Apprentice Motor Mechanic (merSETA)

Fix it right the first time: that is the job at this fleet maintenance workshop in Centurion. It's the kind of job where doing the basics well every day gets you noticed.

This post is in Centurion (Gauteng). Please only apply if you can travel there daily. Most weeks are 45 hours, in line with the BCEA.

• Quote extra work you find and pass it to the service advisor for approval
• Keep your bay, tools and special service tools clean and counted
• Carry out roadworthy pre-checks on lights, brakes and steering
• Write clear job card notes on what you found and what you fixed
• Replace clutches, brake pads, discs, shocks and timing belts
• Coach the apprentice on your bay through basic services
• Road test vehicles before and after repairs

• Able to meet flat-rate or sold-hour targets
• Confident with diagnostic scan tools and wiring diagrams
• Neat with customer vehicles: seat covers, floor mats and no grease marks
• Code 08 licence so you can road test cars
• At least 3 years as a qualified mechanic in a dealership or workshop

• High-voltage hybrid or EV safety training
• Air-conditioning regas experience with SAQCC Gas registration

• Productivity bonus on sold hours above target
• Tool allowance or tool insurance
• Staff discount on parts and services

• Put your trade test date and the car brands you know best at the top of your CV.
• Do not leave gaps unexplained. Say if you were working for yourself or doing mobile repairs.