Artisan: Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Career Opportunities: Artisan: Heavy Equipment Mechanic (8450)

Requisition ID 8450 - Posted 30/09/2026

Company: Komatsu South Africa

Business Unit: South Africa

Division: Operations

Department: Is Cust Rep

Location: Isando Workshop

Reference Number: 8450

Grading: Waged A

Introduction:

Komatsu South Africa is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanic Artisan to join our dynamic team in Germiston. The preferred candidate should have at least 3 years post-trade experience on heavy earthmoving equipment within the mining or related industry and a relevant Heavy Equipment Mechanic Trade certificate.

Qualification:

• Trade certificate (HEM)

Experience:

• 3 years post-trade experience as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Specific Knowledge Requirements:

• Exposure to earth-moving machinery.
• Have good troubleshooting knowledge of machines & must be familiar with standard tool requirements.
• Computer literate.
• Good understanding of maintenance philosophy.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of and experience working with Komatsu equipment is an added advantage.
• Valid driver's license (Essential).

Job Specification Summary:

• Remains up to date with health and safety procedures.
• Conducts hazard identification and risk assessment.
• Implement the Komatsu Way 5S sorting, organizing, cleaning, ordering, and training.
• Adheres to SHE policies and procedures.
• Participates in workplace safety events.
• Operates any vehicles (trucks, cars, forklifts) within safety standards and procedures, even when not supervised.
• Reports hazardous situations, incidents, or accidents.
• Reports on vehicle usage and incidents.
• Plans for health checks and inspection of equipment.
• Informs the leadership of the work steps and technical issues.
• Conducts visual machine/equipment inspection - health condition, breakdowns.
• Conduct general inspection in terms of appearance, damage, or missing components.
• Inspect for leakages, check machine operations, check rust, check for wrong or missing parts, download machine data, identify cracks visually, and take samples (oil, coolants, etc.)
• Test and adjust faulty components/parts/systems.
• Monitors the functionality of the component/equipment and progress made.
• Reports inspection results, as well as any abnormalities or damage.
• Reports problems and issues to the manager.
• Complete daily activity and service reports.
• Provide feedback regarding continuous improvement/suggestions to the manager.
• Components essays items/parts/tools from the warehouse via approved procedures.
• Apply judgment in the replacement or re-use of parts.
• Gain technical advice or approval to replace a part/component.
• Execute mechanical/electrical repairs. Clean equipment/parts/components.

Purpose of Job

This SPECIALISED DIAGNOSTIC LEVEL technical position in the MINING and CONSTRUCTION/OEM INDUSTRY EXECUTES the following Artisan role contents for the Operations of Komatsu , Namibia, Botswana and Africa Operations

FUNCTIONS:

1.SHEQ

2.Machine Inspections: Field and Workshop

3.Troubleshooting and Diagnostics

4.Machine Repairs: Field and Workshop

5.Machine Services: Field and Workshop

6.Machine and Component Disassembly and Assembly (new and rebuild)

Job Responsibilities

Lower Operational SHE

Machine Inspections: Field and Workshop

Troubleshooting & Diagnostics

Machine Repairs: Field and Workshop

Machine Services: Field and Workshop

Machine & Component Disassembly & Assembly (new & rebuild)

Competencies

Accepting Responsibility

Testing and Troubleshooting

Adapting to Change

Performing Physical or Mechanical Tasks

Using Math

Reading Effectively

Displaying Technical Expertise

Working Safely

Education

Skills/Additional Requirements

CERTIFICATIONS Driver's License - EB (SA) Botswana: Class B Relevant equipment operating certification as per site requirements Medical certificate of fitness Safety, Health and Environment Act Mine, Quarries, Works and Machinery Act (Botswana) OHSACT and MHSACT CSS-Net Must be able to search and interpret Komatsu Parts Manuals

In accordance with the Employment Equity Act (EEA) of 1998, Komatsu is committed to the principles of employment equity and fair labor practices. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, irrespective of race, gender, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, or any other ground prohibited by law. We may consider designated groups as per the EEA in our selection process to ensure a diverse and representative workforce, but all applications will be assessed based on qualifications and merit.

Candidates will be expected to pass a relevant medical examination, and agree to verification checks

Only online applications will be considered

Komatsu South Africa (Pty) Ltd complies with the protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013. By submitting your application, you give us your express and informed consent to process your personal information for recruitment purposes.

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