Diesel Electric Fitter

Purpose of the Role:

To deliver high quality production services (repair, overhaul, and modifications) in a safe and efficient manner, ensure success by ensuring long term availability, serviceability of locomotives and oversee maintenance plans of Locomotives as per required standards.

Duties / Responsibilities:
To carry out the heavy repair and overhaul of locomotives in line with industry standards;
To ensure the maintenance of all locomotives according to RSR requirements, maintenance schedules and OEM standards;
Maintenance and repairs for all sites and do rolling stock;
Ensuring Health and Safety procedures as laid down in the Safety Management System; SANS 3000- adhered (Requirements for systemic engineering and operational safety standards-rolling stock);
Procuring and managing relevant parts from suppliers and ensure quality checks;
To ensure all locomotives reports are captured on ACAP;
To ensure all components repair are managed and controlled;
Ensure spare parts inventory is up to date at Head Office and at all sites conduct regular audits;
Ensure tracker and camera systems are installed and monitored:
Monitor diesel fuel usage and gather monthly reports on consumption, shunting kilos, main line kilos, monthly hourly readings of locomotives;
Minimum Requirements:
Qualified Artisan (Must be Diesel Electric);
Computer Skills (Safety Awareness);
Able to draft reports;
Able to identify hazards and Risk Assessments
Incident investigations
5 years relevant work experience as a senior diesel electric locomotive fitter
Valid driving license;
Willing to work long and flexible hours including evenings, weekends and holidays as per operational requirements