Vacant Roles at Kia Motor

Job Description

Specific Role Responsibilities

• Carry out diagnostic work and support mechanics as set out by the Foreman.
• Carry out fault diagnosis to aid and speed up vehicle servicing.
• Take steps to ensure servicing of vehicle remains within the targeted percentages of the manufacturers' time.
• Discuss matters with service advisors and customers as required and provide coherent explanations.
• Ensure standards are maintained with regards to vehicle care and safety whilst performing functions.
• Ensure vehicles are returned to the customer after service in a neat and clean condition.
• Complete all necessary and relevant training as required by the OEM (online, classroom, other mediums of training) within reasonable time frames.
• Admin functions: Complete forms and documentation included in the company's service routine.
• Draft and prepare any reports required.
• Mentor apprentices, sign off logbooks and evaluate their technical ability (if applicable)
• Ensure effective communication with team members and colleagues across departments, with customers and service providers.
• Participate in marketing campaigns when required for the furtherance of the business.
• Any other duties as may reasonably be required.

Qualifications and Experience

• Qualified Technician; minimum 3-5 years of experience after qualifying as a Technician is essential.
• KIA technician experience will be of advantage
• Relevant OEM product training - will be an advantage.
• Need excellent “fix right first time” track record.
• Competent at operating manufacturer diagnostic equipment/ computer in order to access information required to perform the role and complete duties associated with the role.
• Mechanical insight Problem solving and motor vehicle fault finding skills.
• Mental alertness
• Must have sound English communication and writing skills to accurately record findings and work on job cards.
• Meticulous Customer orientated
• Team player and Interpersonal competence
• Decision making and action orientated.
• Valid, unendorsed driver’s license

Skills and Personal Attributes Customer Service

• Fundamental problem-solving capacity
• Occupational Health and Safety
• Product and/or service knowledge
• Research and Information Gathering
• Technical Ability
• Technical Learning
• Trust and Integrity

Closing Date 21 October 2026

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Job Description:

• Establish and maintain strong business relationships with fleet customers in order to promote fleet sales, in line with predefined work objectives and agreed standard operating procedures.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

PROCESS

• Adhere to current legal compliance, e.g. FICA regulation, POPI Act and Consumer Protection Act (CPA) and others.
• Analyse the market potential and determine the value of existing and prospective customers.
• Assist allocated dealerships with fleet prospecting, which includes presentations, pricing and aftersales to fleet customers during visits and registering fleet owners on the Fleet portal.
• Conduct research and gather data to provide input to operational reporting and decision-making processes.
• Conduct research to identify new opportunities/technologies which could result in better operational processes.
• Define standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Ensure that customers are knowledgeable of products and services in order to ensure retention of existing customers; improving sales revenue and increasing customer base.
• Establish, develop and maintain strong business relationships with current and prospective fleet customers to generate new business.
• Manage all customers through timeous follow-ups.
• Process all leads of prospective customers and follow-up on possible sales, following CRM processes and procedures.
• Provide specialist advice to enable planning for value-added process improvements, initiatives and services.
• Provide specialist advice to identify and develop solutions to improve quality of processes and services.

FINANCE

• Adhere to organisational policies and procedures to ensure cost effectiveness and reduction of financial wastage related to materials or equipment.
• Adhere to organisational policies and procedures to ensure cost effectiveness and reduction of financial wastage.
• Ensure that the assets, resources and equipment are managed in a manner that enhances cost effective utilisation.

 CLIENT

• Deliver services and/or products that create a culture which aims to meet or exceed customers' expectations in the business.
• Build sustainable relationships with customers that contribute to a culture of customer service excellence.
• Introduce brands in terms of products, service and offerings for internal and external customers.

PEOPLE

• Own and live up to company values.
• Participate and provide expertise to a culture of work centric thinking, productivity, service delivery and quality management.
• Participate in forums/discussions that positively contribute to knowledge improvement.
• Provide advice and support with the management of change and offer operational support where required.

Minimum Experience

• 3 - 5 years' experience in a similar environment

Minimum Qualification

• Matric
• Related job training and experience

Preferred Experience

• 0-1 Year experience in a similar environment

Closing Date 21 October 2026

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Job Summary:

• We are seeking a motivated individual to join our team as an Apprentice Level 1. The ideal candidate will work under the supervision of experienced professionals and participate in on-the-job training in their chosen field.
• This role will provide hands-on experience and the opportunity to develop valuable skills and knowledge in a supportive and encouraging environment.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in completing tasks and projects as assigned by supervisors
• Participate in training sessions and courses to enhance skills and knowledge
• Follow safety protocols and guidelines at all times
• Maintain a positive attitude and eagerness to learn
• Work collaboratively with team members and communicate effectively
• Take initiative and demonstrate a strong work ethic

Qualifications:

• Pure and Technical Maths 
• Physical Sciences
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Basic understanding of the chosen field or industry
• Ability to follow instructions and work well in a team setting
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Willingness to learn and grow in the role
• Punctual and reliable
• Basic computer skills

Closing Date 23 October 2026

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Job Description

• The New Vehicles Sales Manager is fully responsible for managing and leading the New Cars sales teams, maximizing sales and profitability to achieve dealer sales targets and sales forecast commitments, and ensuring customer satisfaction and retention through the execution of the sales process.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Meet sales targets
• Maximise sales and profitability through satisfaction and retention of customers to meet sales forecast.
• Developing the necessary sales organization to meet sales and profitability objectives.
• Ensuring optimum stock of vehicles on premises.
• Ensuring cost control to budget within the department.
• Ensure adequate product display material is available.
• Review all pricing policies, discounts and “trade-in” dealing to maintain Dealership profitability.
• Monitor financial performance of sales department weekly.
• Ensure that customer complaints are dealt with timeously and effectively.
• Ensure that vehicle is delivered according to OEM quality and safety standards.
• Ensure that departmental customer satisfaction/ expectation targets are met.
• Ensure direct and indirect costs remain within Company prescribed parameters.
• Ensure that Sales Executives receive new model launch training.
• Establish the staffing levels and the training required to achieve sales objectives.
• Ensure that all floorplan activities are monitored.
• Ensure stock level is kept within company policy requirements.
• Maximize sale of back-end products.

Experience and Knowledge Required:

• A minimum of 5 years vehicle sales experience within the motor vehicle industry. Relevant experience in new car sales is essential.
• Track record of accurate vehicle valuations, setting and adjusting pricing is essential.
• Prior experience in a sales management role; managing, leading, administering and motivating a sales team to achieve objectives, to guide and implement effective sales processes and systems, and to ensure achievement of business sales objectives is preferred.
• A previous successful track record in sales is required.
• Knowledge & understanding of OEM target management and variable margin programmes is an advantage.
• Prior experience in Renault and MG sales or similar brand - highly desired.

Qualifications Required:

• Senior Certificate (Grade 12)
• A relevant tertiary qualification NQF6+ (e.g. sales/ marketing/ business management) qualification - an added advantage.

Other Requirements:

• Valid, unendorsed drivers license and safe driving record.
• Computer literate: MS Office and dealer lead management system.
• Knowledge of dealership policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of competitive motor industry.

Skills and Personal Attributes

• Communication (spoken and written business communication).
• Interpersonal skills (building rapport)
• Sales management and marketing skills, knowledge and experience in the retail automotive context is necessary.
• Business acumen/ commercial astuteness
• Relationship management with new car sales department and other relevant stakeholders.
• Customer service management

Personal Attributes:

• Professional
• Highly results driven and orientated
• Highly self-motivated and constantly driven to achieve more.
• Highly resilient and able to maintain a positive outlook.
• Ethical
• Calm under pressure; able to keep emotions under control.
• An adapter: someone who can adapt their interpersonal style to suit different people or situations.
• A team player
• Reliable

Closing Date 21 October 2026