Automotive à Brésil

Responsible for ensuring all Press vehicle activities are conducted in accordance with relevant Company and Client standards.

Requirements :

• Grade 12 with English fluency (written and spoken)
• Relevant Technical qualification (qualified Master mechanic – red seal / certified trade tested)
• Valid Code B (08) driver’s license with no endorsement
• 5+ years relevant experience (BMW vehicles)
• Knowledge of BMW Automotive systems (vehicle layout, function and location of parts)
• Knowledge of mechanical issues, warranties, service and general repairs
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
• No criminal record

Responsibilities :

• Travel across the country for vehicle launches and press releases
• Liaise with carriers regarding press vehicle movements, and keep records of vehicle movements and routes
• Monitor vehicle registrations, tracker fitments, and smash & grab foil fitments on all vehicles in the department
• Conduct Pre-delivery servicing and inspections of all new press / fleet vehicles
• Run-in new press vehicles (2000 kms) to check for defects and evaluate driving dynamics (wheel balance, wheel alignment, drive train vibrations, rattle’s and squeaks)
• Compile technical feedback reports on faults found and general condition of press vehicles
• Complete job cards for repair work, record replaced parts, and ensure job cards are loaded onto relevant systems
• Order parts and return used parts for warranty claims
• Conduct repairs, services and maintenance activities on all fleet / press vehicles when required
• Conduct vehicle analysis and diagnostics with relevant equipment (ISIS and other BMW electronic measuring equipment)
• Liaise with relevant departments on technical issues and fleeting & de-fleeting of vehicles