Technician

We are currently looking for a Technician based in Johannesburg to join our dynamic team.

The Technician plays a mission-critical role within the workshop environment, ensuring every vehicle is serviced, repaired, and delivered according to manufacturer standards and Digi Cars’ high-performance expectations.

The Technician is responsible for fault diagnosis, service and repair execution, quality assurance, and strict adherence to OEM specifications, while maintaining workshop cleanliness, safety, and operational efficiency.

This role demands technical precision, discipline, customer focus, and a commitment to excellence.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Service & Maintenance
• Quality Assurance
• Stock Control

Key Areas of Responsibility Expanded

Service & Maintenance

• Conduct repairs and services according to OEM standards and specifications.
• Perform preventative maintenance, testing, inspection, and diagnostic checks.
• Complete routine tasks including oil changes, fluid checks, tyre rotations, brake replacements, wheel bearing repairs, sensor replacements, etc.
• Advise customers by explaining repairs and automotive issues where required.
• Identify required parts and ensure correct orders are placed.
• Gain authorisation for additional repair work before proceeding.
• Maintain strict adherence to workshop policies and safety practices.
• Accurately complete job cards, documenting cause and correction.
• Ensure correct handling of old parts, including packaging or tagging for warranty.
• Ensure workshop cleanliness, safe operations, and proper handling of special tools.
• Use seat covers, fender covers, and protect customer's vehicle at all times.
• Record time worked accurately and immediately after job completion.
• Report defective equipment or tools to management.
• Maintain own full set of tools in good condition.

Quality Assurance

• Verify serviceability of vehicles through test drives and system updates.
• Adjust required controls and ensure all repairs meet manufacturer and Digi Cars standards.

Stock Control

• Maintain stock inventory for workshop usage.
• Order parts, verify receipts, and ensure adequate supplies.

Minimum Qualifications

• Matric and relevant technical/automotive qualifications (ESSENTIAL).
• Qualified Artisan: Trade Tested / Red Seal
• Recognised trade test certificate (Fitter & Turner, Electrician, Diesel Mechanic) N3–N6 technical diploma.
• Valid driver’s license.
• 3–4 years’ experience as a qualified technician with strong technical expertise.
• Experience within corporate dealerships and volume brands in a foreman role

Experience Requirements

• Conducts vehicle servicing, repairs, diagnostics, and workshop maintenance.
• Executes tasks timeously with high accuracy and quality assurance.
• Supports optimal daily workshop operations.

Critical Skills & Competencies

Technical Competencies

• Advanced mechanical and technical knowledge.
• Ability to interpret and follow service manuals.
• Proficiency using diagnostic equipment.
• Ability to perform routine and complex repairs in a high-paced workshop.

Digital & Technical Skills

Proficient in

• MS Office Suite
• Evolve (DMS)

R15 000 - R19 000 p/m with incentive and provident fund

The Ideal Candidate Profile

• Thrive in a high‑pressure, high-performance environment
• Enjoy working with data, numbers and digital tools
• Demonstrate strong work ethic and accountability
• Are highly competitive and driven to win
• Communicate confidently through digital channels
• Are proactive, self-motivated, and consistently exceed expectations

If you're a Builder and ready to join a high‑performance team, please send your application to:

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