Employer: Rainbow Chicken
Location: Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal
Position: Maintenance Artisan – Diesel Mechanic
Division: KZN Agriculture Division
Closing Date: 14 August 2026
Rainbow Chicken is hiring a Maintenance Artisan – Diesel Mechanic in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal. This is an opportunity for a qualified and experienced Diesel Mechanic to join the company’s KZN Agriculture Division.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the effective maintenance, repair and optimal functioning of diesel-powered vehicles, equipment and machinery used across poultry production sites. The role also requires strong supervisory experience, as the successful candidate will manage a team and work closely with the production team.
Maintenance Artisan – Diesel Mechanic Job Overview
The Maintenance Artisan will be responsible for maintaining the company’s regional vehicle fleet and ensuring that vehicles and machinery remain safe, roadworthy, reliable and fit for purpose.
The position requires practical experience in diesel mechanics, vehicle servicing, diagnostics, repairs and preventative maintenance. Candidates should also be comfortable responding to standby requirements and emergency road calls when necessary.
Requirements for the Diesel Mechanic Position
Applicants interested in this Diesel Mechanic job in Pietermaritzburg should meet the following requirements:
- Trade Tested Diesel Mechanic or Motor Mechanic qualification.
- Valid Code 10 driver’s licence is compulsory.
- Minimum of 3 to 5 years’ post-trade experience as a Mechanic or Technician.
- Experience preferably gained at a dealership or service centre.
- Qualified experience working on tractors, vehicles and TLBs.
- Previous supervisory experience.
- Computer literacy, including MS Office.
- Ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
- Ability to work systematically and prioritise workloads.
Diesel Mechanic Experience Required
The successful candidate should have practical experience diagnosing, servicing and repairing different vehicle systems and diesel-powered equipment.
Experience should include:
- HDV and LDV vehicle repairs and maintenance.
- Tractor repairs and servicing.
- TLB repairs and servicing.
- Mechanical systems.
- Air brake systems.
- Transmissions.
- Pneumatic systems.
- Auto electrical systems and DC circuitry on vehicles.
- Vehicle inspections and preventative maintenance.
- Emergency vehicle repairs and roadside call-outs.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
The Maintenance Artisan – Diesel Mechanic will perform a range of maintenance and mechanical duties, including:
- Diagnose, service and repair vehicles and vehicle systems.
- Perform repairs and preventative maintenance on HDV and LDV vehicles, TLBs and tractors.
- Maintain the regional vehicle fleet in a presentable and roadworthy condition.
- Prepare and manage vehicles for Certificate of Fitness (COF) requirements.
- Conduct regular inspections of vehicles.
- Monitor driver behaviour and fuel usage.
- Carry out multi-point vehicle inspection checks.
- Create and manage driver inspection checklists.
- Ensure vehicle logbooks are available and kept up to date.
- Manage vehicle licence renewals before expiry dates.
- Perform welding operations when required.
- Carry out greasing and lubrication on all relevant grease points and lubrication systems.
- Service vehicles, including filter and oil changes.
- Drain and top up brake fluid.
- Carry out engine flushes and coolant flushes.
- Replace wear-and-tear items such as wiper blades, lamps and brakes.
- Adjust or replace brake discs, disc pads, drums and brake shoes.
- Respond to standby and emergency road calls to carry out vehicle repairs.
- Maintain relevant documentation, records and information.
- Provide detailed technical feedback and revision sketches where required.
- Assist with developing production maintenance and assembly manuals.
- Train and guide company employees.
- Work closely with production teams to support efficient operations.
- Supervise and manage members of the maintenance team.
Skills and Knowledge Required
Candidates should have strong technical knowledge and practical mechanical skills. Knowledge of auto electrical systems and DC circuitry on vehicles is required.
The successful applicant should also demonstrate:
- Strong diagnostic and problem-solving abilities.
- Good vehicle maintenance knowledge.
- Supervisory and team-management skills.
- Good communication skills.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Ability to prioritise maintenance requirements.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.
- Computer literacy and working knowledge of MS Office.
- Ability to work independently and systematically.
Who Should Apply?
This opportunity may suit qualified Diesel Mechanics, Motor Mechanics and experienced Maintenance Artisans looking for Diesel Mechanic vacancies in Pietermaritzburg or KwaZulu-Natal.
Candidates with experience working on commercial vehicles, tractors and TLBs, together with supervisory experience, are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply for the Rainbow Chicken Diesel Mechanic Job
Applicants who meet the requirements should submit their application through the official recruitment process for the Rainbow Chicken Maintenance Artisan Diesel Mechanic position.
Make sure your CV clearly highlights your:
- Trade qualification.
- Post-trade mechanical experience.
- Experience with tractors, vehicles and TLBs.
- Code 10 driver’s licence.
- Supervisory experience.
- Vehicle maintenance and repair skills.
- Auto electrical and diagnostic experience.
Closing Date
The closing date for the Maintenance Artisan Diesel Mechanic job in Pietermaritzburg is 14 August 2026.
Interested candidates should ensure that their applications are submitted before the closing date and that all required qualifications and experience are clearly included in their CV.
