Qualified Commercial Vehicle Airbrake Technician - Pretoria, Centurion

Recruiter:

Select Motor Recruitment

Job Ref:

JHB000769/DP

Date posted:

Monday, February 16, 2026

Location:

Pretoria, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Remuneration: Market Related dependent on skill set, knowledge, and experience

Purpose Of The Job:

Our client is seeking a Qualified Commercial Vehicle Airbrake Technician to join their technical team. The successful candidate will be responsible for diagnosing, repairing and maintaining air brake systems on trucks and trailers, ensuring optimal safety and compliance standards. This role requires strong technical expertise, fault-finding ability and hands-on experience within the heavy-duty vehicle sector.

POSITION INFO:
Responsibilities and Key Roles:
Key Roles

Air Brake Technician
Trailer Mechanic
Diesel Mechanic
Brake & Electrical Fitter

Key Responsibilities

Diagnose and troubleshoot air brake systems on trucks and trailers
Replace and repair air valves, air pipes and related components
Repair and service air compressors
Repair air brake valves and system components
Conduct brake performance testing and system inspections
Perform preventative maintenance to ensure vehicle safety and compliance
Advanced fault finding on truck and trailer brake and electrical systems
Ensure all repairs meet OEM and roadworthy standards

Requirements:

Minimum 5 years’ experience working on commercial vehicles (trucks and trailers)
Proven experience with air brake systems, ABS and EBS systems
Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Qualifications:

Trade Test (Red Seal / Section 13) OR N3 Mechanical Engineering
Basic Airbrake – Trailer ABS
Advanced Airbrake – Trailer EBS
Advanced Fault Finding – Trucks & Trailers (WABCO training advantageous)

Please note only candidates with the required experience will be contacted and considered. If you are not contacted within 14 days from application, kindly consider your application as unsuccessful.
Applications will only be considered from candidates who meet the specified criteria as per the job spec. If you do not meet the requirements, Select Motor Recruitment reserves the right not to respond to your application.

Applications should be submitted no later than 2 weeks from advertising.

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