Pinetown: Auto Electrician posted by Staff Solutions

Job Description

Purpose

• Perform advanced fault diagnostics in a systematic and efficient manner, oversee the repair process, conduct final quality checks, and assist with customer handovers when required.
• Provide technical support to workshop colleagues by guiding structured fault-finding processes.
• Accurately document all diagnostic findings and repair outcomes.
• Share technical updates, innovations, and key diagnostic information with the workshop team.

Key Responsibilities

Inspection & Diagnosis

• Conduct detailed visual inspections and perform on-board diagnostics during the pre-diagnosis phase.
• Identify faults and recommend appropriate repair solutions.

Work Preparation

• Receive and review workshop orders, ensuring all details are accurate and clearly understood.
• Locate and move vehicles safely to the designated workshop bay.
• Follow prescribed checklists to ensure all pre-diagnostic steps are completed and properly documented.

Repair & Maintenance

• Prepare tools, equipment, and required parts at the workshop bay prior to commencing work.
• Perform visual inspections, calibrations, adjustments, and technical repairs as required.
• Detect deviations, irregularities, or abnormal wear and provide feedback or recommend additional work where necessary.

Additional Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of workmanship, accuracy, and quality control at all times.
• Support workshop staff in sourcing and interpreting technical information.
• Operate diagnostic equipment and systems for parameterization, testing, and software updates.
• Complete all required documentation, including software updates, warranty processes, and statutory compliance records.

Parts Administration

• Request and manage parts in accordance with internal procedures.
• Ensure all warranty parts are correctly tagged and submitted to the warranty department for storage and processing.

Minimum Requirements

• Diesel Auto Electrician Trade Qualification
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role
• Valid Code 10–14 driver’s licence with PrDP
• Proficient in reading and writing English
• Strong technical and diagnostic expertise
• Physically fit and able to work in a workshop environment

Personal Attributes

• Confident, proactive, and solutions-driven approach
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Professional, reliable, and quality-focused mindset