Technical Assistant for Commercial / Passenger Vehicles - Witbank, Mpumalanga

Recruiter:

Select Motor Recruitment

Job Ref:

JHB000662/DP

Date posted:

Tuesday, September 9, 2025

Location:

Witbank, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Remuneration: R12 000.00 – R15 000.00 + Benefits to be discussed

Purpose Of The Job:

Our client is looking for a Technical Assistant to join their Team. You will be responsible for assisting the Qualified Technician with duties as given to you and required to keep the workshop running smoothly.

POSITION INFO:
Responsibilities:

Assist the qualified mechanic with maintenance, servicing, and repair of heavy-duty trucks and petrol passenger vehicles
Support with roadside and onsite breakdown repairs when required
Help manage workshop tools, equipment, and consumables
Ensure adherence to workshop safety and operational procedures
Uphold strict integrity and accountability when handling diesel and company resources
Assist with record-keeping, job cards, and maintaining workshop cleanliness and order

Requirements:

Valid Code 14 driver’s licence
Demonstrated mechanical aptitude with the ability to learn and apply technical knowledge
Experience assisting mechanics in a heavy-duty and/or passenger vehicle environment advantageous
Willingness to be on standby and travel for breakdown callouts
Strong work ethic and ability to work as part of a team
Excellent references from previous employers (essential)
Motor Industry experience ESSENTIAL!!

Skills and Attributes:

Honesty and integrity are critical
Reliable, punctual, and hardworking
Physically fit and able to work in a demanding workshop environment
Keen willingness to learn and grow under guidance

Please note only candidates with the required experience will be contacted and considered. If you are not contacted within 14 days from application, kindly consider your application as unsuccessful.
Applications will only be considered from candidates who meet the specified criteria as per the job spec. If you do not meet the requirements, Select Motor Recruitment reserves the right not to respond to your application.

Applications should be submitted no later than Thursday 11 September 2025.

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