Automotive Petrol Qualified Technician

Sig Labour Corporate; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive company seeks an Automotive Petrol Qualified Technician in Johannesburg. The successful candidate will perform repairs and services following manufacturer standards while mentoring apprentices. Candidates should have experience with multiple vehicle brands and a comprehensive set of personal hand tools for optimal performance.

Qualifications

• Must be qualified as an Automotive Petrol Technician.
• Experience with brands like Citroen, Jeep, Opel, Peugeot, Alfa Romeo, Abarth preferred.
• Must possess a complete set of personal tools.

Responsibilities

• Repair and service vehicles according to manufacturer specifications.
• Determine required parts and ensure correct orders.
• Mentor apprentices while maintaining workshop cleanliness.

Skills

Automotive repair

Vehicle servicing

Technical specifications adherence

Problem-solving

Mentorship

Safety compliance

Education

Automotive Petrol Qualification

Tools

Personal hand tools

Job description

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB : Must be an Automotive Petrol Qualified Technician, preferably experienced with the following brands: Citroen, Jeep, Opel, Peugeot, Alfa Romeo, Abarth. Responsible for repairing and servicing motor vehicles according to manufacturer standards and specifications.

MAIN JOB FUNCTIONS :

1. Determine parts required for service or repairs and ensure correct parts are ordered.
2. Report any additional work needed to the foreman promptly.
3. Obtain authorization before performing additional work or fitting parts costing more than approximately R.00.
4. Seek technical information from the foreman on complex jobs.
5. Follow strictly the technical specifications laid down by manufacturers.
6. Perform duties in accordance with manufacturer standards and workshop policies.
7. Write concise descriptions of all work performed on the back of the job card, including causes and corrections.
8. Ensure old parts are stored properly, tagged when necessary, and returned if warranty work is involved.
9. Record oils and consumables used on the job card.
10. Maintain vehicle cleanliness and use seat and fender covers.
11. Keep the work area safe, clean, and organized.
12. Accurately record time worked on the timesheet promptly after completing each task.
13. Report faulty or broken equipment to the foreman.
14. Use special tools and equipment carefully and maintain them in good condition.
15. Possess and maintain a complete set of personal hand tools as per M.I.F., in good working order.
16. Repair vehicles according to specifications within the flat rate time.
17. Mentor apprentices and learners, ensuring they acquire the necessary skills, and inspect their work.
18. Maintain a neat appearance and foster cordial relationships with workshop staff.
19. Ensure customer vehicles are not used improperly, and accessories are not tampered with.
20. Keep components, parts, and accessories organized, safely stored, and recorded for proper recognition and reassembly.
21. Handle tools and equipment responsibly, signing them out when used and keeping them in good order.

The job description emphasizes adherence to safety, quality standards, and proper vehicle handling. It appears comprehensive and focused on the role of an automotive technician.