Auto Mechanic at Action Africa Help

The Mechanic will be responsible for general preventive maintenance and repairs of all vehicles and other assets booked into the workshop. S/He will carry out all major repairs; diagnose faults, overhaul of engines, gearboxes, transmissions, differentials, and other mechanical components

Responsibilities for the Auto Mechanic Job

• Carry out mechanical/electrical preventive maintenance and repair of vehicles, plant and equipment including but not limited to Isuzu trucks, 4×4 vehicles, and heavy vehicles of various makes, types and models.
• Carry out overhaul of engines, transmissions, differentials, hydraulic pumps, repair electronic and computerized vehicle gadgets, air brakes and mobile air Conditioning systems.
• Perform vehicle repair such as mechanical/electrical and accessories and will check thoroughly any signs of malfunctioning.
• Retrieve/repair/rescue broken down vehicles in the field and provide defects reports.
• Request for spare parts; requisitions must be approved by the supervisor.
• Take responsibility of approved spares by ensuring proper parts are fitted, high quality of work is maintained for intended purpose.
• Get the repair of vehicles/equipments first time right to avoid down time and repeat work.
• To consistently deliver high quality repairs in the required timeframes
• Ensure workshop safety rules and procedures are followed and use of right tools and equipments for the right job.

Auto Mechanic Job Qualifications

• Diploma in mechanical engineering (Automotive option).
• Driving license class B, C & E
• Relevant experience in motor vehicle repairs, generators, plant and equipment.
• Valid certificate of good conduct.
• Demonstrated multi skilling in mechanics, Auto electrics/electronics, welding and fabrication works is a great advantage.
• Note: This job description is an addendum to the employment contract breaking down the tasks to be done by an employee. It can be varied from time to time in consultation with the post-holder in the light of change in strategic objectives or for other reasons advanced by the employer.
• Relevant experience in spare parts management.
• Knowledge in computer literacy / data processing (Word, Excel, Access)
• English read / written / Spoken
• Demonstrate experience of at least 5 years in repairs and maintenance of vehicles and equipments especially 4WD vehicles and Isuzu trucks in the automotive field and at least
• 2 years in INGO with references. Good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated multi skilling in mechanics, Auto electrics/electronics, welding and fabrication works a great Advantage.