POSITION: ASPHALT & SEAL MECHANIC
LOCATION: DESIGNATED REGIONS – KZN, EASTERN CAPE, WESTERN CAPE & FREE STATE
REPORTING TO: REGIONAL MANAGER

ROLE PURPOSE STATEMENT:

This role involves supporting the Technical Services field team by carrying out repairs on
larger items that cannot be repaired in the field. Carrying out inspection and repairs on all
Asphalt plants, Seal and Asphalt paving equipment.

COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

• Qualified Asphalt Mechanic i.e. time served apprenticeship and/or recognized formal
qualifications
• Experience within the mechanical repair industry in a workshop environment in
Asphalt and Seal Equipment.
• Knowledge of basic electrical tests on motors.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Sound problem solving skills with a methodical and practical approach to workload in
particular fault finding diagnosis and rectification
• Sound knowledge of health and safety requirement
• Basic computer literacy
• Good time management skills with the ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines
• Self-motivated with ability to remain focused when achieving objectives
• Ability to work on own initiative or work as part of a team
• Valid driver’s license
• Valid forklift license
• Valid crane license

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Strip and inspect faulty plant and provide report in relation to failure reason and
spares requirements.
• Deliver quality repairs to operational plant in a timely manner.
• Competent in the use of workshop machines -lathe, milling machine, pillar drill etc.
• Mechanical workshop skills i.e. Fabrication, welding.
• Monitor and ensure continual conformance with ISO 9001 procedures.
• Work planning in conjunction with Supervisor.
• Effective use of personal PDA to follow work plan, feedback plant data and work
information.
• Ensure Health & Safety policies and standards are adhered to at all times.
• Ensure that all client contact enhances and promotes the reputation of Operation
Support Services and South West Water.
• Regularly and accurately account for your activity and expenditure in accordance
with departmental procedures.
• Support current/future recycling strategies within Operation Support Services.
• Provide support outside of core hours as and when required.