Technician (Vantage Automotive Limited)

Vantage Automotive Limited; Singapore; On-site; SGD 31,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Vantage Automotive Limited, a Sime Motors Singapore partner, seeks a skilled Technician to support workshop operations and uphold the highest standards in vehicle servicing and maintenance.

You will assist with technical, safety, and administrative tasks, perform repairs per manufacturer guidelines, diagnose electrical systems including high‑voltage components, and keep clear records of work and parts used.

Qualifications

• NTC 2 or Nitec in automotive field or GCE O’ Level with relevant certifications.
• 3+ years experience in automotive industry; EV service experience desirable.
• Hands-on diagnostics, maintenance and repair with diagnostic tools.

Responsibilities

• Support daily workshop operations and uphold service standards.
• Assist foreman in technical, safety, and administrative tasks to meet franchise standards.
• Interpret, implement, and enforce safety, environmental, and industry regulations.
• Perform service and repair work per manufacturer guidelines using factory tools and manuals.
• Diagnose and repair electrical systems, including high‑voltage components.
• Prepare concise reports on completed repair jobs and update foreman on status.

Skills

Vehicle diagnostics

Electrical wiring diagrams

Automotive electronics

Diagnostics tools

Team player

Customer focus

Interpersonal skills

Education

NTC 2/Nitec in automotive

GCE O-Level with certs

Professional Certificate in Automotive Technician (Malaysia) preferred

Job description

Company : Vantage Automotive Limited "Build the Future of Automotive with Us." Vantage Automotive Limited, a proud member of Sime Motors Singapore, is the exclusive retail partner of electrical vehicle brands, BYD and Denza, as well as official distributor for Ford in Singapore. We’re not just about cars—we’re about people, innovation, and service excellence. Our Quick Lane Service Centre delivers fast, reliable roadside assistance and aftersales care, backed by a team that puts customers first. As part of Sime Group, ranked No. 25 in the Fortune Southeast Asia 500, we’re connected to a powerful network across nine markets in the Asia-Pacific region. With over 13,900 employees, Sime Motors is a leader in automotive assembly, importation, distribution, retail, and after‑sales services.

What You’ll Be Doing As a Technician

As a Technician, you will support daily workshop operations and uphold the highest standards in vehicle servicing and maintenance.

• Assist the foreman in technical, housekeeping, safety, and administrative matters to meet franchise standards for repairs and maintenance.
• Interpret, implement, and enforce safety, environmental, and industry regulations.
• Perform service and repair work according to manufacturer guidelines, using appropriate factory tools and repair manuals.
• Diagnose and repair electrical systems, including high‑voltage components.
• Report parts shortages and technical issues requiring external support to the workshop foreman.
• Prepare concise reports on completed repair jobs.
• Promptly update the foreman on job completion, collect next work orders, and clarify any doubts.
• Troubleshoot issues to support foreman in resolving customer complaints.
• Accurately clock in/out and record time to ensure productivity and compliance with manufacturer repair times.
• Ensure repairs meet "Fix It Right the First Time" standards and contribute to achieving workshop NPS targets.
• Maintain proper care of equipment and special tools.
• Comply with workshop safety procedures and warranty claim guidelines.
• Keep work bays clean, safe, and organized.
• Assist Aftersales Manager, Service Manager, Workshop Executive, Job Controller, Foreman, and Technical Executive with ad hoc tasks.

Who We’re Looking For

• Minimum NTC 2 or Nitec in Automotive‑related courses, or GCE ‘O’ Level with relevant certifications.
• Professional Certificate in Automotive Technician (Malaysia) preferred.
• At least 3 years of experience in the automotive industry.
• Experience with electric vehicle service and maintenance is highly desirable.
• Hands‑on experience in vehicle diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs using diagnostic tools.
• Knowledge of electrical wiring diagrams and automotive electronics.
• Strong interpersonal skills, quality orientation, and customer focus.
• Ability to work effectively as a team player.

Why Join Us at Sime Motors

Be part of a trusted brand with a regional footprint. Work with cutting‑edge automotive technology. Grow your career in a supportive, performance‑driven culture. Enjoy structured training, career progression, and employee benefits. Sime is a partner of choice for the world's best brands in the Automotive and Industrial Equipment sectors. We deliver sustainable value to our stakeholders through operational excellence, high performance standards and good corporate governance. Founded in 1910, Sime Darby Berhad today has a workforce of approximately 30,000 employees and a presence in 18 countries and territories across the Asia Pacific region. It is listed on the main market of Bursa Malaysia.