Senior Mechanic

About the role

Alistair Group is seeking a highly skilled Senior Mechanic to join its workshop team in Kapiri Mposhi. You will be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, servicing and maintaining the company’s fleet of trucks, trailers and other vehicles to ensure maximum reliability and operational efficiency.

Key responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair and service trucks, trailers and fleet vehicles in line with company standards.
• Perform routine maintenance such as oil changes, filter replacements, greasing and general inspections.
• Carry out preventive maintenance and safety inspections on all assigned equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical faults using appropriate tools and diagnostic equipment.
• Replace worn or damaged parts and complete repairs efficiently.
• Conduct performance testing after repairs to confirm roadworthiness.
• Maintain workshop cleanliness, tool safety and compliance with HSEQ policies.
• Report major faults, recurring breakdowns and maintenance concerns to management.
• Support breakdown response and recovery operations as needed.
• Mentor junior mechanics and help build technical capacity within the team.
• Complete accurate job cards and update maintenance records.

Required profile

• Extensive experience maintaining and repairing heavy‑vehicle fleets.
• Proven ability to work independently while meeting turnaround times.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement.
• Capability to mentor and train junior workshop staff.

Required skills

• Mechanical diagnostics for trucks and trailers.
• Truck and trailer repair.
• Preventive maintenance procedures.
• Use of workshop tools and diagnostic equipment.