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Job Description	To Diagnose faults, repair and conduct set vehicle services vehicles according to prescribed standards of OEM South Africa Deliver high quality technical expertise to satisfy customers and honor Distributor Service delivery values. Adhere to Company’s and bran South Africa policies, procedures, expectations regarding your position as Diagnostic/Master Technician.
Specific Role Responsibilities	• To carry out diagnostic work and support mechanics as set out by the Foreman to carry out fault diagnosis to aid and speed vehicle servicing • To take steps to ensure servicing of vehicle, remains within the targeted percentages of the manufacturers' time • To discuss matters with service advisors and customers as required and provide lucid explanations • To ensure standards maintained with vehicle care and safety whilst performing functions • To ensure vehicles are returned to the customer after service in a neat and clean condition • To recommend purchase of capital equipment Admin functions: • To complete forms and documentation included in the company's service routine • To draft and prepare any reports required • Mentor apprentices, sign off logbooks and evaluate their technical ability. • Ensure effective communication with staff, across departments, with customers and service providers Willingness to participate in marketing campaigns when required for the furtherance of the business.
Qualifications and Experience	• Grade 12 • N6 trade certificate or Olifantsfontein motor mechanic trade papers or must be qualified on the CBMT level system • The following qualifications will be advantageous: • Health and safety related qualification.
Skills and Personal Attributes Also send cv's to mervyn@bonafidehc.co.za	• Mechanical insight. • OEM required technical training course successfully mastered, Porsche, BMW or Mercedes training is also acceptable. • Problem solving and motor vehicle fault finding skills. Mental alertness. • Meticulous. • Team player and Interpersonal competence. Customer orientated. • Decision making and action orientated. • Need excellent - Fix right first time track record. • Knowledge of German OEM SA operating computer programs ODIS, Elsapro. • Be able to use Manufacturer diagnostic equipment / computer (Vas Machines) 2 - 3 Year technician experience • German vehicle product training. • Have sound English communication and writing skills to accurately record findings and work on job cards. • Need computer skills. also email cv's to mervyn@bonafidehc.co.za

Purpose Our motor dealership client in Nelspruit  is looking to employ a Finance Manager. The role include to plan, manage and monitor the implementation of all financial management practices, activities and processes in order to deliver on approved operational financial plans and to continuously enhance service delivery. Provide direction, review and report up the line.

To ensure the accurate completion of all reporting requirements and management accounts according to best practice accounting principles.

GENERIC JOB OUTPUTS PROCESS AND GOVERNANCE Contribute to the development of the appropriate strategy and set target within area of accountability. Define standard operating procedures (SOP's). Implement and manage end­to­end processes. Manage all operational risk and risk mitigation initiatives. Monitor and report on progress against operational plan and make adjustment where required. Plan, manage and monitor governance compliance processes in area of accountability in order to manage risks and expose liabilities. Resolve problems with the necessary discretion and guidelines. Conduct reconciliation of vehicles, parts, and service assets, verify against accounting records and address all anomalies with senior line management Manage the security of all assets (including cash) in line with approved policies, processes and procedures. Manage the security of all assets within direct control, i.e. cash, fixed assets, in line with approved policies, processes and procedures. Monitor and evaluate financial processes for quality and effectiveness and notify stakeholders accordingly. Perform reconciliations of financial records to enable verification of the validity of transactions and the appropriate action where required. Prepare accurate and timeous reporting in respect of key performance metrics and recommendations to improve operational efficiency. Prepare the accurate, timeous and effective input of remuneration including incentives, structures and deductions in compliance with organisational policy. FINANCE Manage financial activities in line with approved policies and procedures. Manage, monitor and report on budget variances and provide solutions. Authorise and approve all payment and ensure compliancy in terms of company policies. Compile management accounts, including, budgets, cash flows, variance analysis and commentaries. Ensure accurate billing in respect of accounts and charges, and identify opportunities for saving initiatives. Ensure all reconciliations are complied and reviewed. Ensure effective and efficient administration of operational costs within budget, identify areas of financial and operational risk and escalate appropriately. Identify opportunities to minimise cost or increase revenue. Manage outstanding debtors, cash sales and work in progress to ensure collections are up to date and all risks are identified and actioned Manage the sales process around vehicle stock books i.e. invoicing and deal files. Manages creditors and ensures all creditors are in line with service level agreements and maximise payment opportunities. Manages the vehicles stock books to ensure accuracy in respect of billing and payment of vehicles and ensure that all documentation is compliant in term of company policy. Prepare VAT returns and ensure all documents are compliant in terms of SARS directives. Secure the necessary resources to maintain service standards, facilitate problem solving and achieve objectives within budget. CLIENT/CUSTOMER Deliver services that creates a culture which aims to exceed customers' expectations in all aspects of the business. Plan, manage and monitor processes to ensure customer service excellence. Develop and manage key stakeholder relationships that enable achievement of operational objectives. PEOPLE Create an engaging, enabling and productive work climate aligned to the employee value proposition. Implement and manage workforce planning, recruitment, learning and development, performance management, reward and recognition and employee relations to ensure an optimal working environment. Monitor and positively influence and manage change, and offer operational support where required. Own and live up to company values. Ensure timeous, clear contracting and assessment of performance expectations with direct reports in line with identified objectives.

Minimum Experience 3 years experience in a similar environment. Motor Industry Experience Minimum Qualification Finance Ralated Degree Preferred Qualification

Minimum Requirements Skills and Expertise Required: Communication: Able to communicate professionally at multiple levels in a professional, diplomatic, polite and rational manner even when under pressure. Interpersonal competence; effective at working with people. Financial Accounting Competent application of accounting fundamentals and principles. Financial and Accounting Controls experience Financial and commercial acumen/ thinking Sound knowledge and understanding of accounting and tax concepts, financial statements, trial balance, financial recordkeeping process and books or accounts of the company. Interrogates transaction initiating information or data, and understands, records or enters transactions on to the system. Analyses and reconciles financial information and data, resolves accounting issues, and reports on such. Compiling and presenting reports. Planning and organising Problem-solving and judgement skills Decision making and action orientated. Conflict handling Time management, including the ability to respond to and resolve queries and issues in the minimum amount of time. Able to work independently and under pressure. Personal Attributes: Professional High level of detail and accuracy Energetic and self-motivated Resilient and hard working Deadline driven Systematic and methodical Empathetic when dealing with personnel matters. Someone who upholds professional ethics and values. Must be assertive and comfortable to share views and ideas in the interest of good financial management of the business. Computer Literacy ­ Business Applications Industry legislative compliance/ knowledge. Valid driver's license Please send cv's to mervyn@bonafidehc.co.za

Our commercial dealership client in Bloemfontein currently holds a vacancy for a Finance Manager. NB. Only candidates with motor dealership experience will be considered. This position will be suited to an experienced person who has the ability to manage the financial department and maintain internal control measures to ensure that the dealership is compliant with sound financial practices and good corporate governance. Supporting the Dealer Principal and Financial Executive in the achievement of financial objectives, identifying areas of risk and improvement, and ensuring timely and accurate reporting. The Financial Manager furthermore supports the Human Resources function with personnel and payroll matters at the dealership level.

Specifications for these positions will be discussed if a candidate is invited for an interview. The responsibilities of a Financial Manager include the following tasks: Prepare and report financial statements to Division, H.O., and auditors (internal and external). Prepare and complete various weekly, monthly, and annual financial statements. Complete monthly management reports. Compile management accounts, including budgets, cash flows, variance analysis, and commentaries. Produce financial and management information. Maintain the integrity and reliability of the financial data. Ensure that month-end cut-offs are compliant in terms of company policies. Manage the effective and timely provision of financial, statutory, and sustainability reporting including cash flows, variance analysis, and commentaries. Oversee accurate reconciliation of all financial records to enable verification of the validity of transactions and to take appropriate action where required. Prepare and complete financial budgets for the dealership in conjunction with departmental managers and other stakeholders. Ensure effective and efficient administration of operational costs within budget, identify areas of financial and operational risk, and escalate appropriately. Supervise cash management activities. Responsible for co-signatory of payments with Dealer Principal by approved policies and procedures. Manage and report on progress against the operational budget in liaison with the Dealer Principal. Analyse and interpret financial information: Complete analysis of financial data to understand and compare business results; interpret and analyse financial data to draw conclusions and trends from the financial analysis. Complete profit and loss analysis. Complete and update daily cash flow statements to establish working capital requirements. Assist in the preparation and timely filing of all internal accounting and financial reports for governmental and regulatory bodies. Accurately calculate and process VAT, provisional tax, etc. Establish and monitor internal controls. Implement corporate governance and compliance policies and processes to identify and manage risks and expose liabilities. Manage and control the administration and financial processes within the dealership. Conduct reconciliation of vehicles, parts, and service assets, verify against accounting records, and address all anomalies with senior line management. Manage supplier and customer relationships; ensuring effective debtors and creditors processes are in place and adhered to. Identify opportunities to minimize cost and increase revenue. Manage the security of all assets within direct control, i.e. cash, and fixed assets, in line with approved policies, processes, and procedures. Attract, retain, appraise, train, coach and develop finance and administration team members.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience needed BCom degree with Accounting NQF7+. Recognised Management/ Leadership Diploma or Certificate – an advantage 5+ years' accounting/ financial management experience in similar environment Relevant experience in the Commercial Vehicle Industry.

Skills Communication: Able to communicate professionally at multiple levels in a professional, polite, and rational manner even when under pressure. Interpersonal competence; effective at working with people. Financial Management and Performance Reporting Financial and commercial thinking. Financial and Accounting Control Sound knowledge and understanding of financial, accounting, and tax concepts, financial statements, trial balance, financial record-keeping process, etc. Analysing and reconciling financial information and data, identifying auditing discrepancies and reporting on such, ensuring root cause analysis is carried out and corrective and preventive measures are implemented. Problem-solving skills and sound judgment. Decision-making and action-orientated. Conflict resolution People Management and Development skills, including effective delegation ability. Time management, including the ability to respond to and resolve queries and issues in the minimum amount of time. Able to work independently and under pressure. Improvement Orientation Personal Attributes Professional High level of detail and accuracy Energetic and self-motivated Resilient Hard-working Deadline driven Organised and disciplined. Someone who upholds professional ethics and values. An independent thinker; comfortable taking a stand in the interest of good governance and isn’t easily pressured. Must be assertive and mature in outlook. send cv's to mervyn@bonafidehc.co.za

Our well known motor dealership client in George has a vacancy available for a well experienced DP with below skills and experience. The purpose of the position is to formulate and execute tactical strategy and associated plans for the dealership; responsible for achievement of objectives/ performance targets and high levels of service delivery; maximising profitability through the sale of vehicles, parts, labour and related products; and ensuring control of cash flow, stock and assets relevant to profit requirements and suitable return on investment. The key focus areas of this role are leading people, achieving results and driving business growth. This role requires a highly experienced, dedicated person who enjoys autonomy; is aligned to the brand; has a visible, hands-on leadership approach, and is confident in achieving business growth. Should your application be short-listed, you will be contacted for an interview and/ or a psychometric assessment. If you have not received an invitation to attend an interview by 22/01/2024, please consider your application unsuccessful. Specific Role Responsibilities: Specifications for these positions will be discussed if a candidate is invited for an interview. The responsibilities of a Dealer Principal include the following tasks:

• To develop strategies to drive dealership revenue, profitability and market share in the relevant area.
• To achieve and exceed financial targets as per agreed budget.
• Ensure achievement of profit margins and financial objectives, good cash flow, forecasting, monitoring and controlled availability of vehicle and parts stock a/p projected demand.
• Build and maintain a professional relationship with vehicle manufacturer/s.
• Optimally manage and control the cross-functional areas in the dealership.
• To formulate and implement dealership practices in compliance with corporate governance and legal requirements, Distributor policies and OEM guidelines.
• To manage assets of a dealership optimally (cash control/flow, liquidity, stock, debtors, creditors, etc.).
• Ensure high standards of quality and workmanship are delivered.
• Maintain and increase market penetration.
• To ensure customer acquisition and retention via customer focused interventions in the dealership.
• To generate enthusiasm and set an appropriate brand example in line with the franchise standards.
• To be informed and up to date regarding competitor intelligence and awareness via proper market analysis.
• Manage stock turnover ratios, stock holding values and sales to meet company objectives.
• Track the performance to measure and improve operational efficiency for the dealership.
• Facility management, ensuring compliance with OHS requirements, CI rules and general housekeeping is well maintained at all times.
• Develop and implement people capacity plans in line with delivery, performance objectives and budget.
• To provide effective leadership and people management in order to attract, develop and retain high quality and success orientated dealer staff (DP's key focus is to act as an effective “manager of managers”).
• Create a positive work climate and culture to energise employees, give meaning to work, minimise work disruption and maximise employee productivity.

Qualifications and Experience: Minimum Qualifications and Experience needed:

• 8+ years relevant motor industry experience, of which at least 3 years dealer operations management experience.
• Exposure to various motor industry business disciplines at the highest level within a retail automotive environment such as business area financial management, sales, marketing, brand management and Service process and Parts knowledge is necessary.
• BComm degree NQF7+ or other relevant tertiary business/ commercial qualification – preferable.
• Recognised Management/ Leadership Diploma or Certificate – desired.
• High volume brandexperience – preferable.
• Valid, unendorsed driver’s license and the ability to competently & legitimately drive.
• Computer literate; highly proficient in Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint and Word.
• A working knowledge of the application of OHS, NCA, CRA, FICA and other legislation and frameworks relevant to the retail motor industry.
• A working knowledge of the application of Labour legislation.
• Knowledge and ability to use relevant DMS functions.

Skills and Personal Attributes: Minimum requirement:

• Communication: Able to communicate professionally at multiple levels in a professional, diplomatic, polite and rational manner even when under pressure.
• Interpersonal competence; effective at working with people and building relationships.
• Dealership Operations Management
• Financial Management relevant to managing a business.
• Entrepreneurial and commercial thinking.
• Customer Centricity
• Problem-solving and judgement skills
• Deciding and Initiating Action
• Conflict management
• Leadership
• Monitoring and measuring
• Improvement Orientation
• People Management and Development skills
• Persuading and Influence
• Formulating Strategies and Concepts
• Coping with pressures and setbacks
• Analysing

Personal Attributes:

• Professional
• Energetic and self-motivated
• Resilient
• Results driven
• Someone who upholds professional ethics, principles and values.
• Must be assertive and mature in outlook.
• Alignment to the brand.

email cv's to mervyn@bonafidehc.co.za  

Our well know motor dealer client based in Bethlehem currently holds a vacancy for a Sales Representative: Motorbikes. Preferences:

• Previous experience as a premium brand Motorcycle Sales Executive, required
• Preferably located in the Bethlehem area
• Valid Motorcycle driver’s license

This position will be suited to an experienced person who has the ability to attract clients; provide excellent customer service and maintain high levels of sales on an ongoing basis. The candidate for this position will be responsible for selling motorbikes. Their duties include meeting with customers to discuss their needs, promoting sales offers at their dealership, and participating in test drives with interested customers. The Motorbike Sales Representatives are responsible for making customers feel welcome and supported through the motorbike-purchasing process. Position Overview: Should your application be short-listed, you will be contacted for an interview and/ or a psychometric assessment. If you have not received an invitation to attend an interview by 22/01/2024, please consider your application unsuccessful.  Specific Role Responsibilities: Specifications for these positions will be discussed if a candidate is invited for an interview.  The responsibilities of a Sales Representative: Motorbikes include the following tasks:

• Greet customers arriving at the dealership
• Showcase the dealership’s motorbikes and explain their features and warranties to customers
• Answer customer questions about motorbikes, and the purchase process
• Accompany customers on test drives, collecting licenses and documentation beforehand per best practices
• Negotiate motorbike prices and trade-in values for customers’ motorbikes
• Coordinate with the finance department to determine each customer’s financing and ownership options
• Contact past customers to ensure they are satisfied with their motorbikes.

Qualifications and Experience: Minimum Qualifications and Experience needed:

• Matric
• Previous Motorbike sales experience advantageous

Skills and Personal Attributes: Minimum requirement:

• Valid motorcycle license
• Computer literate
• Good communication skills

Please e-mail cvs to mervyn@bonafidehc.co.za    

Our well know automotive dealer client based in Parow currently holds a vacancy for a New Vehicle Sales Manager with a proven track record. Preferences:

• Previous Managerial experience, required
• Preferably located in the Western Cape Area
• Valid Driver’s License

Basic Salary: R25,000.00 depending on experience. The New Vehicle Sales Manager is fully responsible for the management of the New Vehicle department, maximizing sales and profitability to achieve targets and sales forecast commitments, and ensuring customer satisfaction and retention through the execution of the sales process. Should your application be short-listed, you will be contacted for an interview and/ or a psychometric assessment. If you have not received an invitation to attend an interview by 18/01/2024, please consider your application unsuccessful. Specific Role Responsibilities: Specifications for these positions will be discussed if a candidate is invited for an interview. The responsibilities of a New Vehicle Sales Manager include the following tasks: • Maximizing sales and profitability through satisfaction and retention of customers to meet sales forecast. • Developing the necessary sales organization to meet sales and profitability objectives. • Ensuring optimum stock of vehicles on premises. • Ensuring cost control to budget within the department. • Ensure adequate product display material is available. • Review all pricing policies, discounts and “trade-in” dealing to maintain Dealership profitability. • Monitor financial performance of sales department weekly. • Ensure that customer complaints are dealt with timeously and effectively. • Ensure that departmental customer satisfaction/ expectation targets are met. • Ensure direct and indirect costs remain within Company prescribed parameters. • Establish the staffing levels and the training required to achieve sales objectives. • Ensure that all floorplan activities are monitored. • Ensure stock level is kept within company policy requirements. • Maximize sale of back-end products. Qualifications and Experience: Minimum Qualifications and Experience needed: • Matric • Previous New Vehicle Sales Manager Experience • Must have internet leads/ sales experience Skills and Personal Attributes: Minimum requirement: • Computer literate • Multi-tasking ability • Valid Driver’s License with no endorsements • Good communication skills • Strong admin management skills • A team player • Reliable • Must be able to maintain and be a constant high performer Please e-mail cvs to mervyn@bonafidehc.co.za

Our well known automotive dealer client based in Northcliff currently holds a vacancy for a Working Foreman. Job Description To coordinate, plan and deliver daily team tasks in the Repairs, Servicing and Support Services function, through the execution of pre-defined objectives as per agreed OEM standard operating procedures. Position Overview • Plan and Gear workshop team according to available hours daily • Assist technicians with diagnostic problems • Test drive vehicles• Supervise technical staff. • Communicate with customers n technical matters • Oversee teamwork between Service Advisors, Booking clerk and Technicians. • Maintenance of hand tools • Quality workmanship is rendered by technicians • Manage apprentices • Oversee correctness of job cards, clocking hours etc. • Manage work in progress Specific Role Responsibilities • Ensure an optimal productive and an efficient team. • Ensure Quality workmanship delivered to customers. • Communicate technical information, challenges and decisions to customers • Ensure engaged workshop staff. • Development of employees and ensure required certification is in for the specific tasks. • Responsible for Health and Safety. • Admin functions- Check Job cards etc. • Manage workshop assets. Qualifications and Experience • Grade 12/Matric • Bilingual English and other recognised language • Qualified Technician • Computer Literacy • Knowledge popular brands and dealerships policies and procedures • Knowledge of service core processes Please e-mail cv to mervyn@bonafidehc.co.za

Job Description	Reporting to the Service manager the Quality Controller is required to review the quality of all completed work on vehicles. Ensure the correct completion of required documentation. Road testing vehicles, promoting the quality of work delivered by the Service Technicians.
Position Overview
Specific Role Responsibilities	Inspect and verify the repair instructions on the Job Card confirm the repair report on the back of the job card and test drive where necessary Must be able to adhere to Quality gate 2 processes. Ensure Job cards are correctly completed, the repair instructions and repair reports must comply with OEM standards Report deviations from correct standards, staff not working to correct standards must be addressed with management Randomly check five car daily on the following standard items: Fluid levels, Oil levels, torque wheels, tyre pressures, spare wheel and lights Do Ghost audits by Installing 2 faults once a week in ghost cars Conduct the best practice auditing techniques and improve recording and evaluation systems to the highest trends
Qualifications and Experience	Grade 12 with mathematics. Artisan Qualifications Drivers License Diagnostic technician certification
Skills and Personal Attributes	Attention to detail. Auditing Conduct the best practice auditing techniques and improve recording and evaluation systems to the highest trends. Technical skills Evaluate quality of work completed and identify if the customers faults have been repaired. Leadership Quality control is a team effort and the ability to the standard within the service team whilst objectively addressing noncompliance. Problem solving Have the ability to make decisions Business acumen Planning Good response to pressure Innovativeness Leadership.

Job Description

Our well known motor dealership client's PASSENGER DIVISION SERVICE/ WORKSHOP FOREMAN - POLOKWANE currently holds a vacancy for a Workshop Foreman Reporting to the Service Manager PURPOSE:The Workshop Foreman is responsible for maximizing service sales and profitability by creating customer confidence in the Dealership by providing quality service. He/she needs to ensure that a “fix right first time” standard is maintained by effectively supervising and motivating workshop staff to obtain maximum productivity, efficiency and customer satisfaction. When taking over and transferring tasks and responsibilities, it is essential to ensure that all information is received and explained directly from the Service Advisor in as detailed a manner as possible, so that subsequent steps in the process can be carried out in the best way possible. ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:• Distribute workload effectively and efficiently• Ensure that work is completed properly and on time • Monitor all work• Control staff timekeeping• Assist Technicians• Ensure a productive and efficient working environment• Test drive vehicles• Handle Customer complaints• Ensure consistent high-quality work for all services and repairs• Assist with diagnosis regarding customer problems • Analyse comebacks• Supervise staff using motivation, assistance and discipline• Attend to warranty claims• Ensure good housekeeping• Ensure that safety measures are instituted and followed• Ensure healthy and safe working environment standards are adhered to by all staff• Ensure that workshop policies and procedures are adhered to• Assist Manager and replace Manager if he / she is not available• Assist Control, reception and administration• Monitor quotations• Assist Service Advisors with reception processes to maintain a stable work in progress (WIP)• Perform any other reasonable duties which may be required from time to time Also send cv's to mervyn@bonafidehc.co.za KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:• Must have a minimum of Grade 12 + relevant Trade certification• Diagnostic or Master Certification in Motor Mechanic will be an added advantange• Must have a valid driver’s license• Must have Leadership and Time Management skills• Technical Diagnostic Skills and relevant qualification• Problem solving• Team work and motivation• Effective Communication• Attention to detail

Job Description	To Diagnose faults, repair and conduct set vehicle services vehicles according to prescribed standards of Audi South Africa Deliver high quality technical expertise to satisfy customers and honor Distributor Service delivery values. Adhere to Company’s and bran South Africa policies, procedures, expectations regarding your position as Diagnostic/Master Technician.
Specific Role Responsibilities	• To carry out diagnostic work and support mechanics as set out by the Foreman to carry out fault diagnosis to aid and speed vehicle servicing • To take steps to ensure servicing of vehicle, remains within the targeted percentages of the manufacturers' time • To discuss matters with service advisors and customers as required and provide lucid explanations • To ensure standards maintained with vehicle care and safety whilst performing functions • To ensure vehicles are returned to the customer after service in a neat and clean condition • To recommend purchase of capital equipment Admin functions: • To complete forms and documentation included in the company's service routine • To draft and prepare any reports required • Mentor apprentices, sign off logbooks and evaluate their technical ability. • Ensure effective communication with staff, across departments, with customers and service providers Willingness to participate in marketing campaigns when required for the furtherance of the business.
Qualifications and Experience	• Grade 12 • N6 trade certificate or Olifantsfontein motor mechanic trade papers or must be qualified on the CBMT level system • The following qualifications will be advantageous: • Health and safety related qualification.
Skills and Personal Attributes Also send cv's to mervyn@bonafidehc.co.za	• Mechanical insight. • OEM required technical training course successfully mastered, Porsche, BMW or Mercedes training is also acceptable. • Problem solving and motor vehicle fault finding skills. Mental alertness. • Meticulous. • Team player and Interpersonal competence. Customer orientated. • Decision making and action orientated. • Need excellent - Fix right first time track record. • Knowledge of German OEM SA operating computer programs ODIS, Elsapro. • Be able to use Manufacturer diagnostic equipment / computer (Vas Machines) 2 - 3 Year technician experience • German vehicle product training. • Have sound English communication and writing skills to accurately record findings and work on job cards. • Need computer skills.