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Job Description
Motus Renault Centurion has an opportunity available for an APPRENTICE (AUTOMOTIVE MOTOR MECHANIC/ PETROL). This is an amazing opportunity for someone who is keen to train and qualify as a Motor Mechanic, and wants to build a career as a skilled Techinician in the motor industry. We require a suitable candidate to participate in all aspects of the Apprenticeship programme; assisting with the repair of vehicles while working under the supervision of a qualified Technician; fulfilling the MerSETA requirements of the trade, mastering level tests and qualifying within a maximum of 4 years.
Position Overview
To participate in all aspects of the Apprenticeship programme; assisting with the repair of vehicles while working under the supervision of a qualified Technician; fulfilling the MerSETA requirements of the trade, mastering level tests and qualifying within a maximum of 4 years.
Specific Role Responsibilities
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Attend scheduled technical/ level training courses.
- To assist with the repair of vehicles in order to obtain practical experience under the supervision and instruction of a Technician.
- Prepare thoroughly for level tests in order to qualify within the maximum of 4 years.
- Assist with housekeeping; keeping tools and equipment clean and in good order, and work area clean.
- Follow workplace safety and conduct rules and protocols.
- Perform any other reasonable duties which may be required from time to time.
Qualifications and Experience
- Must have Grade 12. Subjects should include Pure Maths and Physical Science, minimum pass mark of 50% per subject is an advantage.
- Valid, unendorsed driver’s license
- Must have a clear criminal record
- Mechanical insight and technical aptitude is essential. Skills and experience in this area will be advantage.
Skills and Personal Attributes
Knowledge and Skills Required:
- Competently able to operate manufacturer diagnostic equipment/ computer in order to access information.
- Physically fit for heavy work; able to physically complete the duties associated with the role.
- Enjoy working with your hands.
- Able to work in noisy environments.
- Have good eyesight and hand-eye coordination.
- Possess very strong problem solving/ trouble shooting and motor vehicle fault finding skills.
- Mental alertness
- Must have sound English communication and writing skills to accurately record findings and work conducted on job cards and access repair information in OEM bulletins and online systems.
- Meticulous and accurate
- A team player.
- Energetic and action orientated
Closing Date: 01 March 2024