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Field Service Technician

Kathu
Job ID:  79265
Division:  Liebherr International
Company:  Liebherr-Africa (Pty.) Ltd.
Work area:  Engineering
Country:  ZA
Entry level:  Professionals
Salary: 
Type of contract:  full time
Vacancy live date: 

Responsibilities

  • Repairing and maintaining equipment according to Liebherr standards with no re-work;
  • Accurate troubleshooting (fault-finding);
  • Field service vehicle, diagnostic tools and special tools, care and ownership;
  • Adhere and comply with MHSA (Mine, Health, Safety Act);
  • Carry out inspection and report on Liebherr equipment which shall be submitted to the factory (PIR);
  • Carry out service, troubleshooting and repairs as per OEM standards and requirements;
  • Carry out a HIRA (Hazard Identification Risk Assessment) before starting with any task on the mine or workshop;
  • To complete/oversee the repairs of any defect found;
  • Complete complaint, cause and correction on service job card for sign off;
  • Timely complete all relevant administrative requirements, including, but not limited to service job cards and technical data sheets;
  • Downloading of machine/Engine software, variables and Data protocol with Liebherr diagnostics (Sculi) and distributing to the correct responsible person;
  • Use and understand diagnostic equipment;
  • Operate electrical and mechanical equipment pertaining to the job, i.e. power tools;
  • Ensure integrity of all related tools of trade;
  • Supervision of employees where applicable, artisan assistant, apprentice;
  • Co-ordination and collaboration of employees working on the same equipment;
  • Required to be on standby as scheduled;
  • Report to site supervisor of all equipment defects and note on service report.

Competencies and Requirements

  • Electric, Hydraulic and Mechanical faultfinding skills.
  • Welding skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
  • Team work
  • Technical aptitude and ability
  • Customer oriented 
  • Ability to work independently 
  • Trade tested Earthmoving Equipment Mechanic/Auto Electrician/Diesel Mechanic
  • Must have 4-5 years' post apprenticeship experience working on earthmoving equipment
  • Must reside in the Northern Cape 

Have we awoken your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your online application. If you have any questions, please contact PALESA MAFAKO MALINGA.

One Passion. Many Opportunities.

The company

Liebherr-Africa (Pty) Ltd supplies construction machines, mining machines as well as material handlers. For these technically innovative and user orientated products, the company also offers high-quality back up service and spare parts.​​   

Location

Liebherr-Africa (Pty.) Ltd.

Hendrik Van Eck Road

8446 Kathu

South Africa (ZA)

Contact

PALESA MAFAKO MALINGA

Palesa.Malinga@Liebherr.com

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