Heavy Duty Mechanic Team Leader

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Heavy Duty Mechanic Team Leader to manage our vehicle maintenance workshop. You will supervise a team of mechanics, ensure safe and reliable fleet operations, and drive continuous improvement in maintenance processes.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily activities of the vehicle maintenance team, assigning tasks and managing manpower.
• Oversee inspection, servicing, repair, and maintenance of heavy‑duty trucks, commercial and light‑duty vehicles.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical faults in diesel/petrol engines, transmissions, clutches, braking, suspension, steering, drivetrains and hydraulic systems.
• Develop and implement preventive‑maintenance schedules to minimise breakdowns and downtime.
• Conduct regular inspections, verify completed repairs and ensure vehicles are safe for service.
• Enforce HSE requirements, safety procedures and proper workshop practices.
• Manage workshop tools, equipment, spare parts and maintenance materials.
• Coordinate with Procurement and Warehouse to secure critical spare parts.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, repairs, breakdowns and maintenance history.
• Monitor vehicle downtime and maintenance costs, recommending improvements.
• Investigate recurring faults and propose corrective actions.
• Provide technical guidance and on‑the‑job training to mechanics.
• Coordinate emergency and roadside repairs when needed.

Required profile

• Diploma or degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Automotive Technology, Mechatronics or related field (preferred).
• Minimum 5 years hands‑on vehicle maintenance experience, with strong focus on heavy‑duty trucks.
• At least 2 years in a supervisory or team‑lead role.
• Proven experience maintaining heavy trucks, commercial and fleet vehicles.
• Good knowledge of HSE and workshop safety requirements.
• Ability to work under pressure and respond to emergency breakdowns.

Required skills

• Diesel and petrol engine diagnostics and repair.
• Transmission and clutch servicing.
• Braking system maintenance.
• Suspension, steering and drivetrain repair.
• Hydraulic system maintenance.
• Preventive‑maintenance planning for fleet vehicles.
• Use of workshop tools, equipment and spare‑part management.
• Familiarity with heavy‑truck brands such as HOWO, Shacman, Volvo, MAN, Mercedes‑Benz, Scania.