevant skills and abilities to serve in the aforementioned post to tender in his/her application in accordance with job description and requirements below:

Duties & Responsibilities

• Carry out routine servicing, inspection, and maintenance of trucks and heavy commercial vehicles.

• Diagnose and repair faults in engines, gearboxes, clutches, differentials, and braking systems.

• Maintain and repair suspension systems, steering systems, axles, and hydraulic components.

• Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance to minimize vehicle breakdowns and operational downtime.

• Inspect vehicles, identify defective components, and recommend necessary repairs and replacement of spare parts.

• Repair and maintain truck electrical systems, including starting and charging systems.

• Maintain accurate records of repairs, servicing, and maintenance activities.

• Ensure all repairs comply with safety standards and manufacturer specifications.

Qualifications.

• Certificate or Diploma in Automotive Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or an equivalent relevant qualification.

• Proven practical experience in truck and heavy commercial vehicle maintenance and repair.

• Knowledge of diesel engines, transmission systems, air brakes, suspension systems, and heavy-duty vehicle diagnostics.

• Experience with truck brands such as Faw, Sinotruk, Mercedes-Benz, Volvo, Scania, or similar heavy commercial vehicles will be an added advantage.

• Ability to diagnose mechanical faults and carry out repairs with minimal supervision.

• Strong troubleshooting skills, discipline.

• Conduct equipment inspections and recommend necessary repairs and spare parts.

• Maintain accurate records of maintenance, repairs, and equipment performance.

• Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety requirements and proper use of workshop tools and equipment.