Job Description
F77 Botswana 286G
Job Title: Diesel Mechanic – Yellow Metal (Heavy Equipment)
Position: Diesel Mechanic – Yellow Metal (Komatsu & Volvo Equipment)
Location: Botswana – Various Operational Sites (Relocation or Remote Site Work May Be Required)
Employer: Confidential (through Freedom 77 Recruitment)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Mining / Quarrying / Heavy Equipment & Earthmoving Machinery Maintenance
Salary Guide: N/A
Positions Available: 1
Important Note: Please ensure your CV is not scanned. Only Microsoft Word documents or original PDF versions will be accepted.
Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced Diesel Mechanic specialising in Yellow Metal equipment to undertake mechanical maintenance, servicing, troubleshooting, and repairs on heavy-duty earthmoving and construction machinery.
The successful candidate must possess demonstrated technical experience working with Komatsu and Volvo heavy equipment, including the ability to diagnose complex mechanical faults, carry out effective repairs, and maintain equipment reliability in demanding operational environments.
This role requires a skilled and dependable individual who can work independently, respond effectively to equipment breakdowns, and contribute to maintaining high machinery availability and operational efficiency.
Candidates must be willing to relocate or work at remote operational sites when required.
Key Responsibilities:
- Inspect, diagnose, service, maintain, and repair Komatsu and Volvo heavy equipment.
- Conduct routine preventive maintenance and scheduled equipment servicing.
- Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, and related equipment faults affecting machine performance.
- Perform corrective maintenance and mechanical repairs to restore equipment to safe operating condition.
- Identify defective or worn components and recommend appropriate replacements.
- Inspect major mechanical systems, including engines, transmissions, hydraulic systems, cooling systems, and drivetrain components.
- Troubleshoot equipment breakdowns and implement appropriate repair solutions to minimise downtime.
- Conduct equipment condition assessments and report potential mechanical failures.
- Ensure all maintenance and repair work complies with manufacturer recommendations and established safety requirements.
- Perform functional testing following repairs to confirm equipment readiness.
- Coordinate with operational supervisors to schedule equipment servicing and repairs.
- Maintain accurate equipment service records, inspection reports, and maintenance documentation.
- Monitor equipment condition and recommend preventive actions to improve machine reliability.
- Identify spare parts, tools, and equipment required for repairs and communicate requirements to the relevant departments.
- Ensure proper handling, storage, and use of maintenance tools and workshop equipment.
- Comply with workplace health, safety, and environmental requirements.
- Provide mechanical maintenance support at remote operational sites when required.
- Perform other mechanical maintenance duties reasonably assigned by management.
Required Qualifications:
- Proven experience maintaining and repairing Komatsu and Volvo heavy equipment – Essential.
- Strong mechanical fault-finding, troubleshooting, and repair capabilities.
- Practical knowledge of diesel engines and heavy equipment mechanical systems.
- Ability to perform maintenance and repairs independently.
- Willingness to relocate or work at remote sites according to operational requirements.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Trade Certificate, National Craft Certificate, Diploma, or equivalent qualification in Diesel Mechanics, Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
- Manufacturer-specific training or certification on Komatsu or Volvo machinery.
- Additional technical training in hydraulic systems, diesel engine diagnostics, or heavy equipment maintenance.
- Familiarity with computerised diagnostic tools and equipment maintenance systems.
Skills:
- Strong technical expertise in heavy equipment maintenance and repair.
- Advanced diesel engine fault diagnosis and troubleshooting.
- Hydraulic system diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs.
- Mechanical component inspection and replacement.
- Knowledge of transmissions, drivetrains, cooling systems, and lubrication systems.
- Ability to interpret technical manuals, mechanical diagrams, and equipment specifications.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent attention to detail and mechanical accuracy.
- Ability to work independently under demanding operational conditions.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Good communication and teamwork abilities.
- Strong commitment to workplace health and safety.
- Ability to respond effectively to mechanical breakdowns and urgent maintenance requirements.
Relevant Experience:
- Proven hands-on experience maintaining, servicing, diagnosing, and repairing Komatsu and Volvo heavy earthmoving equipment.
- Practical experience working with heavy machinery used in mining, quarrying, construction, or related industries.
- Experience undertaking preventive and corrective maintenance on diesel-powered industrial equipment.
- Demonstrated ability to diagnose mechanical faults and carry out effective repairs with minimal supervision.
- Experience working at remote operational sites or within demanding industrial environments will be advantageous.
Application Deadline: This job is open for applications until further notice.
How to Apply:
- We only accept applications done via our online Job Portal.
- Applications done via email will automatically be rejected.
- Simply Upload your Cover Letter and CV on our Job Portal.
- No need to upload Certifications or References. (we will request them at a later stage before you attend the interview)
Contact Information:
- Website: www.freedom77.org
- Email: info@freedom77.org
- We only accept applications done via our online Job Portal.
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