Apprentice Motor Mechanic (merSETA) – Experienced

You'll service, diagnose and repair cars in a busy fleet maintenance workshop in Polokwane. It suits someone who likes knowing exactly what a good day's work looks like.

Location: Polokwane, Limpopo. Applicants who already live in the area get looked at first. Hours are mostly Monday to Friday, with the odd Saturday in busy months.

• Replace clutches, brake pads, discs, shocks and timing belts
• Do wheel alignments and balancing on the alignment bay
• Carry out scheduled services to the manufacturer's checklist and interval
• Keep your bay, tools and special service tools clean and counted
• Write clear job card notes on what you found and what you fixed

• Your own basic toolbox
• Code 08 licence so you can road test cars
• Confident with diagnostic scan tools and wiring diagrams
• Neat with customer vehicles: seat covers, floor mats and no grease marks
• Motor mechanic trade test certificate (Red Seal) or occupational certificate at NQF 4
• At least 3 years as a qualified mechanic in a dealership or workshop

• High-voltage hybrid or EV safety training
• Brand-specific training certificates from a manufacturer academy
• Air-conditioning regas experience with SAQCC Gas registration

• Tool allowance or tool insurance
• Manufacturer training courses paid by the dealer
• Staff discount on parts and services
• Pay at or above the motor industry bargaining council rates

• Put your trade test date and the car brands you know best at the top of your CV.
• Attach manufacturer training certificates. They can move you up a technician grade and pay band.