Master Technician (Premium Brand Dealership)

Fix it right the first time: that is the job at this franchised passenger vehicle dealership in Tzaneen. It's the kind of job where doing the basics well every day gets you noticed.

This post is in Tzaneen (Limpopo). Please only apply if you can travel there daily. Weekend work is on a roster, so you won't be on every weekend.

• Road test vehicles before and after repairs
• Carry out scheduled services to the manufacturer's checklist and interval
• Replace clutches, brake pads, discs, shocks and timing belts
• Keep your bay, tools and special service tools clean and counted
• Coach the apprentice on your bay through basic services
• Carry out roadworthy pre-checks on lights, brakes and steering
• Update control unit software when the manufacturer releases a campaign

• 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
• Able to meet flat-rate or sold-hour targets
• At least 3 years as a qualified mechanic in a dealership or workshop

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

• Tool allowance or tool insurance
• Staff discount on parts and services
• Manufacturer training courses paid by the dealer
• 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.
• Attach manufacturer training certificates. They can move you up a technician grade and pay band.