Mechanic (03 Month FTC) -Montague Gardens, Cape Town

Ellahi Consulting; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 223,000 - 268,000; Full time

Job summary

Ellahi Consulting in Cape Town seeks an experienced auto electrician for a 3-month FTC. You will perform quality service and repair work first time right, ensuring adherence to manufacturer specifications and safety standards.

The role requires five years in the field, with strong diagnostic ability, knowledge of mechanical and product details, and the ability to work within deadlines. Automotive environment and RMI workshop experience advantageous; willingness to work overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Matric certificate required; trade certificate preferred.
• Unendorsed driver’s licence required.
• Trade certificate essential.
• Five years’ experience in the field.
• Auto electrical experience advantageous.
• Five years’ experience in RMI workshop - passenger vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Ensure work reflects requested and authorised tasks with manufacturer specs.
• Use the correct tools and equipment at all times.
• Complete work according to manufacturer specifications.
• Report faults found and work completed accurately for records.
• Take care of vehicles and gear; drive safely during testing.
• Maintain a neat and professional work area.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Diagnostic ability

Quality maintenance

Communication skills

Time management

Manuals & equipment use

Basic computer literacy

Education

Matric Certificate

Unendorsed Driver’s Licence

Trade Certificate

Job description

Location

Montague Gardens, Cape Town

Salary

20k-24k pm depending on experience

Contract

03 Month contract FTC

CORE PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

The core purpose of this position is to provide quality service and repair work first time right, as efficiently and effectively as possible.

The successful candidate should strive for efficiency, proactively develop their technical knowledge, work effectively as a member of a team, and have a strong belief in quality workmanship.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Academic Qualifications

• Matric Certificate
• Unendorsed Driver’s Licence
• Trade Certificate

Work Experience

• Five years’ experience in the field
• Auto Electrical experience — advantageous
• 5yrs experience in RMI workshop - passenger vehicles

Knowledge and Skills

• Mechanical and product knowledge
• Ability to use manuals and special equipment
• Basic computer literacy
• Quality maintenance
• Good communication skills
• Strong diagnostic ability
• Ability to adhere to time constraints and deadlines

Personal Attributes

• Physical fitness to meet the physical demands of the job
• Willingness to work flexible hours and/or overtime
• Strong concern for standards and quality
• Willingness to comply with given policies, procedures and standards

KEY DELIVERABLES AND OUTPUTS

Reporting to the Workshop Manager, you will:

• Ensure work carried out reflects the requested and authorised work by using the latest technical information and ensuring excellent quality of repairs.
• Use the correct tools and equipment at all times, as per requirements.
• Ensure work is completed according to manufacturer specifications.
• Demonstrate good administrative acumen by reporting accurately on faults found and work completed, and ensuring that manufacturer work instructions and procedures are adhered to at all times.
• Take good care of customer vehicles and property by using fender and seat covers at all times and driving safely when testing vehicles.
• Maintain a professional impression at all times by taking care of your work area and ensuring it is neat and clean.