Eril Naidoo

Qualified Senior Diesel Mechanic with over 23 years of experience in fleet maintenance, mechanical repairs, and workshop operations within the supply chain and logistics industry. Experienced in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining light motor vehicles, commercial vehicles, heavy-duty trucks, forklifts, and Material Handling Equipment (MHE). Possesses strong leadership and supervisory skills with proven experience managing workshop staff, assistant mechanics, and junior mechanics.

Committed to maintaining high safety standards, minimizing equipment downtime, and ensuring operational efficiency.

Senior Diesel Mechanic - SA Cargo (Formerly Greystones Cargo Systems)

(2003)

• Perform maintenance, servicing, and repairs on a wide range of diesel and petrol-powered vehicles and equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and engine-related faults.
• Conduct preventative maintenance to reduce downtime and improve operational efficiency.
• Maintain and repair heavy-duty trucks, commercial vehicles, forklifts, and Material Handling Equipment (MHE).
• Ensure vehicles and equipment comply with safety and operational standards.
• Supervise workshop staff, assistant mechanics, and junior mechanics.
• Provide technical guidance and on-the-job training to workshop personnel.
• Manage maintenance schedules and coordinate repair activities.
• Monitor workshop productivity and ensure quality workmanship.
• Assist with inventory control and procurement of spare parts.
• Support supply chain and logistics operations by ensuring fleet and equipment availability.
• Over 23 years of dedicated service with the same organisation.
• Progressed to a Senior Diesel Mechanic role through demonstrated technical expertise and leadership.
• Developed extensive experience in fleet maintenance, workshop management, and logistics support operations.
• Successfully supervised and mentored workshop personnel while maintaining high maintenance standards.