SMH Diesel Mechanic Apprenticeship(Pipeline)

Daimler Truck Southern Africa Ltd; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive company is seeking a motivated Diesel Mechanic Apprentice to join their Centurion Workshop. This position offers an excellent opportunity for trainees to gain hands-on experience and develop their skills under the guidance of qualified technicians. Successful candidates must have a passion for commercial vehicles and solid educational qualifications in automotive engineering. This apprenticeship will focus on both practical skills and customer service excellence.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent qualifications required.
• Technical knowledge essential for the role.
• Computer literacy is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on commercial vehicles under supervision.
• Provide excellent customer service and ensure vehicle care.
• Maintain accurate job cards and records.

Skills

Integrity

Teamwork

Follow-through skills

Self-driven

Interpersonal skills

Education

Grade 12 with Mathematics, Science & English

Technical Matric

N2 in Mechanical Engineering

N2 Diesel - Motor Mechanic

Tools

Computer Literacy

Job description

Tasks

About Us

Sandown Motor Holdings (SMH), a subsidiary of Daimler Truck Southern Africa Ltd, is excited to announce a challenging opportunity for a dynamic and motivated Diesel Mechanic Apprentice to join our team at the Centurion Sandown Workshop. SMH is looking for a candidate who has a passion for commercial vehicles and is aspiring to become a qualified diesel technician.

Job Overview

This apprenticeship provides an opportunity to grow in the diesel mechanic trade field. The candidate will work under the supervision of a qualified technician.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Maintenance support:
   • Ensure work carried out is authorized by relevant stakeholders.
   • Meet DTSA prescribed flat rate times for repairs and services as a minimum standard, applying technical skills productively and efficiently.
   • Carry out repairs as per job card.
   • Seek supervisory support and advice when necessary during repairs.
2. Customer service:
   • Ensure utmost care of customer vehicles and property.
   • Meet customer care standards at all times.
   • Inform the Foreman and Service Advisor of potential issues and delays.
   • Use seat covers at all times.
   • Apply quality workmanship according to DTSA standards.
   • Secure replaced parts and make them available for customer inspection.
3. Administration and cost control:
   • Complete job cards accurately.
   • Conduct fault finding and report to relevant stakeholders.
   • Adhere to warranty, maintenance, and dealer standards.
   • Record hours worked accurately, noting any unclocked time in writing on the job card and signed by the foreman.
   • Record material usage accurately.
   • Attach ‘picking slips’ to the job card.
   • Follow warranty and parts control systems.
   • Handle vehicles carefully to avoid damage.
   • Minimize wastage of materials, oils, and fluids.
   • Submit completed job cards with relevant documents immediately after job completion.
4. Housekeeping, SHE adherence:
   • Use tools and equipment correctly and maintain them as per guidelines.
   • Maintain good housekeeping and keep work bays organized.
   • Comply with SHE and statutory requirements.
   • Familiarize with and follow company policies and procedures.
5. Self-development:
   • Take responsibility for learning and development, including on and off-the-job training.
   • Adhere to learnership/apprenticeship agreements with MERSETA.
   • Ensure timely submission of training assessment portfolios.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 with Mathematics, Science & English / Technical Matric / N2 in Mechanical Engineering/ N2 Diesel - Motor Mechanic
• Computer Literacy
• Technical Knowledge

Skills & Personal Attributes:

• Integrity
• Teamwork
• Follow-through skills
• Self-driven and resilient
• Ability to cope with pressure
• Interpersonal skills (emotional maturity / cross-functional collaboration)

Special Knowledge:

• Knowledge of commercial vehicles and related automotive knowledge

Please note: This advertisement aims to build a pipeline of potential candidates. When an apprenticeship position becomes available, applications submitted through this listing will be reviewed for consideration.

Other Important Information:

• Foreign nationals must qualify for a work visa/permit as per the Immigration Act 13, 2002.
• Employment Equity Plan in accordance with the Employment Equity Act, No 58, 1998, including the code of good practice on employing people with disabilities.

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