Mechanic Assistant – Empangeni

Closing Date
2026/07/06
Reference Number
RCL260622-4
Company
RCL Foods
Job Title
Mechanic Assistant – Empangeni
Functions
Supply Chain
Job Type Classification
Permanent
Location – Town / City
Empangeni
Location – Province
KwaZulu-Natal
Location – Country
South Africa
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.
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