Light Vehicle Mechanic

About the Role

Virtucruit is collaborating with a prominent mining company in Saudi Arabia to recruit a Light Vehicle Mechanic for their Mechanic Department. This full-time position is based in Najran and involves maintaining the company's light vehicle fleet. The role requires a hands-on mechanic with strong diagnostic capabilities to ensure safe operation, high availability, and minimal downtime of vehicles.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain the highest standards of safety, health, and environmental practices.
• Perform scheduled inspections, preventive maintenance, servicing, and repairs on light vehicles, including 4x4 pickups and utility vehicles.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, steering, suspension, braking, cooling, fuel, transmission, and driveline faults.
• Execute routine maintenance tasks such as engine oil and filter changes, lubrication, brake inspections, fluid checks, belt replacement, and battery checks.
• Utilize diagnostic scanners, multimeters, pressure gauges, and other testing equipment to identify faults and verify vehicle performance post-repair.
• Interpret vehicle wiring diagrams, workshop manuals, service schedules, technical bulletins, and OEM specifications.
• Inspect safety-critical components including tires, wheels, brakes, suspension, and steering, reporting any defects.
• Carry out component removal, replacement, adjustment, and minor overhaul work according to approved procedures.
• Conduct pre-service and post-repair road tests, when authorized, to confirm vehicle condition and repair quality.
• Respond to vehicle breakdowns in both workshop and field environments, restoring equipment to service safely and efficiently.
• Maintain good housekeeping, tool control, and safe working practices within all service areas.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, including job cards, inspection sheets, parts usage, service history, and work hours.
• Identify recurring failures and provide technical feedback to supervisors and planners to support reliability improvements.
• Ensure all repairs and maintenance adhere to company procedures, OEM standards, and applicable safety requirements.
• Support the development and training of junior mechanics and local nationals through practical coaching and knowledge transfer.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of five years (5-10 years) of practical experience in maintaining 4x4 pickups, utility vehicles, and similar light-duty vehicles.
• Demonstrated experience operating in demanding mining and field conditions.
• Strong diagnostic capabilities for light vehicles.

Compensation and Benefits

The company offers a competitive employment package, which includes a tax-free salary, short-term performance incentives, accommodation, transport, and food at the Mine Site. Full medical coverage and end-of-service benefits are also provided. Salary details will be disclosed during the interview process.