Heavy Truck Maintenance Supervisor / Senior Heavy Vehicle Mechanic

Job Responsibilities (JR)

1) Technical Diagnosis & Troubleshooting (CORE)

• Inspect and diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic faults in heavy trucks (tipper, flatbed, tanker, trailer, skip loader).
• Identify root cause of breakdowns and recurring vehicle issues.
• Decide the exact spare parts required before repair.
• Use diagnostic tools and scanners for engine, transmission, ABS, and ECU faults.

2) Hands-On Repair & Maintenance

• Carry out major and minor repairs on:
• Engines, gearboxes, clutches, differentials
• Brake systems (air brakes)
• Suspension, steering, and axles
• Hydraulic systems (tippers, skip loaders)
• Cooling and fuel systems
• Perform preventive maintenance as per manufacturer schedules.
• Test vehicles after repair to ensure full operational readiness.

3) Spare Parts Identification & Control

• Prepare accurate spare parts lists and repair scope.
• Coordinate with procurement/store for genuine or approved parts.
• Ensure correct parts installation and quality of workmanship.
• Reduce unnecessary part replacement and maintenance cost.

4) Workshop & Breakdown Management

• Attend emergency breakdowns (on-site / road).
• Supervise junior mechanics and helpers during repairs.
• Decide whether repair should be done in-house or outsourced.
• Ensure minimal downtime of vehicles.

5) Maintenance Records & Reporting

• Maintain maintenance history and repair records for each vehicle.
• Record parts replaced, labor hours, and repair outcomes.
• Support fleet availability planning through technical inputs.

6) Safety & Compliance

• Follow workshop safety procedures and HSE requirements.
• Ensure repaired vehicles are roadworthy and safe to operate.
• Support accident vehicle inspection and damage assessment.

Required Experience & Skills

• Minimum 5–10 years experience in heavy truck maintenance.
• Strong hands-on experience with (Volvo, Scania, MAN, Mercedes, DAF) trucks
• Excellent fault diagnosis and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently without supervision.
• Knowledge of hydraulic and air brake systems is mandatory.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: AED3,000.00 - AED4,000.00 per month

Education:

• Diploma (Preferred)