Apprentice Motor Mechanic (merSETA)

This fast-fit tyre and service centre in Gqeberha needs a qualified mechanic who can handle services, repairs and electrical faults. It's a practical job: you'll see what you got done before you go home.

Location: Gqeberha, Eastern Cape. Applicants who already live in the area get looked at first.

• Quote extra work you find and pass it to the service advisor for approval
• Carry out roadworthy pre-checks on lights, brakes and steering
• Write clear job card notes on what you found and what you fixed
• Coach the apprentice on your bay through basic services
• Carry out scheduled services to the manufacturer's checklist and interval
• Diagnose engine, ABS and airbag faults with an OBD-II diagnostic scanner

• Your own basic toolbox
• Motor mechanic trade test certificate (Red Seal) or occupational certificate at NQF 4
• Code 08 licence so you can road test cars
• Confident with diagnostic scan tools and wiring diagrams
• Able to meet flat-rate or sold-hour targets
• At least 3 years as a qualified mechanic in a dealership or workshop

• Tool allowance or tool insurance
• Staff discount on parts and services
• Pay at or above the motor industry bargaining council rates
• Productivity bonus on sold hours above target

• Do not leave gaps unexplained. Say if you were working for yourself or doing mobile repairs.
• If you hit or beat your sold-hour target, say by how much. Workshop managers love that number.