Key Responsibility Areas:
Plans, co-ordinates and controls the maintenance/servicing and repairs of departmental vehicles/motor cycles and performs testing and road testing for repaired vehicles.
Reports on existing and proposed new divisional vehicles/motor cycles in respect of history of repairs and reliability.
Submits reports in respect of accident and mechanical damages to vehicles/motor cycles including estimated cost of repairs or disposal of vehicle.
Co-ordinates and controls all records in respect of spares, cost of spares, job cards, call-in system, lubricant issues, divisional instruction book etc.
Implements and controls all relevant provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, ensuring strict compliance with all prescriptions.
Obtains quotations from engineering repair companies and panel beating companies and submits repairs exceeding R1750.00 to the Inspector for approval and supervision of repairs to be undertaken.
Reviews the entire price lists of work and services offered by approved companies and reports promptly thereafter in writing to the Inspector.
Manages, develops and monitors the performance and conduct of staff and ensures staffing requirements are met.
Manages general administration functions and liaises constantly with private companies, suppliers, internal divisional personnel and other Council divisional personnel.
Essential Requirements:
Trade Tested Artisan (Motor Mechanic or Motor Electronic).
Valid motor vehicle driving license (Code C1).
Valid Professional Driving Permit (PDP).
5 years relevant post trade test experience.
Computer Literacy.