Automatic Gearbox Technician

Good with a scan tool and a torque wrench? This independent service workshop in Brackenfell needs you in a bay. You'll work with a small crew, so being easy to work with matters as much as skill.

This post is Brackenfell-based, with most of your time spent at an independent service workshop.

• Carry out scheduled services to the manufacturer's checklist and interval
• Quote extra work you find and pass it to the service advisor for approval
• Do wheel alignments and balancing on the alignment bay
• Diagnose engine, ABS and airbag faults with an OBD-II diagnostic scanner
• Keep your bay, tools and special service tools clean and counted
• Road test vehicles before and after repairs

• Code 08 licence so you can road test cars
• Confident with diagnostic scan tools and wiring diagrams
• Motor mechanic trade test certificate (Red Seal) or occupational certificate at NQF 4
• Your own basic toolbox

• High-voltage hybrid or EV safety training
• Automatic gearbox or DSG repair experience

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

• If you hit or beat your sold-hour target, say by how much. Workshop managers love that number.
• Put your trade test date and the car brands you know best at the top of your CV.