Experienced Vehicle technician Seeking Work

Previous Employment Details:

Autoelectrical Engineer, 05/2022 - Current
M.E Autoelectricals, South Africa
My current duties and responsibilities include:
• Reporting to the workshop manager on the condition and safety of vehicles, offering possible fixes for road-worthy results.
• Acquiring cost-effective, timely replacement parts and materials according to the company's processes.
• Maintaining excellent care and condition of tools for smooth-running repairs and procedures.
• Handling routine inspections and servicing of vehicles, ensuring I uphold quality standards.
• Ensuring secure storage of tools and equipment for optimum safety.
• Carrying out full technical and diagnostic tests to assess vehicle issues and providing best-possible resolutions.
• Managing accurate and effective mechanical and electrical repairs and adjustments.
• Carrying out scheduled and routine maintenance on small and large vehicles.
• Maintaining knowledge of updated changes in various equipment models.
• Attending regular safety training meetings, minimising garage risks for staff and customers.
• Carefully handling tools and chemicals.
• Performing targeted troubleshooting and diagnostics to ensure I quickly address mechanical issues.
• Preparing quotes and completing billing processes.
• Welding bodywork to create pristine finished products.
• Simplifying mechanical jargon to effectively communicate problems with vehicle owners/customers
• Handling heavy equipment and tools, from multi-purpose jacks to mobile column lifts.
• Applying knowledge of hydraulics, transmissions and electrical systems to efficiently repair vehicles.
Diesel and tractor mechanic, 01/2017 - 10/2021
Coronado Mining Services , South Africa
My duties and responsibilities:
• I was the project manager, therefore, I had to demonstrate leadership skills which included effective communication, active listening etc.
• Carried out mechanical repairs on equipment motor vehicles and machines.
• Disassembled and reassembled motor components to facilitate repair work.
• Completed computer-assigned vehicle alignments.
• Fit and replaced engines, understanding and following manufacturers instructions.
• Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
• Located and diagnosed engine faults.
• Assessed vehicle maintenance status and completed kilometre-based services, including changing out belts, filling fluids and replacing gaskets.
Site Engineer, 01/2010 - 01/2015
NASERADRILL AND BLAST Marekana Concor mIne , Rusternburg
My duties and responsibilities included:
• Fleet Maintenance
• Mechanical Repairs on Vehicles
• Servicing of all earth moving equipment and reporting to management as per schedule.
• Ensured continued adherence for all staff to the company's health and safety policies as a result minimising incidents and maximising team productivity.
• Performed accident investigations to identify root cause, developing and implementing countermeasures to reduce future occurrences.
• Supervised and controlled installation of outbye services and rock handling equipment to reduce onsite incidents.
• Coordinated and controlled underground and surface production activities to minimise potential disturbances to residents.
• Handled effective mine planning and scheduling activities.
• Made effective use of supervision and facilitated meetings.