Lead Diesel Technician

At I&J, part of AVI, we have combined 115 years of excellence with a forward-thinking approach to the fishing industry. As a leader in premium seafood, including Cape Hake and farmed Cape Abalone, we are committed to sustainability, innovation, and empowering local communities. Our latest innovation, Air-Fri’kn Amazing, brings bold flavours and crispy perfection to your air fryer, showcasing our passion for quality and customer-centric excellence.

Why Join I&J?

• Industry Leader: Work with a renowned brand known for premium Cape Hake and farmed Abalone.
• Sustainability Focused: Contribute to responsible fishing practices with MSC accreditation.
• Community Impact: Be part of a company that empowers and invests in local communities.

Your Next Career Move Starts Here! Join our I&J Trawling Division in the Waterfront, Cape Town as a LEAD DIESEL TECHNICIAN and play a key role in providing maintenance services to the quayside facilities and fishing vessels by performing maintenance tasks on propulsion and auxiliary diesel engines and mechanical equipment to ensure their reliability and that they are functioning and performing as intended.

Reporting Structure

• Reports to: Diesel Workshop Foreman

Key Areas of Impact

Repairs and maintenance on diesel propulsion and auxiliary engines

• Preventive and corrective maintenance on propulsion diesel engines and other mechanical equipment as recommended by OEM Representatives and OEM Maintenance Manuals.
• Fault finding and problem solving, RCA’s and documenting of findings and recommendations.
• Proactive planning and execution of vessel turnarounds maintenance tasks.

Inspections on mechanical equipment, propulsion and auxiliary diesel engines

• Inspections on mechanical equipment, propulsion and auxiliary engines for safety and correct operation.
• Recording and reporting of faults and deviations on mechanical equipment, propulsion and auxiliary equipment.

Management, training and development of sub-ordinates to promote skills transfer

• Delegate work to ensure skills transfer amongst the team members.
• Identify developmental areas based on individual needs.

Maintain positive relationships with key Stakeholders

• Maintain a good working relationship with OEM Supervisors, Technicians and Vessel Chief Engineers.

Support vessel turnarounds, outages and quayside operations

• Respond to emergencies during and after hours to resolve immediate safety and operational concerns.
• Maintain assigned equipment and tools to ensure availability and good working condition.
• Participates in meetings, workshops, training and seminars as assigned to convey and gather information required to perform job functions.
• Coordinate with assigned Foreman and other trades to complete projects and work orders timeously.
• Informs colleagues regarding safe working procedures to provide information for decision making, take appropriate actions.
• Comply with all Health, Safety & Environment and Building Regulations.

What It Takes to Succeed

Experience that set you up for success

• Minimum 3 to 5 years’ experience in the maintenance of Diesel Propulsion Systems - Engine Systems on Marine Vessels

Qualifications & Certifications that will contribute to your success:

• Grade 12 / Matric
• The ideal candidate will hold a minimum N3 qualification in Mechanical Engineering

Additional Requirements that will enhance your impact for success:

• Technical and maintenance knowledge on MAN and WARTSILA Propulsion Engines – advantageous
• Knowledge of SAP – advantageous
• Basic knowledge of the OHS Act