Meshack Mdokovana
Bloemfontein,Free State
Summary
Dedicated HGV Mechanic experienced in diagnosing and repairing complex vehicle issues. Implemented preventative maintenance strategies that enhanced performance and safety. Recorded detailed maintenance updates to support future risk planning and operational efficiency.
Overview
4
4
years of post-secondary education
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
HGV Mechanic
Irish commercials
Naas, Ireland
06.2023 - Current
- Maintained trucks in optimal condition through preventative maintenance.
- Diagnosed mechanical faults, analysed causes, and sourced replacement parts to ensure timely repairs.
- Took appropriate health and safety precautions to minimise risk of injury.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks, including oil changes, tyre rotations, and fluid top-ups, to avert future mechanical failures.
- Performed preventive and corrective maintenance to reduce faults.
- Recorded repairs and maintenance updates for future risk planning.
- Diagnosed and repaired a wide range of vehicle issues, including engine malfunctions and electrical faults, to maintain optimal performance.
- Specialised in the servicing and repair of brakes, suspension systems, and exhausts, enhancing vehicle safety and reliability.
- Maintained secure and controlled work environment, identifying and mitigating hazards.
- Checked vehicle mileage and identified required maintenance tasks, including replacing belts and flushing fluids.
Diesel technician
Volvo group Southern Africa
Bloemfontein, South Africa
01.2016 - 04.2023
- Scheduled preventive maintenance for fleet vehicles, reducing the incidence of unexpected breakdowns.
- Removed old oil, replaced filters and added correct amount of new oil.
- Completed service worksheets, accurately detailing completed repairs to enable parts replenishments.
- Diagnosed and repaired industrial engines for productive, safe plant equipment and machinery.
- Reviewed brakes and assessed whether pads needed replacement, discs should be turned or other service requirements.
- Conducted test drives before and after repair services.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on heavy vehicles to prevent breakdowns and extend their lifespan.
- Used excellent troubleshooting and fault-finding abilities to locate mechanical failures and identify good solutions.
- Dismantled vehicle components to accurately diagnose and identify mechanical faults affecting performance.
- Led training sessions for junior mechanics, imparting knowledge and skills in diesel engine repair.
- Collaborated with a team of mechanics to undertake large-scale repairs, sharing expertise to improve outcomes.
- Provided first response to breakdown incidents, attending quickly and safely securing vehicles ahead of repair completion.
Diesel mechanic apprentice
Volvo group Southern Africa
Bloemfontein , South Africa
04.2013 - 12.2015
- Diagnosed and repaired industrial engines for productive, safe plant equipment and machinery.
- Scheduled preventive maintenance for fleet vehicles, reducing the incidence of unexpected breakdowns.
- Removed old oil, replaced filters and added correct amount of new oil.
- Removed old oil, replaced filters and added correct amount of new oil.
Education
Trade test certificate (Red seal) - Diesel Mechanic
AA trade college
Johannesburg, Bloenfontein 04.2013 - 12.2015
Did not finish - Mechanical engineering
Cental University of Technology
Bloemfontein, South Africa 01.2007 - 12.2007
Skills
- Engine overhaul
- Gearbox overhaul
- Electrical diagnostics
Timeline
HGV Mechanic
Irish commercials
06.2023 - Current
Diesel technician
Volvo group Southern Africa
01.2016 - 04.2023
Trade test certificate (Red seal) - Diesel Mechanic
AA trade college
04.2013 - 12.2015
Diesel mechanic apprentice
Volvo group Southern Africa
04.2013 - 12.2015
Did not finish - Mechanical engineering
Cental University of Technology
01.2007 - 12.2007