Description:
Introduction
Grain Field Chickens, a subsidiary of VKB Agriculture (PTY) Ltd, is a dynamic role player in the integrated broiler industry with an abattoir in Reitz in the North Eastern Free State. We offer you the opportunity to establish yourself within a professional, corporate environment in the countryside.
Job Description
To assist a qualified artisan with the maintenance and repair of company vehicles in alignment with predefined work objectives (as per agreed standard operating procedures).
Requirements
- Grade 12 or NQF Level 4 Equivalent.
- A minimum of 5 years’ experience as an Assistant Artisan.
- Knowledge & experience of medium to heavy haulage engines.
- Code 8 Driving License required (Code 14 preferred).
- The applicant should be in a good physical condition, an independent worker, self-motivated, is able to work under pressure and without supervision.
- Position requires willingness to work long hours, incl. weekends where requested.
Duties and Responsibilities
Assist at the Workshop and during breakdowns with the following:
- Inspect, test, and listen to defective engines/parts to diagnose malfunctions.
- Repair the fault using existing parts where possible.
- Replace broken parts with new and reconditioned parts.
- Retest vehicles to ensure problem has been repaired.
- Keep accurate records of faults identified and repairs done to vehicles.
- Maintain records of all parts used for invoicing purposes.
- Conduct routine maintenance checks on vehicles according to the relevant standard operating procedure.
- Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment and machinery.
- Examine and adjust protective guards, loose bolts, and specified safety devices.
- Identify any mechanical problems and obtain authorization to carry out the necessary repairs whilst conducting these routine checks.
- Note wear patterns and make maintenance recommendations.
- Keep accurate and detailed records of preventative maintenance checks and repairs completed.
- Maintain records of all parts used for invoicing purposes.
- Ensure all work is carried according to SHEQ and company standards.
- Ensure vehicle/equipment safety procedures are followed to avoid damage to engine components.
- Operate equipment and carry out all duties in a safe manner.
- Maintain equipment, protective clothing and work areas in a clean, tidy and safe condition.
- Any other duties as may be required by management.
Skills Required
- Knowledge of health and safety procedures (PPE).
- Good communication skills.
- Accuracy and attention to details.
- Team player.
- Able to work under pressure.
The company can expire jobs at any time at our own discretion. Should you not have received a response within 4 weeks of the closing date of this advert, please consider your application as unsuccessful.
Requirements:
Introduction
Grain Field Chickens, a subsidiary of VKB Agriculture (PTY) Ltd, is a dynamic role player in the integrated broiler industry with an abattoir in Reitz in the North Eastern Free State. We offer you the opportunity to establish yourself within a professional, corporate environment in the countryside.
Job Description
To assist a qualified artisan with the maintenance and repair of company vehicles in alignment with predefined work objectives (as per agreed standard operating procedures).
Requirements
- Grade 12 or NQF Level 4 Equivalent.
- A minimum of 5 years’ experience as an Assistant Artisan.
- Knowledge & experience of medium to heavy haulage engines.
- Code 8 Driving License required (Code 14 preferred).
- The applicant should be in a good physical condition, an independent worker, self-motivated, is able to work under pressure and without supervision.
- Position requires willingness to work long hours, incl. weekends where requested.
Duties and Responsibilities
Assist at the Workshop and during breakdowns with the following:
- Inspect, test, and listen to defective engines/parts to diagnose malfunctions.
- Repair the fault using existing parts where possible.
- Replace broken parts with new and reconditioned parts.
- Retest vehicles to ensure problem has been repaired.
- Keep accurate records of faults identified and repairs done to vehicles.
- Maintain records of all parts used for invoicing purposes.
- Conduct routine maintenance checks on vehicles according to the relevant standard operating procedure.
- Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment and machinery.
- Examine and adjust protective guards, loose bolts, and specified safety devices.
- Identify any mechanical problems and obtain authorization to carry out the necessary repairs whilst conducting these routine checks.
- Note wear patterns and make maintenance recommendations.
- Keep accurate and detailed records of preventative maintenance checks and repairs completed.
- Maintain records of all parts used for invoicing purposes.
- Ensure all work is carried according to SHEQ and company standards.
- Ensure vehicle/equipment safety procedures are followed to avoid damage to engine components.
- Operate equipment and carry out all duties in a safe manner.
- Maintain equipment, protective clothing and work areas in a clean, tidy and safe condition.
- Any other duties as may be required by management.
Skills Required
- Knowledge of health and safety procedures (PPE).
- Good communication skills.
- Accuracy and attention to details.
- Team player.
- Able to work under pressure.
The company can expire jobs at any time at our own discretion. Should you not have received a response within 4 weeks of the closing date of this advert, please consider your application as unsuccessful.
- Grade 12 or NQF Level 4 Equivalent.
- A minimum of 5 years’ experience as an Assistant Artisan.
- Knowledge & experience of medium to heavy haulage engines.
- Code 8 Driving License required (Code 14 preferred).
- The applicant should be in a good physical condition, an independent worker, self-motivated, is able to work under pressure and without supervision.
- Position requires willingness to work long hours, incl. weekends where requested.
- Inspect, test, and listen to defective engines/parts to diagnose malfunctions.
- Repair the fault using existing parts where possible.
- Replace broken parts with new and reconditioned parts.
- Retest vehicles to ensure problem has been repaired.
- Keep accurate records of faults identified and repairs done to vehicles.
- Maintain records of all parts used for invoicing purposes.
- Conduct routine maintenance checks on vehicles according to the relevant standard operating procedure.
- Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment and machinery.
- Examine and adjust protective guards, loose bolts, and specified safety devices.
- Identify any mechanical problems and obtain authorization to carry out the necessary repairs whilst conducting these routine checks.
- Note wear patterns and make maintenance recommendations.
- Keep accurate and detailed records of preventative maintenance checks and repairs completed.
- Maintain records of all parts used for invoicing purposes.
- Ensure all work is carried according to SHEQ and company standards.
- Ensure vehicle/equipment safety procedures are followed to avoid damage to engine components.
- Operate equipment and carry out all duties in a safe manner.
- Maintain equipment, protective clothing and work areas in a clean, tidy and safe condition.
- Any other duties as may be required by management.
- Knowledge of health and safety procedures (PPE).
- Good communication skills.
- Accuracy and attention to details.
- Team player.
- Able to work under pressure.