118 Diesel Technician jobs in South Africa

The Technician is first and foremost an expert for performing all customer service work (inspection) and defined assembly / maintenance repairs to highest standards of quality and efficiency, and in doing so promotes the brand image with reliable and cost-efficient work. By professionally performing all customer services, defined retrofitting of accessories and maintenance repairs, makes a substantial contribution towards preserving the value of customers’ vehicles.

By treating customers’ property in a manner that shows appreciation for its value, and with his expertise and attitude towards the brand and the product, fosters the image of the product and the service organization, thus contributing to customer satisfaction as well. Supports the Workshop Foreman to carry out more complex repair work on entire systems.

Key Responsibilities :

Conduct inspection :

• Conduct a visual inspection and / or on-board diagnosis during the pre-diagnosis step.
• Receive the workshop order and check its content for accuracy and understanding.
• Locate the vehicle and drive it to the relevant workshop bay.
• During pre-diagnosis, use checklists, on the basis of which the proper execution of each step can be checked and documented correctly.

Conduct repair and / or maintenance :

• Prepare the operating equipment and bring the necessary parts to the workshop bay.
• Perform all visual inspections, calibration work, adjustments.
• Identify deviations, irregularities and unusual wear and tear and initiate additions to order / feedback to customer.
• Replace dismantled parts and prepare their return to maker if they are parts that can be reconditioned.
• Perform defined assembly and repair work, in collaboration and / or under supervision of the Workshop Foreman (e.g., replacement of main components, replacement of suspension struts, etc.).
• Document any work carried out, record the working hours and return the workshop order to Workshop Foreman / Service Advisor.
• Pass on the vehicle to the correct individual and tidy the workshop bay.

Perform relevant tasks required :

• Retrofit and put into service of accessories and mounted parts (e.g., roof rack system, radio installation if pre-wired, etc.) as required.

Administer Parts Process :

• Request parts as required according to internal processes and procedures.
• Ensure that all warranty parts are tagged and handed over to the warranty department for storage.

Educational Qualifications :

• Grade 12
• Formal Diesel qualification from a recognized institution
• Electrical qualification from a recognized institution
• Valid Driver's license

Relevant years of Experience :

• 3-5 years active experience as a mechanical and electrical technician at dealership level in the commercial vehicle segment.
• Experience and knowledge of Cummins and advanced electronic systems.
• Strong ability with electrical systems for diagnosing and repairing.
• Knowledge of Air brakes, suspensions, diesel engines, transmissions and other related mechanical systems for commercial vehicle are vital.
• Able to operate independently and within a team framework.
• Willing to work evenings and weekends and traveling for attending all breakdowns that are assigned.

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.

The main purpose of the job is to produce the required labor hours through maintenance and repair work, in accordance with the Company quality and efficiency standards.

Reporting: This position reports to the Team Leader.

Job Objectives:

• Fault-finding and diagnosis on Volvo Products by interpreting product “under performance” and/or failure.
• Interpret and implement information in Volvo Manual and Service Literature.
• By following directives provided in Workshop Manuals, produce work of Volvo acceptable standards.
• Follow repair, maintenance instructions and specifications as per the manual.
• Ensure excellence in customer service delivery through meticulously following procedures/processes.
• Provide comprehensive and accurate reports on diagnosis, assessment of component/part, failures, observations, actions and recommendations.
• Follow procedures for breakdown work:
• Liaise with driver before responding to customer breakdowns;
  • Ensure the correct documentation is in place and accurately completed before submission.
  • Compliance to ISO 9001 and other Safety standards.

Do you dream big? We do too, and we are excited to grow together. In this role, you will bring:

Qualification & Job Experience

• Matric/N3.
• Trade Test Certificate - Qualified Diesel Mechanic.
• 3 years Dealership experience in maintenance and repairs of heavy commercial vehicles.

• Ability to read all relevant measuring equipment.
• Knowledge/skills to effect correct repair work.
• Ability to interpret technical manuals and specifications and put into practice.
• Must be able to speak, read and write English.
• Computer literacy.

Short listed candidates must complete and sign personal verification permission, consent and indemnity declarations, to inter alia perform reference, criminal, credit, qualification, vetting process (if applicable to position) and any other checks deemed necessary.

Volvo Group Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd is an affirmative action, equal employment opportunity employer. We encourage people with disability to apply.

Application Closing Date: 28 August 2025.

We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail.

Who we are and what we believe in
We are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents across the group’s leading brands and entities.

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group . Every day, you will be working with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in our field to be able to leave our society in better shape for the next generation. We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive on teamwork. We are almost 100,000 people united around the world by a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment.

At Volvo Trucks you will be part of leading the way towards a sustainable transport industry. For nearly a century we have been innovating for people – to make life easier, better and safer. Driving progress is our promise to customers, to the industry and to society. At Volvo Trucks we share a curiosity to learn, we work with passion and we embrace change to stay ahead. Join us, together we move the world we want to live in.

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.

The main purpose of the job is to produce the required labor hours through maintenance and repair work, in accordance with the Company quality and efficiency standards.

Reporting: This position reports to the Team Leader.

Job Objectives:

• Fault-finding and diagnosis on Volvo Products by interpreting product “under performance” and/or failure.
• Interpret and implement information in Volvo Manual and Service Literature.
• By following directives provided in Workshop Manuals, produce work of Volvo acceptable standards.
• Follow repair, maintenance instructions and specifications as per the manual.
• Ensure excellence in customer service delivery through meticulously following procedures/processes.
• Provide comprehensive and accurate reports on diagnosis, assessment of component/part, failures, observations, actions and recommendations.
• Follow procedures for breakdown work:
• Liaise with driver before responding to customer breakdowns;
  • Ensure the correct documentation is in place and accurately completed before submission.
  • Compliance to ISO 9001 and other Safety standards.

Do you dream big? We do too, and we are excited to grow together. In this role, you will bring:

Qualification & Job Experience

• Matric/N3.
• Trade Test Certificate - Qualified Diesel Mechanic.
• 3 years Dealership experience in maintenance and repairs of heavy commercial vehicles.

• Ability to read all relevant measuring equipment.
• Knowledge/skills to effect correct repair work.
• Ability to interpret technical manuals and specifications and put into practice.
• Must be able to speak, read and write English.
• Computer literacy.

Short listed candidates must complete and sign personal verification permission, consent and indemnity declarations, to inter alia perform reference, criminal, credit, qualification, vetting process (if applicable to position) and any other checks deemed necessary.

Volvo Group Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd is an affirmative action, equal employment opportunity employer. We encourage people with disability to apply.

Application Closing Date: 21 August 2025.

We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail.

Who we are and what we believe in
We are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents across the group’s leading brands and entities.

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group . Every day, you will be working with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in our field to be able to leave our society in better shape for the next generation. We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive on teamwork. We are almost 100,000 people united around the world by a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment.

At Volvo Trucks you will be part of leading the way towards a sustainable transport industry. For nearly a century we have been innovating for people – to make life easier, better and safer. Driving progress is our promise to customers, to the industry and to society. At Volvo Trucks we share a curiosity to learn, we work with passion and we embrace change to stay ahead. Join us, together we move the world we want to live in.

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Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future. If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.

The main purpose of the job is to produce the required labor hours through maintenance and repair work, in accordance with the Company quality and efficiency standards.

Reporting: This position reports to the Team Leader.

Job Objectives:

• Fault-finding and diagnosis on Volvo Products by interpreting product “under performance” and/or failure.
• Interpret and implement information in Volvo Manual and Service Literature.
• Follow directives provided in Workshop Manuals to produce work of Volvo acceptable standards.
• Follow repair, maintenance instructions, and specifications as per the manual.
• Ensure excellence in customer service delivery by meticulously following procedures/processes.
• Provide comprehensive and accurate reports on diagnosis, assessment of components/parts, failures, observations, actions, and recommendations.
• Follow procedures for breakdown work, including liaising with the driver before responding to customer breakdowns and ensuring correct documentation is in place and accurately completed before submission. Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and other Safety standards.

Do you dream big? We do too, and we are excited to grow together. In this role, you will bring:

Qualification & Job Experience

• Matric/N3.
• 3 years dealership experience in maintenance and repairs of heavy commercial vehicles.
• Ability to read all relevant measuring equipment.
• Knowledge/skills to effect correct repair work.
• Ability to interpret technical manuals and specifications and put into practice.
• Must be able to speak, read, and write English.

Shortlisted candidates must complete and sign personal verification permission, consent, and indemnity declarations, to perform reference, criminal, credit, qualification, vetting process (if applicable), and any other checks deemed necessary.

Volvo Group Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd is an affirmative action, equal employment opportunity employer. We encourage people with disabilities to apply.

Application Closing Date: 28 August 2025.

We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail.

Who we are and what we believe in

We are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents across the group’s leading brands and entities.

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group . Every day, you will be working with some of the sharpest and most creative minds in our field to leave society in better shape for the next generation. We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive on teamwork. We are almost 100,000 people united by a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment.

At Volvo Trucks , you will be part of leading the way towards a sustainable transport industry. For nearly a century, we have been innovating for people – to make life easier, better, and safer. Driving progress is our promise to customers, the industry, and society. We share a curiosity to learn, work with passion, and embrace change to stay ahead. Join us, and together we move the world we want to live in.

Every day, Volvo Group products and services ensure that people have food on the table, children arrive safely at school, and roads and buildings can be constructed. Looking ahead, we are committed to driving the transition to sustainable and safe transport, mobility, and infrastructure solutions toward a net-zero society.

Joining Volvo Group means working with some of the world’s most iconic brands and being part of a global, leading industrial company harnessing automated driving, electromobility, and connectivity.

Our people are passionate about what they do, aim for high performance, and thrive on teamwork and learning. Everyday life at Volvo is defined by a climate of support, care, and mutual respect.

If you aspire to grow and make an impact, join us on our journey to create a better and more resilient society for future generations.

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Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.

What You Will Do

The main purpose of the job is to produce the required labor hours through maintenance and repair work, in accordance with the Company quality and efficiency standards.

Reporting: This position reports to the Team Leader.

Job Objectives

• Fault-finding and diagnosis on Volvo Products by interpreting product “under performance” and/or failure.
• Interpret and implement information in Volvo Manual and Service Literature.
• By following directives provided in Workshop Manuals, produce work of Volvo acceptable standards.
• Follow repair, maintenance instructions and specifications as per the manual.
• Ensure excellence in customer service delivery through meticulously following procedures/processes.
• Provide comprehensive and accurate reports on diagnosis, assessment of component/part, failures, observations, actions and recommendations.
• Follow procedures for breakdown work:
• Liaise with driver before responding to customer breakdowns;
• Ensure the correct documentation is in place and accurately completed before submission.
• Compliance to ISO 9001 and other Safety standards.
  

• Matric/N3.
• Trade Test Certificate - Qualified Diesel Mechanic.
• 3 years Dealership experience in maintenance and repairs of heavy commercial vehicles.
  
  

• Ability to read all relevant measuring equipment.
• Knowledge/skills to effect correct repair work.
• Ability to interpret technical manuals and specifications and put into practice.
• Must be able to speak, read and write English.
• Computer literacy.
  
  

• Seniority level Not Applicable

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Sales and Business Development
• Industries Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

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Our well known truck dealer client based in Isando currently holds a vacancy for a qualified Diesel Technician.
Must have experience with Heavy trucks e.g Volvo, UD, Isuzu, FAW, Hino, MB, FUSO, Freightliner etc.

This position will be suited to an experienced person who has excellent vehicle diagnostic and fault-finding skills and the ability to ensure that repairs are performed correctly and efficiently and that the service department maintains a consistently high level of customer satisfaction.

To provide effective technical and specialist support to staff, whilst ensuring a high quality of workmanship and service delivery to customers.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Matric
• Qualified Diesel Technician
• Must have Code 10 License
• Multi-tasking ability
• Valid Code 10 / Code 14 Driver’s License with no endorsements
• Good communication skills
• Excellent vehicle diagnostic and fault-finding skills

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Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.

The main purpose of the job is to produce the required labor hours through maintenance and repair work, in accordance with the Company quality and efficiency standards.

Reporting: This position reports to the Team Leader.

Job Objectives:

• Fault-finding and diagnosis on Volvo Products by interpreting product “under performance” and/or failure.
• Interpret and implement information in Volvo Manual and Service Literature.
• By following directives provided in Workshop Manuals, produce work of Volvo acceptable standards.
• Follow repair, maintenance instructions and specifications as per the manual.
• Ensure excellence in customer service delivery through meticulously following procedures/processes.
• Provide comprehensive and accurate reports on diagnosis, assessment of component/part, failures, observations, actions and recommendations.
• Follow procedures for breakdown work:
• Liaise with driver before responding to customer breakdowns;
  • Ensure the correct documentation is in place and accurately completed before submission.
  • Compliance to ISO 9001 and other Safety standards.

Do you dream big? We do too, and we are excited to grow together. In this role, you will bring:

• Matric/N3.
• 3 years Dealership experience in maintenance and repairs of heavy commercial vehicles.
• Ability to read all relevant measuring equipment.
• Knowledge/skills to effect correct repair work.
• Ability to interpret technical manuals and specifications and put into practice.
• Must be able to speak, read and write English.

Short listed candidates must complete and sign personal verification permission, consent and indemnity declarations, to inter alia perform reference, criminal, credit, qualification, vetting process (if applicable to position) and any other checks deemed necessary.

Volvo Group Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd is an affirmative action, equal employment opportunity employer. We encourage people with disability to apply.

We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail.

Who we are and what we believe in
Our focus on Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity allows each of us the opportunity to bring our full authentic self to work and thrive by providing a safe and supportive environment, free of harassment and discrimination. We are committed to removing the barriers to entry, which is why we ask that even if you feel you may not meet every qualification on the job description, please apply and let us decide.

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group . Every day, across the globe, our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services, and solutions make modern life possible. We are almost 100,000 people empowered to shape the future landscape of efficient, safe and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents with sharp minds and passion across the group’s leading brands and entities.

At Volvo Trucks you will be part of leading the way towards a sustainable transport industry. For nearly a century we have been innovating for people – to make life easier, better and safer. Driving progress is our promise to customers, to the industry and to society. At Volvo Trucks we share a curiosity to learn, we work with passion and we embrace change to stay ahead. Join us, together we move the world we want to live in.

Every day, Volvo Group products and services ensure that people have food on the table, children arrive safely at school and roads and buildings can be constructed. Looking ahead,we are committed to driving the transition to sustainable and safe transport, mobility and infrastructure solutions toward a net-zero society.

Joining Volvo Group, you will work with some of the world’s most iconic brands and be part of a global and leading industrial company that is harnessing automated driving, electromobility and connectivity.

Our people are passionate about what they do, they aim for high performance and thrive on teamwork and learning. Everyday life at Volvo is defined by a climate of support, care and mutual respect.

If you aspire to grow and make an impact, join us on our journey to create a better and more resilient society for the coming generations.

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Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.

What You Will Do

The main purpose of the job is to produce the required labor hours through maintenance and repair work, in accordance with the Company quality and efficiency standards.

Reporting: This position reports to the Team Leader.

Job Objectives

• Fault-finding and diagnosis on Volvo Products by interpreting product “under performance” and/or failure.
• Interpret and implement information in Volvo Manual and Service Literature.
• By following directives provided in Workshop Manuals, produce work of Volvo acceptable standards.
• Follow repair, maintenance instructions and specifications as per the manual.
• Ensure excellence in customer service delivery through meticulously following procedures/processes.
• Provide comprehensive and accurate reports on diagnosis, assessment of component/part, failures, observations, actions and recommendations.
• Follow procedures for breakdown work:
• Liaise with driver before responding to customer breakdowns;
• Ensure the correct documentation is in place and accurately completed before submission.
• Compliance to ISO 9001 and other Safety standards.
  

• Matric/N3.
• Trade Test Certificate - Qualified Diesel Mechanic.
• 3 years Dealership experience in maintenance and repairs of heavy commercial vehicles.
  
  

• Ability to read all relevant measuring equipment.
• Knowledge/skills to effect correct repair work.
• Ability to interpret technical manuals and specifications and put into practice.
• Must be able to speak, read and write English.
• Computer literacy.
  
  

• Seniority level Not Applicable

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Sales and Business Development
• Industries Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

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Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.

The main purpose of the job is to produce the required labor hours through maintenance and repair work, in accordance with the Company quality and efficiency standards.

Reporting: This position reports to the Team Leader.

Job Objectives:

Fault-finding and diagnosis on Volvo Products by interpreting product “under performance” and/or failure.

Interpret and implement information in Volvo Manual and Service Literature.

By following directives provided in Workshop Manuals, produce work of Volvo acceptable standards.

Follow repair, maintenance instructions and specifications as per the manual.

Ensure excellence in customer service delivery through meticulously following procedures/processes.

Provide comprehensive and accurate reports on diagnosis, assessment of component/part, failures, observations, actions and recommendations.

Follow procedures for breakdown work:

Liaise with driver before responding to customer breakdowns;

Ensure the correct documentation is in place and accurately completed before submission.

Compliance to ISO 9001 and other Safety standards.

Do you dream big? We do too, and we are excited to grow together. In this role, you will bring:

Qualification & Job Experience

Matric/N3.

3 years Dealership experience in maintenance and repairs of heavy commercial vehicles.

Ability to read all relevant measuring equipment.

Knowledge/skills to effect correct repair work.

Ability to interpret technical manuals and specifications and put into practice.

Must be able to speak, read and write English.

Short listed candidates must complete and sign personal verification permission, consent and indemnity declarations, to inter alia perform reference, criminal, credit, qualification, vetting process (if applicable to position) and any other checks deemed necessary.

Volvo Group Southern Africa (Pty) Ltd is an affirmative action, equal employment opportunity employer. We encourage people with disability to apply.

We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail.

Who we are and what we believe in
We are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents across the group’s leading brands and entities.

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group . Every day, you will be working with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in our field to be able to leave our society in better shape for the next generation. We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive on teamwork. We are almost 100,000 people united around the world by a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment.

At Volvo Trucks you will be part of leading the way towards a sustainable transport industry. For nearly a century we have been innovating for people – to make life easier, better and safer. Driving progress is our promise to customers, to the industry and to society. At Volvo Trucks we share a curiosity to learn, we work with passion and we embrace change to stay ahead. Join us, together we move the world we want to live in.

Every day, Volvo Group products and services ensure that people have food on the table, children arrive safely at school and roads and buildings can be constructed. Looking ahead,we are committed to driving the transition to sustainable and safe transport, mobility and infrastructure solutions toward a net-zero society.

Joining Volvo Group, you will work with some of the world’s most iconic brands and be part of a global and leading industrial company that is harnessing automated driving, electromobility and connectivity.

Our people are passionate about what they do, they aim for high performance and thrive on teamwork and learning. Everyday life at Volvo is defined by a climate of support, care and mutual respect.

If you aspire to grow and make an impact, join us on our journey to create a better and more resilient society for the coming generations.