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Gideon Francois Slabbert

Gideon Francois Slabbert

Vereeniging ,AUK

Summary

I am a highly skilled, experienced and certified Diesel Mechanic with over19 years of hands-on experience in the field and recently obtained my Red Seal Certificate which I have attached for your perusal. I have a strong knowledge of my trade and am an expert at troubleshooting and diagnosing problems. I am certified and experienced in performing repairs and maintenance on petrol and diesel engines. I am thorough and pay attention to detail and I am also familiar with health and safety protocols in a workshop. I am fluent in English and Afrikaans. Afrikaans being my first language.

Overview

2023
2023
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Owner / Diesel and Petrol mechanic

Betas Auto
  • Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical, electrical
  • Engine overhauls
  • Gearbox overhauls
  • Clutch repair and replacements
  • Diffs
  • All vehicles including Ford ranger land-rover Mercedes BMW
  • All motorcycle up to 1300
  • Tractors
  • Heavy trucks Engine rebuilds diffs and gearbox repairs Mercedes Scania frightliner.
  • Hydraulic systems
  • Air brakes
  • Auto electrical

Auto Mechanic & Engine Assembler

Muscle Automotive Engineering
01.2021 - 01.2023
  • Automotive engineering
  • Engine blocks & cylinder head engineering and rebuilds
  • Engine rebuilds on all tipes of engines from light Comercial vehicles to heavy trucks and Tractor engines

Diesel and Petrol Mechanic

RA Auto Vereeniging
01.2018 - 01.2021
  • Overhauling Ford Ranger, Eco Sport, Fiesta, Audi and VW. BMW. Mercedes Toyota. Volvo. Mitsubishi & land-rover
  • Diagnose and repair diesel & petrol engines
  • On site repairs
  • Rebuild engines and gearboxes
  • services

Owner / Diesel and Petrol mechanic

Betas Auto
01.2015 - 01.2018
  • Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical, electrical
  • Engine overhauls
  • Gearbox overhauls
  • Clutch repair and replacements
  • Diff repair
  • Starter and alternator repairs
  • Perform vehicle inspections and pre-trip inspections

Petrol and Diesel Mechanic

KPG Surfacing and Civils cc
03.2007 - 02.2009
  • Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical and hydraulic issues
  • Mercedes , frightliner. Rollers and Pavers. Front end loaders
  • Hydraulic systems and pumps

Education

Intermediate Certificate -

Afrikaans Hoërskool
Lambton, Germiston

Skills

  • Strong understanding of diesel and petrol vehicles and systems
  • Skilled in troubleshooting and diagnosing problems
  • Experience in performing repairs and maintenance on petrol and diesel engines
  • Good customer service skills
  • Knowledge and experience in the installation and repair of fuel injection systems
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Ability to work solo and in a team environment
  • Flexible working hours
  • Passion for troubleshooting and repairing engines

Certification

  • Trade Certificate Diesel Mechanic, QCTO
  • Certified of Competence Overhead Crane, SD&T

Personal Information

  • Age: 37
  • Health Status: Excellent - Non-smoker with non drinker
  • Driving License: South African Code 10 (equivalent to Class 2 NZ Driver's License)
  • Marital Status: Single
  • One child

Hobbies and Interests

  • Troubleshooting and repairing of engines as this is my passion
  • Spending quality time with my family

Timeline

Auto Mechanic & Engine Assembler

Muscle Automotive Engineering
01.2021 - 01.2023

Diesel and Petrol Mechanic

RA Auto Vereeniging
01.2018 - 01.2021

Owner / Diesel and Petrol mechanic

Betas Auto
01.2015 - 01.2018

Petrol and Diesel Mechanic

KPG Surfacing and Civils cc
03.2007 - 02.2009

Intermediate Certificate -

Afrikaans Hoërskool

Owner / Diesel and Petrol mechanic

Betas Auto

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