Senior Trailer Technician

Recruiter

Objective Personnel

Job Ref

BOK005865/LA

Date posted

Wednesday, July 15, 2026

Location

Midrand, South Africa

SUMMARY

Senior Trailer Technician with extensive experience and technical knowledge on modular abnormal load trailers required to be responsible for hands-on diagnosis, repair, modification, and technical sign-off of all trailer-related work, and provides technical guidance to the Workshop & Fleet Manager

POSITION INFO

Qualification Matric or equivalent NQF 4 Relevant Trade Qualification (e.g. Diesel Mechanic, Fitter, or Heavy Vehicle/Trailer Technician Trade Test) or equivalent demonstrated competency Requirements Extensive experience (10 years+) working on heavy vehicle trailers, with specific experience on modular/abnormal load trailers (e.g. Goldhofer) preferred Proven track record diagnosing and repairing hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, steering, and structural trailer systems Experience working in a trucking, transport, or abnormal load industry workshop Knowledge of health and safety, environmental, and quality standards relevant to trailer maintenance and repair Technical skills: in-depth knowledge of trailer systems and components - hydraulics, steering and self-tracking axles, suspension, braking, electrical systems, and structural components, particularly on Goldhofer modular trailers Diagnostic skills: ability to use specialised diagnostic tools and equipment to test, fault-find, and verify trailer system performance Hands-on repair and fabrication skills, including welding and structural repair where required Documentation skills: maintaining accurate technical records, job cards, and inspection reports