Hybrid and EV Technician (Light Vehicles)

This independent service workshop in Atlantis needs a qualified mechanic who can handle services, repairs and electrical faults. Expect to be trusted with real work from your first week.

You'll be based at an independent service workshop in Atlantis. Living nearby, or on a taxi route to it, really helps. Shifts rotate, so you'll need to be flexible about days and nights.

• Diagnose engine, ABS and airbag faults with an OBD-II diagnostic scanner
• Coach the apprentice on your bay through basic services
• Update control unit software when the manufacturer releases a campaign
• 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
• Do wheel alignments and balancing on the alignment bay
• 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
• Your own basic toolbox
• Neat with customer vehicles: seat covers, floor mats and no grease marks
• At least 3 years as a qualified mechanic in a dealership or workshop
• Code 08 licence so you can road test cars

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

• Staff discount on parts and services
• Productivity bonus on sold hours above target
• Manufacturer training courses paid by the dealer

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