Automotive Technician (Diagnostics)

Good with a scan tool and a torque wrench? This fleet maintenance workshop in Pietermaritzburg needs you in a bay. Expect to be trusted with real work from your first week.

You'll report in Pietermaritzburg. Relocation is not covered for this one. The first two weeks are spent shadowing someone experienced.

• Carry out roadworthy pre-checks on lights, brakes and steering
• Quote extra work you find and pass it to the service advisor for approval
• Road test vehicles before and after repairs
• Update control unit software when the manufacturer releases a campaign
• Replace clutches, brake pads, discs, shocks and timing belts

• Motor mechanic trade test certificate (Red Seal) or occupational certificate at NQF 4
• Able to meet flat-rate or sold-hour targets
• Code 08 licence so you can road test cars
• Neat with customer vehicles: seat covers, floor mats and no grease marks

• High-voltage hybrid or EV safety training
• Brand-specific training certificates from a manufacturer academy
• Automatic gearbox or DSG repair experience

• Manufacturer training courses paid by the dealer
• Tool allowance or tool insurance
• Pay at or above the motor industry bargaining council rates

• Do not leave gaps unexplained. Say if you were working for yourself or doing mobile repairs.
• Attach manufacturer training certificates. They can move you up a technician grade and pay band.