Qualified Motor Mechanic (Passenger Vehicle Dealership) – Experienced

Fix it right the first time: that is the job at this franchised passenger vehicle dealership in Tembisa. This role rewards consistency more than flash.

You'll be based at a franchised passenger vehicle dealership in Tembisa. Living nearby, or on a taxi route to it, really helps. The first two weeks are spent shadowing someone experienced.

• Quote extra work you find and pass it to the service advisor for approval
• Do wheel alignments and balancing on the alignment bay
• Carry out roadworthy pre-checks on lights, brakes and steering
• Update control unit software when the manufacturer releases a campaign
• Write clear job card notes on what you found and what you fixed
• Replace clutches, brake pads, discs, shocks and timing belts

• 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
• 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

• Brand-specific training certificates from a manufacturer academy
• Air-conditioning regas experience with SAQCC Gas registration
• Automatic gearbox or DSG repair experience

• Manufacturer training courses paid by the dealer
• Pay at or above the motor industry bargaining council rates
• Tool allowance or tool insurance
• Productivity bonus on sold hours above target

• 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.