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Our well known truck dealer client based in Roodepoort is looking to employ an experienced and qualified Commercial Vehicle Workshop Foreman. - Ensures appropriate allocation of work to technicians. - Ensures work completed meets service delivery and quality. control requirements. - Effectively arranges for the allocation and distribution of outwork to service providers. - Accurately orders supplies for the workshop. - Ensure customers’ needs are understood and resolved. - Leadership of the team. Position Overview Specific Role Responsibilities KEY OUTPUTS: - Ensures appropriate allocation of work to technicians. - Ensures work completed meets service delivery and quality. control requirements. - Effectively arranges for the allocation and distribution of outwork to service providers. - Accurately orders supplies for the workshop. - Ensure customers’ needs are understood and resolved. - Leadership of the team. Qualifications and Experience QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: - Qualified Technician with leadership skills. - Previous experience as a Foreman and/or Team Leader will be advantageous. - Proven track record of successes and achievements. Skills and Personal Attributes KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: - Sound understanding of processes and systems - Good product knowledge. - People Management skills need to lead/drive a great team. - Communication Skills. - MS Office (intermediate). - Motivated and Enthusiastic about the product. - Excellent leadership skills and abilities.

Our well known Commercial dealer client based in Klerksdorp is looking to employ a qualified Diesel Technician.

Job Description Reporting to the Service Manager, this position requires someone who will ensure Customer Satisfaction in the service and repair of motor vehicles in a safe and economical manner

Specific Role Responsibilities; • Repair / service vehicles according to instructions in job cards and in terms of manufacturer’s specifications.

o Service and Maintain the following: Assemble, dismantle, fit, inspect, install, remove and repair mechanical systems, components or sub-components Inspect, replace and top-up vehicle system fluids o Report to Control any additional work required on the vehicle o Report to Control if vehicle will not be ready on time o Obtain authorization before ordering parts, outwork, etc. from Service Advisor and Foreman o Ensure that the daily time ticket and the full story is entered in the job card o Delegate work to helpers / RSAs and check it o Interpret and implement technical service instruction data o Take good care of customer’s car and contents o Ensure that seats covers and floor mats are in the customer vehicles that have been worked on o Train on-the-job and control Apprentices o Ensure up-to-date knowledge of products o Attend manufacturer sponsored courses o Keep work area clean and tidy o Keep all Company tools and plant clean and in good order o Use protective covers on vehicles o Attend safety meetings o Keep own overalls clean and tidy o Sign out and in special tools and materials and ensure that they are used correctly o Assist with the reception and delivery of goods o Perform any other duty which may be required from time to time

Qualifications and Experience

• Must have at least a minimum of Grade 12

• Must be a qualified diesel technician- Trade Test • Valid Driver’s License (code 10 minimum)

Skills and Personal Attributes

• Attention to details • Ability to work under pressure • Good customer orientation • Good team player

N.B. (Only candidates that meet the criteria will be shortlisted and contacted)

N.B. (Only candidates with Automotive Industry experience will be considered and contacted for this position)

Our well known Commercial dealer client based in Kempton Park currently holds a vacancy for 3 x experienced SALES EXECUTIVES with a proven track record. Must have Commercial Vehicle Sales Executives with minimum of 3 years sales experience. 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 Commercial Vehicles for personal and commercial use. Their duties include meeting with customers to discuss their needs, promoting sales offers at their dealership, and participating in test drives with interested customers. Sales executives are responsible for making customers feel welcome and supported through the car-purchasing process. Specific Role Responsibilities: Specifications for these positions will be discussed if a candidate is invited for an interview. The responsibilities of a Commercial Vehicle Sales Executive include the following tasks:

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

Qualifications and Experience: Minimum Qualifications and Experience needed:

• Matric
• Previous Commercial Sales Experience

Skills and Personal Attributes: Minimum requirement:

• Valid driver’s license
• Computer literate
• Good communication skills

N.B. (Only candidates that meet the criteria will be shortlisted and contacted) N.B. (Only candidates with Automotive Industry experience will be considered and contacted for this position)  

Our well known automotive dealer client based in Tygervalley currently holds a vacancy for an experienced Vehicle Stock Controller. Preferences:

• Previous Stock Control Experience within a Dealership environment, advantageous
• Strong admin skills, mandatory
• Located in the Cape Town area

This position will be suited to an experienced person who will maintain a high level of integrity and ethical standards. The candidate will have to effectively maintain, order, and control the availability of vehicle stock to optimise potential sales. The candidate for this position will be responsible for the stock and invoicing of vehicles. 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 23/10/2023, 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 Vehicle Stock Controller include the following tasks:

• Invoice vehicles accurately and timeously in accordance with the offer to purchase authorized by management.
• Ensure accurate and timely (daily) capture of purchase invoices.
• Bring vehicle into stock.
• Invoicing vehicles out.
• Create purchase orders to suppliers for recon and fitments; ensuring that each payment has an order number.
• Monthly reporting on outstanding orders.
• Balance vehicle costing on the in-house system to the department manager’s cost sheet.
• Ensure required documentation is available in the deal file before invoicing.
• Report any deviations to the Financial Manager.
• Stock takes (twice a week) of all vehicles bringing vehicles into stock.
• Provisions on all vehicles that are in stock.
• Update stock list with retail prices.
• Control of the Demo Fleet, updating reports to Matrix, back-office, and weekly stock takes.
• Responsible for registration and licensing documents for the used vehicle department.
• Work closely with the Sales Executives and Sales Manager/s.

Qualifications and Experience: Minimum Qualifications and Experience needed:

• Matric
• Must have Stock Controller and Invoicing experience
• Experience with “Automate or Drive” dealership management system, advantageous
• Currently in the Motor Trade

Skills and Personal Attributes: Minimum requirement:

• Computer literate

• Excel experience Mandatory
• Multi-tasking ability

 

Our well know Commercial Dealer client based in Germiston is looking to employ an experienced Quality Controller. MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB: To manage Quality workshop through-puts MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Trade Tested Diesel Technician (5+ years’ experience) Matric and N3 Diesel Trade Valid EC (Code 14) Pr.DP Computer literate Must be able to translate WIS into quality repairs REQUIRED SKILLS: Confident Self motivated Work under pressure Administration skills Excellent Customer skills Compile technical reports Translate WIS into quality repairs AUTHORITIES: Reports directly to Service Manager

MAJOR ACTIVITY : (WHAT)	METHODS USED : (HOW) Collaborates with Team leaders on	MEASURABLE STANDARD
•        Manage Key Performance Areas of staff	•        Disciplinary procedures •        Staff development •        Carry out regular Technician tool inspections •        Traceable job card handling for sign-offs and costing •        Inform Service Manager of product failures •        Ensure that technical information is up-to-date and readily available •        Ensuring that all special tools are handled with care (updates on XD tools) •        Quality Control of vehicles to ensure top quality workmanship and to ensure that all customer complaints/requirements have been attended to.	•        Quality to OEM standards •        Productivity •        Efficiency •        Team Target •        Work bay utilisation •        WIP dwell time •        Quality of work CXi •        Sample of vehicles tested=>30% of throughput •        Complete checklist •        1 – Total vehicle returned x 100 of total vehicles checked •        Implementation of corrective measures

 

Our Truck dealer client in Richards Bay currently holds a vacancy for an Administrator: Costing/ Dealer Warranty. The purpose of the role is to provide prompt and quality service to customers relating to the service, repair and maintenance of vehicles, acting as an interface between the technical team and the customer to ensure cost effective repairs and quality service is delivered to customers. The successful candidate will have to prepare, review and submit warranty claims to the manufacturer in line with standard operating procedures and OEM requirements. Position Overview: Should your application be short-listed, you will be contacted for an interview and/ or a psychometric assessment.  Specific Role Responsibilities: Specifications for these positions will be discussed if a candidate is invited for an interview. The responsibilities of a Administrator: Costing / Dealer Warranty include the following tasks but are not limited to:

• Costing of Job cards with the use of labour operation codes
• Effective and Efficient management of Work in Progress
• Preparing technical reports
• Loading Maintenance claims on the SEMA system
• Using the VOSP system
• Costing of Warranty Job cards according to Labour Operation codes
• Loading of all warranty claims on UCHP and Kuzer system.
• Control over warranty claim store.
• Warranty audits
• Warranty parts disposal with RSM
• Warranty claims, payment follow up

Qualifications and Experience: Minimum requirement:

• Senior Certificate (Grade 12)
• A minimum of 2-3 years in the automotive service industry. Prior experience in a technical role or as a service advisor and/or Warranty Clerk would be ideal.
• Basic technical understanding and background are essential.
• Direct experience as a Warranty/Costing Clerk will be an advantage.
• Knowledge of UCHP, Automate, VOSP, SEMA, Planner Service.
• Relevant OEM experience is highly desired.
• Valid, unendorsed driver’s license and the ability to competently and legitimately drive.
• Computer literate
• Knowledge of dealership policies and procedures is essential.
• Knowledge of competitive motor industry.
• Knowledge of relevant operating systems would be an advantage.
• Multilingual with languages generally spoken across the area and customer base is necessary.
• General understanding of mechanical/technical terms is essential.
• Basic knowledge of accounting practices is highly desired.

Skills and Personal Attributes: Minimum Skills requirement:

• Communication skills in English (read, write & speak) and other primary languages spoken in the area.
• Interpersonal ability; working with people, relating to others.
• Listening
• Customer orientation
• Planning and organizing; monitoring performance and output against expectations/ targets/ deadlines.
• Administration
• Initiative and problem-solving abilities
• Persuading and Influencing
• Delivering results
• Financial literacy: able to understand relevant financial concepts and do relevant calculations.
• Coping with pressure and setbacks; able to work productively in a highly pressurized environment.

Personal Attributes:

• Highly self-motivated, energetic and able to maintain a positive outlook.
• Diplomatic
• Self-confident
• Determined and resilient
• Ethical
• A curious, quick learner:
  • Need to acquire thorough knowledge of the vehicles they are handling – not just technical specs; but also, information about the manufacturer’s warranty, dealership services, OEM updates, etc.
  • Eager to participate in ongoing training opportunities made available by the organization and OEM for development purposes and/or to stay abreast of product or system changes.

• Calm; able to keep emotions under control.
• An adapter; someone who can adapt their interpersonal style to suit different people or situations.
• A team player
• Reliable
• Results driven and customer orientated

Our motor dealer client in Roodepoort currently holds a vacancy for a Costing Clerk. The purpose of the role is to provide prompt and quality service to customers relating to the costing, warranty, and maintenance of vehicles, acting as an interface between the technical team, Service Advisors, and the customer to ensure cost-effective repairs and quality service is delivered to customers. The Costing Clerk's main function is to provide support to the service department, where he/she will handle the costing of the service and warranty job cards, create sublet orders, obtain service and maintenance authorisations.  Specific Role Responsibilities: Specifications for these positions will be discussed if a candidate is invited for an interview. Minimum Qualifications and Experience needed:

• Matric
• Computer literate (BSI/Evolve)
• Knowledge of passenger vehicle dealership policies and procedures is essential.
• Knowledge of competitive motor industry.
• Basic mathematical ability (numeracy)
• Knowledge of relevant operating systems would be an advantage.
• Multilingual with languages generally spoken across the area and customer base is necessary.
• Experience in Costing and Warranty within the Automotive industry is advantageous.
• Experience with well known brands in Costing and Warranty within the Automotive industry is advantageous.

 Skills and Personal Attributes:

• Minimum requirement:
• Highly self-motivated, energetic and able to maintain a positive outlook.
• Ethical
• Need to acquire thorough knowledge of the vehicles they are handling – not just technical specs; but also, information about the manufacturer’s warranty, dealership services, OEM updates, etc.
• Eager to participate in ongoing training opportunities made available by the organization and OEM for development purposes and/or to stay abreast of product or system changes.
• A team player
• Reliable
• Results driven and customer orientated

Our Truck dealership client Richards Bay currently holds three (3) vacancies for a Qualified Diesel Technician. This position will be suited to an experienced person who has the ability to inspect, maintain, and repair commercial vehicles. The candidate needs to provide excellent customer service and maintain high levels of customer satisfaction on an ongoing basis. To diagnose and repair faults, and conduct commercial vehicle services according to prescribed standards of the OEM. Deliver high quality technical expertise to satisfy customers and honour organisational service delivery values. The main purpose of the job is to provide technical and diagnostic expertise within the service department and in doing so, advice colleagues on best practice methodologies for repairs and improvements as per customer requirements.  Position Overview: Should your application be short-listed, you will be contacted for an interview and/ or a psychometric assessment.  Specific Role Responsibilities: Specifications for these positions will be discussed if a candidate is invited for an interview. The responsibilities of a Technician include the following tasks:

• To carry out diagnostic work and support mechanics as instructed by the Foreman
• To provide advice and support to mechanics on technical matters
• To carry out fault diagnosis to aid and speed vehicle servicing
• To ensure diagnostic equipment is used for vehicle examinations
• To take steps to ensure servicing of vehicle, remains within the targeted percentages of the manufacturers' time
• 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
• Ensure diagnosis leads to most cost-effective and accurate remedy to fault or customer complaint
• 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
• 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.
• IMPORTANT – Standby and the responsibility thereto is a compulsory function of this position and no relaxation on this will be accepted.

Qualifications and Experience: Minimum requirement:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience working as a Diesel Technician on commercial vehicles.
• Qualified Diesel Technician

• Valid driver’s licence
• Well known Heavy Truck brand Experience advantageous

Skills and Personal Attributes: Minimum requirement:

• Mechanical insight and expertise
• Problem solving and commercial vehicle fault finding skills.
• Mental alertness
• Have sound English communication and writing skills to accurately record findings and work on job cards.
• Meticulous
• Customer orientated
• Team player and Interpersonal competence
• Decision making and action orientated.

Our well known Transport client based in Sandton is looking to employ an experienced Technical Executive. requirements are as follows:

• Position is only open to EE (black) candidates.
• Candidates must possess only relevant mechanical engineering / diesel mechanical qualification.
• The salary package is negotiable, and also include car allowance of R22 525pm, + fuel allowance, + cell phone allowance, + Provident Fund, & Medical Aid

Job Requirements as follows: The ideal applicant will possess the following:- The ideal candidate will be an experienced and senior business executive with a proven track record of managing large fleets of heavy vehicles in either earthmoving/ mechanical/ transport industries. A degree in the Engineering field i.e. B.Sc. / B.Eng. / B.Tech, or equivalent, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering will be a strong advantage, but qualified artisans with at least 10 years’ suitable experience at a senior technical management level of large fleets of heavy vehicles will also be considered. Candidates’ must have sound understanding of all modern heavy vehicle components, CANbus / vehicles management systems and manufacturing processes, as well as strong and proven people management skills in a unionised environment. The incumbent should also possess the following: Active learning desire; Deadline conscious; Quality Focus; Production Planning skills; Ability to design and implement innovative and practical solutions; Strong interpersonal skills to lead diverse project and cross functional team; and must have a strong hands on management approach. JOB OUTPUTS The successful candidate will head up the technical function and oversee a large fleet of more than 1,500 heavy vehicles spread across 9 maintenance workshops with 1,200 technical staff and an annual maintenance budget in excess of R450 million. The incumbent will amongst others oversee and manage the preventative and corrective maintenance programmes for the Group; formulate and manage performance criteria; manage maintenance contracts; evaluate maintenance procedures; provide guidance and advice on technical policies, procedures and processes; evaluate new products in the market place; provide technical support and guidance to group companies and business units; ensure effective project management; oversee health and safety regulations and represent the Group in various industry structures. WORKING CONDITIONS

• Normal Company conditions of employment apply.

COMPETENCIES KNOWLEDGE - Knowledge of the bus passenger transport industry. - Background to the Passenger industry structures and best practices. - Knowledge of the Technical / Engineering practices and procedures as they relate to the operation and maintenance of a large bus fleet. - Understanding of the bus operations and the inter-relationship with the Technical department. - Knowledge of the Key financial management Principles & Procedures, especially budget development and management. - Knowledge of Human Resources practices and procedures and related legislation. - Knowledge of the Labour Relations Act and associated company disciplinary and grievance procedures. - Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act. Knowledge of stock management procedures and stores management. SKILLS - Good mechanical dexterity. - Analytical thinking and problem solving ability. - Good judgment and decision making ability. - Production planning skills. Ability to design and implement innovative and practical solutions. - Strong interpersonal skills to lead diverse project and cross functional team. - Must have a strong hands on management approach. ATTITUDE/CAPABILITY - Integrity. - Drive and motivation. - Active learning desire. - Deadline conscious. - Quality orientated - Willing to work after hours when necessary - Stress tolerance.