Mechanic Assistant - Empangeni

Company

RCL Foods

Functions

Supply Chain

Job Type Classification

Permanent

Location - Town / City

Empangeni

Job Description

RCL Foods is recruiting for a driven, highly energized, fleet focused Mechanic Assistant within the baking business unit. The suitable candidate will be required to carry out maintenance & preventive service in accordance to the maintenance schedule plan and breakdowns and attend to afterhours breakdowns on local delivery fleet. This role will be based in Empangeni and reporting to the Transport Manager.

Minimum Requirements

• Education and Qualification: Matric Diesel Mechanic Qualification Advantageous
• Experience and Training: 2-3 years’ experience in a FMCG workshop environment.
• Experience with FAW; Fuso; Hino and Nissan Trucks (Advantageous)
• Behavior Standards Be brilliant at the basics Lead with integrity, respect and energy Take accountability for results and people Knowledge Various makes of delivery vehicles Attributes Initiative and assertive Tolerant of stress and pressure Proactive Attention to detail Deadline driven People orientated Results/Goal oriented

Duties & Responsibilities

• Fleet Maintenance Ensure workshop is clean and maintain housekeeping as per HSEMS requirement.
• Dispose waste in designated area as per HSEMS requirement Follow lead mechanic instruction.
• Assist lead mechanic when required.
• Carry out duties assigned by mechanic in efficient and safe manner Maintain proper handling of all equipment, especially mechanical and electronic gauges in order to avoid failures.
• Achieving the knowledge of Mechanic assistant (Technical and Safety).
• Carry out all work activities in a safe manner.
• Follow all company procedures and controls.
• Maintain good housekeeping at work site and accommodation on daily basis.