Auto Electrician

Role Summary

Auto Electrician is responsible for using service information at a level corresponding to existing Scania vehicles electronic control systems and carrying out calibrations and troubleshooting on these electronic control systems using PC diagnostics with an emphasis on non-intermittent faults.

Job Responsibilities

• Independently carry out repairs, calibrations and troubleshooting on Scania vehicles electronic control systems and electrical components using PC diagnostics with an emphasis on non-intermittent faults
• Diagnose, analyse and rectify all types of faults, including engines, gear boxes and retarders, brakes systems, pneumatic and electric components
• Diagnose, check and set the mechanical system
• Repairs or replaces defective wiring
• Install electrically operated equipment and accessories
• Set up accessories and specific equipment on the vehicles
• As required, attend to disabled vehicles at the roadside or on customer’s premises as part of Scania Assistance, following appropriate routines and procedures including roadside safety laws and regulations
• Provide technical advice to customers and colleagues
• Ensure all job cards and service sheets are completed correctly
• Understand and work according to parts ordering procedures
• Maintain a thorough and up to date knowledge of products and attend training courses
• Use and apply knowledge, training, technical and personal skills to carry out work allocated
• Ensure that customer requirements and expectations are met, through the provision of quality workmanship
• Comply with Health and Safety regulations and safe working practices
• Maintain a high standard of cleanliness and tidiness, ensuring the workshop and common areas are kept clean and are in order

Applicant must meet these minimum requirements:

• Matric certificate or equivalent
• Auto electrical trade qualification
• 5 years’ experience in the heavy commercial industry working on bus and truck as an electrician 
• Heavy Vehicle licence
• Basic computer skills

Competencies – these will be tested in the interview should you be shortlisted:

• Products and Services
• Repair and Maintenance
• SHE
• Using Information Technology
• Customer Focus and Team Work

Integrity & Compliance

All applications will be treated with full confidentially and will only be made available to the people involved in the recruitment process.

NB: Please be advised in order to apply for this vacancy you need to have been employed in your current role for a minimum of 1 year.