Motor Vehicle Workshop Attendant

Zambezi River Authority Original; Sunriver (OR); On-site; USD 3,200 - 4,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent & Pensionable

Job summary

A governmental authority is seeking a Motor Vehicle Workshop Attendant to ensure timely servicing and maintenance of vehicles. Candidates should have relevant trade certification and at least one year of experience. Responsibilities include assisting in repairs, maintaining a safe workspace, and managing workshop tools. Candidates are encouraged to apply by November 17, 2023, to support workplace diversity.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of relevant experience required.
• Ability to diagnose and repair motor vehicles.
• Promote safety in the workshop environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist lead mechanic in diagnosing and repairing vehicles.
• Replace worn-out parts and fluids as directed.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of the workspace.
• Safekeeping and/or disposal of motor vehicle workshop tools, oils, tyres, and other vehicle fluids.
• Operating tyre fitting and wheel balancing machine and repair punctures.
• Perform any other duties within the scope of the Job as may be assigned from time to time by the Line Supervisor.

Skills

Team Player

Innovative

Results Oriented

Reliability

Communication Skills

Education

Three ‘O’ Levels with Credits or better

Relevant Trade Certification

Job description

Motor Vehicle Workshop Attendant at Zambezi River Authority.

Country: Zambia

Due Date: Friday, November 17, 2023

Job Purpose

To ensure that Authority vehicles and other related plant and equipment are timely serviced and maintained in a safe and serviceable condition.

Responsibilities (under the supervision of the Automotive Mechanic)

• Assisting and providing support to the lead mechanic in carrying out diagnosis and repairs of motor vehicles, plant and equipment.
• Replacing worn out parts and belts, tubes and vehicle’s oil, flush and replace fluids and change bulbs under the supervision of the lead mechanic.
• Observing and promoting safety by cleaning the workspace and environment and removing hazardous materials such as oils, fuels, and other fluids.
• Safekeeping and/or disposal of motor vehicle workshop tools, oils, tyres, and other vehicle fluids.
• Operating tyre fitting and wheel balancing machine and repair punctures.
• Perform any other duties within the scope of the Job as may be assigned from time to time by the Line Supervisor.

Qualifications and Experience

General Education: Three (3) ‘O’ Levels with Credits or better.

Professional/ Academic Qualifications: Relevant Trade Certification.

Experience: One (1) year of relevant experience.

Other Key Competences: Team Player, Innovative, Results Oriented, Reliability and Communication Skills.

Employment type: Permanent and Pensionable.

Application Procedure: Written application letters together with detailed CVs and certified photocopies of academic & professional certificates should be forwarded to: Senior Manager-Human Resource and Administration, Zambezi River Authority, Kariba House, 32 Cha Cha Cha Road, P O Box 30322, LUSAKA. Closing date for receiving applications will be 17th November 2023.

Female candidates are encouraged to apply to support workplace gender equity and equality.