Project Coordinator

First Degree Recruitment; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive firm in Pretoria is seeking a Workshop Project Coordinator to manage operations and staff within the workshop. The ideal candidate must possess a Trade Test qualification, significant mechanic experience, and strong troubleshooting skills. Key responsibilities include preparing quotations, managing workshop flow, and overseeing staff performance. Candidates should be fluent in English and Afrikaans and willing to work after hours. Competitive salary and dynamic working environment offered.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ mechanic experience, with minimum 2 years managing a workshop and staff.
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills in mechanics.
• Fluent in English and Afrikaans.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quotations on vehicles, engines, and mines.
• Manage workshop operations including mechanical and engineering flow line.
• Oversee staff performance, planning, training, and development.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Diagnostic skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

NQF 4 / N1–N3

Trade Test qualification (Diesel Mechanic – Red Seal)

Matric or equivalent

Job description

Overview

We have a Workshop Project Coordinator vacancy at a Automotive company in Pretoria.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quotations on vehicles, engines, and mines (thoroughness essential).
• Identify engine parts, evaluate recondition ability, and advise on repairs.
• Manage workshop operations including mechanical, engineering, and auto-electrical flow line.
• Assist with sourcing parts and liaise with suppliers and other project managers for availability.
• Oversee staff performance, planning, training, and development of technicians.
• Handle queries on parts, orders, and invoices; provide excellent customer service.
• Ensure ISO health and safety policies are adhered to; manage staff PPE.
• Monitor workshop condition (housekeeping, cleanliness, safety, equipment).
• Provide technical support, assist with diagnostics, and check progress of repair orders daily.
• Manage warranties, engine builds, and quotes for mines; achieve workshop targets and report to branch manager.
• Handle minor disciplinary matters fairly and professionally.

Requirements

• NQF 4 / N1–N3 with 3–5 years’ mechanic experience (minimum 2 years managing a workshop and staff).
• Trade Test qualification (Diesel Mechanic – Red Seal).
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Experience across multiple facets of mechanics; hydraulics and auto-electrical knowledge advantageous.
• Fluent in English and Afrikaans (read, write, speak).
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to work afterhours and under pressure.
• Clear criminal record.
• Matric or equivalent.
• Driver\'s license.

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