Skilled Worker (Motor Mechanic)
Engineering Jobs
- Municipality of Chinhoyi
- Expires 10 Jun 2026
- Chinhoyi
- Full Time
Job Description
Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the vacancies below in the Department of Engineering Services.
GRADE 8
REPORTING TO: TRANSPORT OFFICER
LOCATION: ENGINEERING DEPOT, MUNICIPALITY OF CHINHOYI
DURATION: 12 MONTH CONTRACT
JOB PURPOSE
Responsible for dismantling, repairing, and (re)assembling vehicle components, including engines, transmissions, compressors, injector pumps, brake systems, clutch systems, suspension systems, and automotive electrical systems.
Duties and Responsibilities
KEY RESULT AREAS
• Inspects, diagnoses, and connects failed or malfunctioning vehicle components (that is, electrical, hydraulic, or mechanical issues)
• Provide technical advice on repair and maintenance solutions.
• Makes follow-ups on jobs contracted outside the council.
• Generates progress reports on completed work, work in progress, and outstanding spares.
• Implementation of procedures related to health and safety in accordance with the Factories and Works Act
• Ensure proper housekeeping in the workshop.
• Preventive maintenance: Conducting scheduled services (oil changes, tune-ups, filter replacements) to prolong the lifespan of the council's fleet.
• Regulatory compliance: Ensure all vehicles pass regulatory Vehicle Inspection Department (VID) fitness checks and conform to Environmental Management Agency (EMA) and road traffic regulations.
• Breakdown recovery: Responding to field breakdowns to get essential services (such as waste collection or emergency response vehicles) back on the road quickly.
• Record keeping: completing job cards, tracking parts inventory, and documenting repair logs
• The above applies to light and heavy-duty
diesel and petrol vehicles
Qualifications and Experience
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
• Apprenticeship-trained motor mechanic with 5 years of post-qualification experience, OR a trade-tested Skilled Worker, OR a Journeyman Class 3 or better, motor mechanic with 8 years of post-qualification experience, OR a diploma in motor mechanics or 2 years of relevant work experience
• Clean and valid Class 2 or 4 driver's licence.
• Must be 35 years old or below
How to Apply
NB: (1) Chinhoyi Municipality is an equal opportunity employer, and female applicants are encouraged to apply.
(2) Employment for this post shall be on a 12-month contract basis.
COMPENSATION
A competitive salary commensurate with the position, along with other benefits, will be disclosed to successful candidates.
A written application letter, a detailed curriculum vitae, certified copies of educational and professional qualifications, a copy of the national identity document, and three 3) traceable references should be submitted to:
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Town Clerk
Municipality of Chinhoyi
P.O BOX 93
Chinhoyi
OR hand-deliver the application to the Municipality of Chinhoyi Head Office, Registry, Office Number 3 OR email to infor@chinhoyicity.org
To arrive not laterthan: 10 JUNE 2026
(Clearly state the position applied for on the envelope.)
CANVASSING WILL DISQUALIFY APPLICANTS.
NOTE: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Also note that applicants must provide a local police clearance certificate to demonstrate
• that they have no criminal history.
