Hybrid and EV Technician (Light Vehicles) – Experienced

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

You'll report in Soweto. Relocation is not covered for this one. You'll start with a short induction before working on your own.

• Quote extra work you find and pass it to the service advisor for approval
• Coach the apprentice on your bay through basic services
• Update control unit software when the manufacturer releases a campaign
• Do wheel alignments and balancing on the alignment bay
• Write clear job card notes on what you found and what you fixed
• Carry out scheduled services to the manufacturer's checklist and interval
• 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
• Neat with customer vehicles: seat covers, floor mats and no grease marks
• Your own basic toolbox
• Confident with diagnostic scan tools and wiring diagrams

• 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
• Staff discount on parts and services
• Pay at or above the motor industry bargaining council rates

• Attach manufacturer training certificates. They can move you up a technician grade and pay band.
• If you hit or beat your sold-hour target, say by how much. Workshop managers love that number.