SMH Diesel Mechanic Apprenticeship(Pipeline)

3 days ago

Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa Daimler Truck Full time R104 000 - R156 000 per year
Description

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

To provide an opportunity to grow in diesel mechanic trade field, candidate will be working under supervision of a qualified Technician.

Responsibilities

Key Duties and Responsibilities: 

Maintenance support:

  • Ensure work carried out are authorized by relevant stakeholders.
  • Meet DTSA prescribed flat rate times for repairs and services conducted as minimum standard by applying technical skills productive and efficiently.
  • Carry out repairs as per job card.
  • Seek supervisory support and advice if and when necessary, during repairs.

Customer service:

  • Ensure utmost care is taken of customer vehicle and property.
  • Ensure customer care standards are met at all times.
  • Informing Forman and Service Advisor of any potential issues and delays.
  • Ensure seat covers are used at all times.
  • Apply quality workmanship and at all times.
  • Ensure all work is carried out according to DTSA quality standards.
  • Secure used parts that have been replaced and ensure availability to the customer for inspection.

Administration and cost control:

  • Complete job cards accurately.
  • Conduct fault finding and report to relevant stakeholders.
  • Adhere to DTSA warranty, maintenance, and dealer standards.
  • Ensure hours worked on a vehicle are accurately recorded. In case of the time not being clocked, it must be noted in writing on the job card and signed off by the foreman.
  • Record all material usage accurately.
  • Attach 'picking slip/s' to the job card.
  • Adhere to warranty and fleet maintenance parts control systems (hand-in warranty/maintenance contract parts for safe storage.
  • Ensure utmost care is taken during service and/or repair of vehicles to avoid any damage to vehicles and components.
  • Minimize wastage of all materials, oils, and fluids.
  • Submit job card with relevant documents attached immediately after completion of job.

Housekeeping, Statutory and SHE adherence:

  • Ensure the correct tools and equipment are used as per DTSA repair instructions, used correctly and the necessary care is taken to avoid abuse thereof.
  • Maintain and secure hand tools provided as prescribed DTSA guidelines for learners/apprentices.
  • Always maintain good housekeeping principles at all times.
  • Ensure work bay is neat and organized at all times.
  • Comply with and adhere to all applicable SHE and other statutory requirements at all times.
  • Familiarize and comply with all applicable company policies and procedures.

Self-development:

  • Take personal responsibility for learning and development through a process of assessment, reflection, and actioning. This can include both on and/or off the job training.
  • Adhere to learnership/apprenticeship agreements with MERSETA.
  • Ensure all training assessment portfolios are submitted in time.
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 is intended to build a pipeline of potential candidates. When an apprenticeship position becomes available, we will review applications submitted through this listing for consideration.

Other important Information:

Daimler Truck Southern Africa is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered; however, the following will apply:

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

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