TIYANE MASINGI
Diesel Mechanic
Johannesburg
Summary
A young and vibrant individual Diesel Mechanic with a strong background of fault finding ,troubleshooting ,overhauling and reconditioning units such as engines ,gearboxes and differential.Perform breakdown duties on trucks,busses and generators with the mandate of prioritizing the customer .with a strong desire of learning and knowledgeable about pneumatics ,I now want venture into Earth-Moving so I can advance my Hydraulics knowledge with the aim of being certified as a Earth-Moving Mechanic.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Diesel Mechanic
Scania
04.2026 - Current
- Implemented preventative maintenance schedules, reducing vehicle downtime and increasing fleet availability.
- Determined cost-effective solutions to mechanical issues, saving company money.
- Adhered to safety regulations while servicing vehicles, preventing injuries and accidents.
- Analyzed engine faults in buses and trucks, identifying potential causes and determining needed repairs.
- Perform routine maintenance on Scania trucks ,Variable busses and Generators .
Diesel Mechanic Apprentice
Scania
01.2023 - 03.2026
- Perform basic service,repairs and maintenance on trucks, buses and generators.
- Participate in tailored trade training programs with Registered Training Provider required for development of skills and knowledge.
- Assist Technicians with attending breakdowns.
- As a 3rd year apprentice all the duties
Production Operator
Scania SA Plant
05.2021 - 12.2022
- Making sure that the air guns pneumatic pipes are maintained and safe to use.
- Read and analyze drawing and schematic diagrams for new variants.
- Fit and connect pneumatic braking valves on to the chassis
Work Integrated Learning (P1 and P2)
Resolution Circle
06.2019 - 12.2020
- Ensuring that tools, equipment and materials are available on site for artisans
- Planning and documenting maintenance, work orders and completing job cards.
- Perform maintenance and projects under supervision of maintenance Technicians.
Education
Advanced Diploma - Mechanical, Material Technology
UNISA
08.2026
National Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Tshwane University of Technology
12.2020
Diesel Mechanics N1-N3 -
Lephalale TVET College
12.2016
National Senior Certificate-Grade 12 - Agricultural Technology
Settlers Agricultural High School
12.2015
Skills
Component disassembly
Component reconditioning
Brake system repair
Engine diagnostics
Electrical troubleshooting
Microsoft Office
Driver's License Code B
Multilingual
Technical drawings analysis
References
- Sibusiso Cakucaku
Sales support specialist at Scania
Sibusiso.cakucaku@scania.com
+27 (87) 286 -6707
- Ntwanano Mthombeni
Supervisor/Journeyman at Scania
Ntwanano.mthombeni@scania.com
+27 (73) 667-6769
SOFT SKILLS
- Computer-Aided Design: SolidWorks
- Overhead crane operator.
- Excellence Microsoft Office literate
- Driver's License Code B
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
- Ability to work on own initiative
- Proven to work well under pressure with time management.
- Multilingual
- Strong ability of using tools
Certification
Occupation Diesel Mechanics Trade
Timeline
Diesel Mechanic
Scania
04.2026 - Current
Diesel Mechanic Apprentice
Scania
01.2023 - 03.2026
Production Operator
Scania SA Plant
05.2021 - 12.2022
Work Integrated Learning (P1 and P2)
Resolution Circle
06.2019 - 12.2020
National Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Tshwane University of Technology
Advanced Diploma - Mechanical, Material Technology
UNISA
Diesel Mechanics N1-N3 -
Lephalale TVET College
National Senior Certificate-Grade 12 - Agricultural Technology
Settlers Agricultural High School