Summary Statement:

The purpose of this position is to be a Lifting Machinery inspector in terms of the Engineering Profession Act,2000 Act no 46of 2000.  – To load test and certification of material handling equipment (Forklifts) on company and customer premises in a timely and cost-effective manner so that customer and company requirements are met; maintaining of vehicle records.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills Education / Training and Experience Requirement(s):

• The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, education / training and experience required for this position:
• Matric, Grade 12 or equivalent qualification with 4 years LMI Experience
• Registered as: Lifting Machinery inspector in terms of the Engineering Profession Act,2000 Act no 46of 2000.
• Qualified Diesel and/or Petrol Mechanic, plus experience with forklifts or similar material handling equipment; or Qualified Forklift Mechanic; or Qualified Auto Electrician with mechanical experience and abilities.
• Qualified forklift technician, plus experience of minimum of 5 years with forklift or similar material handling equipment; or qualified Forklift Mechanic
• General working knowledge of auto electrical system (ignition, starting, charging, illumination)

Key Performance Areas:

To perform this job successfully, the appointed individual must be able to perform each essential duty / key performance area satisfactorily. This list of key performance areas is not exhaustive and may be changed / supplemented to accommodate business needs from time to time:

• Perform accurate diagnosis / troubleshooting in event of breakdown of equipment; communicate what repairs are needed by advising customer and/or supervisor.
• Maintains vehicle maintenance and operational data / history by updating and timeously communication information that must go on record.
• Provide complete customer satisfaction in a polite and professional manner.
• Ensure proper communication between self, workshop staff (supervisor and controller).
• Ensure OHSACT & ASEC requirements are met in all actions on company & customers premises; maintains a safe work environment by verifying vehicle safety device operations, following standards and procedures and in general complying with legal regulation.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.
• Must be willing to travel to remote areas.
• Excellent work ethic – honest, reliable, hardworking, dedicated and takes pride in work carried out.
• Highly developed prioritising and multi-tasking skills; strong sense of urgency; problem solving and decision-making skills.
  Excellent communication skills with people at all levels in an organization
• Dedication to service excellence in every aspect of work carried out, strong focus on attention to detail and accuracy.
  Excellent communication skills with people at all levels in an organisation – must be able to converse fluently and comfortably in English; must be able to read and write English.
• Ability to work with little or no supervision and still complete tasks timeously; enthusiastic, self-motivated and can use own initiative.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to understand and follow safety measures and precautions.
• Ability to interpret and apply technical information.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, diagrams, operations manuals and manufacturer’s specifications.
• Ability to identify and correctly utilise relevant diagnostic equipment and specialised tools.
• Willingness and capability to continue learning and growing with new technology and models.
• Ability to receive constructive criticism.
• Maintain work area in clean and orderly condition.
• Ability to understand and follow safety measures and precautions.
• Ability to function effectively in a group and add value to the team / environment. 
• Ability to work under extreme pressure.
• Ability to manage own time – to work according to a schedule and complete set tasks in time.
• Must have high energy levels and general good health – must be declared