Vehicle Technician

On Line Personnel; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

On Line Personnel is seeking a Vehicle Technician in Gqeberha (PE). The role requires a Grade 12/equivalent, MERSETA motor vehicle qualification, a completed motor trade apprenticeship and a valid SA driver’s license.

English communication skills are essential for written and verbal tasks. The technician will diagnose faults, service electronic components, and use modern diagnostic equipment while maintaining high standards and timeliness in servicing vehicles.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 qualification/ equivalent (essential)
• An accredited motor vehicle technical qualification at a recognised institution (MERSETA/similar)
• A fully completed motor trade apprenticeship (MERSETA)
• A valid South African driver’s license and own reliable transport
• Verbal and written communication skills in English

Responsibilities

• Ensure sufficient productive hours are sold compared to productive hours available
• Ensure the preparation, servicing and repairs of all vehicles within the workshop are done according to standard
• Provide a diagnostic service for workshop vehicles (e.g. steering, brakes, transmission, drive train, fuel systems, electronic components etc.)
• Make use of modern diagnostic equipment to maximize effective vehicle service and to interpret findings
• Diagnose faults by utilising Diagnostic Equipment
• Service all required electronic equipment
• Ensure all work on job cards are completed to specification and recorded accurately
• Discuss and explain service details with customers as and when required
• Achieve a continuous high performance work ethic of detail and deadline orientation
• Ensure service comebacks are eliminated based on negligent work performed

Skills

Driver's license

English communication

Education

Grade 12 / equivalent

MERSETA accredited motor vehicle qualification

Motor trade apprenticeship (MERSETA)

Job description

Job Position: Vehicle Technician
Ref: 5306
Location: PE/Gqeberha
Salary: Commensurate with experience + incentive + standby incentive

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Grade 12 qualification/ equivalent (essential)
• An accredited motor vehicle technical qualification at a recognised institution (MERSETA/similar)
• A fully completed motor trade apprenticeship (MERSETA)
• A valid South African driver’s license and own reliable transport
• Verbal and written communication skills in English

Key Performance Areas:

• Ensure sufficient productive hours are sold compared to productive hours available
• Ensure the preparation, servicing and repairs of all vehicles within the workshop are done according to standard
• Provide a diagnostic service for workshop vehicles (e.g. steering, brakes, transmission, drive train, fuel systems, electronic components etc.)
• Make use of modern diagnostic equipment to maximize effective vehicle service and to interpret findings
• Diagnose faults by utilising Diagnostic Equipment
• Service all required electronic equipment
• Ensure all work on job cards are completed to specification and recorded accurately
• Discuss and explain service details with customers as and when required
• Achieve a continuous high performance work ethic of detail and deadline orientation
• Ensure service comebacks are eliminated based on negligent work performed