Vacant Jobs at Motus Holdings Limited

Job Description

MOTUS MULTIFRANCHISE NORTHCLIFF (Renault & MG) has an opportunity available for a QUALIFIED MOTOR MECHANIC/ PETROL TECHNICIAN.

• Responsible to assess/ diagnose and repair vehicle faults and conduct services and maintenance to vehicles according to prescribed OEM standards.
• Deliver high quality technical expertise to satisfy customers and honour organisational service delivery values, and to do so efficiently and productively.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Test drive vehicles to assess the work done and for diagnosis of issues customers bring vehicles in for.
• Move frequently (walking/ climbing stairs) between the Workshop, Service Advisors and Parts department in order to generate quotes for repairs.
• Discuss repair orders with service advisors and customers as required and provide coherent explanations.
• Provide accurate diagnosis in order for estimates (cost, time, effort) for repairs to be correct.
• Carry out allocated maintenance, repair and diagnostic work as instructed. Working in a standing position with a vehicle overhead on a hoist or working in a bent position with a vehicle in a repair bay.
• Performing tasks such as replacing oil or lubricating equipment; inspecting, replacing and/or repairing damaged and malfunctioning parts. Repairs can include removal and refitment of a gearbox or engine, or removal and refitment of wheels when brakes need to be replaced.
• Use diagnostic equipment correctly for vehicle diagnosis and repair.
• Perform all duties in line with OEM and warranty requirements.
• Ensure diagnosis leads to most cost-effective and accurate remedy to fault or customer complaint.
• Take steps to ensure service and maintenance of vehicles remains within the targeted percentages of the manufacturers' time.
• Ensure vehicles are returned to the customer after service/ repair in a neat, clean and safe condition.
• Produce legible and accurate paperwork, job cards etc reflecting the work performed.
• Provide advice and support to other mechanics on technical matters.
• Ensure effective communication with staff, across departments, with customers and service providers.
• Maintain a clean, safe working environment.
• Successfully and timeously complete all required OEM and other training considered relevant.

Skills, Expertise & Other Requirements:

• Qualified as Automotive Technician is a minimum requirement.
• 3+ years’ experience as a qualified technician – highly desired.
• Valid, unendorsed driver’s license and safe driving record.
• Capable of performing the physical requirements/ demands and stamina associated with the role such as frequently handling heavy equipment & machinery; using their hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls; standing for long periods of time; bending or twisting the body; repetition of movements; kneeling, stooping, crouching, working in confined spaces to inspect, test and repair vehicle components. 
• Competent at operating manufacturer diagnostic equipment in order to access information required to perform the role and complete duties associated with the role.
• Need excellent “fix right first time” track record

Skills and Personal Attributes

• Mechanical insight
• Problem solving and motor vehicle fault diagnostic skills.
• Mentally alert
• Have sound English communication (verbal and written) skills to accurately record findings and work on job cards, and communicate with Service team and customers.
• Meticulous in your work
• Customer orientated
• A team player and interpersonally competent
• Decision making ability
• Efficient and productive

Closing Date 05 January 2026

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Job Purpose

• To provide an effective transport and /or delivery service as per agreed standard operating procedures and legislative requirements.

Minimum Experience

• 0-1 years experience in a similar environment.

Minimum Qualification

• Grade 12

Minimum Requirements

• Proficiency Descriptor
• Valid driver's license
• Behavioural Indicator
• In Possession of a valid Drivers License in terms of relevant legislation requirements

GENERIC JOB OUTPUTS

PROCESS

• Execute driving tasks and activities in compliance with legal rules and regulations.
• Deliver and collect goods and customers at required destinations in a safe and proper manner.
• Deliver on agreed performance targets according to set procedures and service level agreements.
• Ensure that vehicles are in an excellent operating condition and report non-compliance to immediate superior.
• Execute work in line with governance and compliance processes.
• Identify and apply known solutions to operational challenges and escalate unresolved issues.
• Record and report on work activities to provide timely and accurate information for decision making in area of accountability.

FINANCE

• Execute work activities effectively and efficiently in order to maximise efficiencies and reduce
• unnecessary delays in achieving goals of the office.

CLIENT

• Deliver services and/or products that create a culture which aims to meet or exceed customers' expectations in the business.
• Deliver work activities effectively to satisfy customers.

PEOPLE

• Attend learning initiatives to improve work quality and enhance own skills.
• Own and live up to company values.

Closing Date 06 January 2026