FIELD SERVICE HEAVY PLANT MECHANIC – Kanu Equipment Botswana Proprietary Limited

VACANCY

A reputable earthmoving equipment company, urgently seeks applications from eligible candidates for the position of Field Service Heavy Plant Mechanic

The successful Incumbent must have:-

•Certification in Mechanics (Petrol/Diesel)
•A minimum of 15 years continuous post certification practical experience in Mechanics (Petrol/Diesel)
•A minimum of 10 years proven track record on Bell and Liebherr Earthmoving Machines
•A minimum of 5 years Heavy Plant Field Service Mechanic on Bell, Liebherr, Manitou, John Deere & CAT Machines
•The ability to do complete engine rebuilds
It is imperative that the incumbent:-
•can plan, organize and control his workforce, to ensure that optimum efficiency is obtained
•can repair and maintain Heavy Plant Machinery in the Field and in the Workshop
•is also able assist in the office as a working Chargehand in order to ensure that everybody’s required paperwork is done as regards spares and warranty
•is able to coach all trainees in his/her department, so that all trainees acquire a similar level of skill as him/her
•is able to check all work done for operation, quality, company procedures cleanliness and safety
•is able to compile and present a comprehensive machine condition and assessment report for repair thereof
•is able to present a concise Spares Order List and continuously follow up spares status
•is willing to enforce and adhere to Company Health and Safety Practices at all times
•is willing to adhere to Company Policies and Stipulations
•has very strong fault finding abilities
•is responsible for performing full engine rebuilds

Furthermore, it is very important that the incumbent has the relevant engine rebuilding experience on OM Mercedes Benz, Deutz, ADE, John Deere, Liebherr, Cummins, Scania and Detroit Engines. Experience in Allison Transmissions, ZF Parts, Diagnostic Equipment and Software including Mini Diag, Serdia 2000, Cancom Programmer, Service Advisor and Pro-Link 9000 will be an added advantage.