Petrol Diagnostic Technician

ABOUT THE ROLE

A well-established franchised motor dealership in Potchefstroom is looking for a qualified Diagnostic Technician who specialises in petrol passenger and light commercial vehicles. This is a senior technical role. You'll be the workshop's go-to person for difficult electrical and electronic faults, using OEM diagnostic tools and wiring diagrams to find and fix the problems others can't.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Diagnose and repair complex engine management, electrical and electronic faults on petrol vehicles
• Use OEM diagnostic equipment, scan tools, oscilloscopes and wiring diagrams to trace faults
• Fix intermittent faults, CAN-bus/network faults and module programming issues
• Do software updates, coding and module replacements to manufacturer procedures
• Handle technical come-backs and support other technicians on difficult jobs
• Carry out services, repairs and pre-delivery inspections when needed
• Complete job cards, fault reports and warranty documentation accurately
• Meet productivity and quality targets and follow workshop safety standards Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
• Qualified Motor Mechanic (Red Seal / trade test certificate)
• At least 3 years of experience as a diagnostic technician in a franchised dealership
• Advanced auto-electrical and electronic diagnostic skills on modern petrol vehicles
• Confident using OEM diagnostic software and reading wiring diagrams
• Valid driver's licence
• Matric (Grade 12)
• Clean Criminal Record ADVANTAGEOUS
• Toyota dealership experience (strongly preferred)
• Toyota Diagnostic or Master Technician certification
• Hybrid vehicle exposure and high-voltage safety training
• Warranty and DMS experience
• Lives in or near Potchefstroom, or willing to relocate