National Technical Specialist - Heavy Equipment&Container …, Johannesburg

Are you the kind of technical expert who can diagnose a machine fault before everyone else even finishes the coffee run? Then this one’s got your name written all over it.

A leading operation in the heavy equipment and container handling sector is looking for a highly skilled

National Technical Specialist

to drive equipment reliability, technical excellence, and operational performance across multiple sites.

This is not your average workshop role. We’re looking for a senior technical powerhouse with deep OEM knowledge, strong troubleshooting capability, and the leadership presence to mentor technicians while keeping critical operations moving.

What You’ll Be Doing

Providing advanced technical support on container handling and heavy material handling equipment

Diagnosing complex mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and CANBUS system faults

Leading root cause analysis and implementing long-term corrective solutions

Supporting commissioning, upgrades, retrofits, and equipment optimisation

Driving preventive maintenance and reliability improvement initiatives

Managing warranty claims and OEM compliance processes

Training and mentoring field technicians and operational teams

Ensuring full compliance with safety, health, and legislative requirements

Equipment Exposure Required You must have proven hands‑on experience working with:

Konecranes Reach Stackers

Terberg Tractors

Heavy material handling equipment

OEM diagnostic tools and software

Minimum Requirements

National Diploma / Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering OR

Qualified Diesel Mechanic / Earthmoving Equipment Mechanic / Millwright

Experience Required

Minimum 10 years’ experience within heavy equipment, port, terminal, container depot, or logistics environments

Strong expertise in:

Diesel engines&emissions systems

High‑pressure hydraulic systems

Electrical&electronic control systems

Technical diagnostics&fault finding

Reading schematics and OEM manuals

What Will Make You Stand Out

Strong analytical and problem‑solving ability

Ability to work independently under pressure

Technical leadership and mentoring capability

High attention to detail and accountability

Safety‑first mindset

Why This Opportunity? This role offers the chance to work at a strategic technical level where your expertise genuinely impacts operational uptime, reliability, and business performance. If you thrive in high‑performance environments and enjoy solving complex technical challenges, this is your lane.

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