Job Description

Closing Date

2025/08/18

Reference Number

WCG250623-3

Tracking Number

WCMD 27/2024 R1

Job Title

Assistant Director: Quality Assurance and Repair and Maintenance Coordination (2 posts available), Ref No. WCMD 27/2024 R1

Department

Western Cape Mobility Department

Salary level

9

Enquiries

Mr R. Fourie at (021) 467 4747

Job Type

Permanent

Location - Country

South Africa

Location - Province

Western Cape

Location - Town / City

Maitland

Job Purpose

The Western Cape Mobility Department has an opportunity for two qualified and competent individuals to oversee the outsourced repairs and maintenance activities for a fleet of 6000 vehicles allocated to Client institutions across the Western Cape Province.

Minimum Requirements

Grade 12 (equivalent or higher); Qualified Motor Mechanic or Panel Beater (e.g NTC 3 equivalent or higher); A minimum of 6 years experience in the Motor Industry Trade or Fleet environment; A valid (Code C1 or higher) driving licence with PDP (EC licence will be accepted as well).

Recommendation

Qualified Motor Mechanic or Panel beater; Experience in the following: Government and/or other motor transport fleet agencies; RMI/SAMBRA (or equivalent) grading systems; Audatex/Abuntex system performing cost analyses.

Key Performance Areas

Oversee the daily operations of fleet repairs and maintenance with regards to quotes management, authorizations, invoice management and in-process scanning of R&M documentation; Review R&M requests for mechanical repairs, crash repairs, annual and kilometer servicing, maintenance, tire replacement, vehicle glass, auto electrical, tow ins and approve, reject or recommend requests to manager for approval; Plan and oversee daily, quarterly, bi-annual and annual inspection of the GMT fleet; Oversee the repair process of vehicles booked in at GMT or at merchants/dealerships and coordinate requests for quotes (RFQ), audatex reports and auctioneers valuation; Negotiate warranty claims, repetitive work, fleet discounts on parts and labour with Vehicle Related Suppliers (i.e.Vehicle Dealerships, Panel Beater firms, etc.) for quality control purposes and to verify repair work; Monitor and investigate vehicles failing to meet GMT quality assurance standards, find solutions and recommend corrective actions; Review GMT work distribution to Vehicle Related Suppliers; Review recommendations from Technical Assistants where vehicle quotes for repairs exceed the value of the vehicle or reached their economic life cycle and approve the use of parts or withdrawal from service; Review and recommend TV6/28 vehicle condition; Assessments to dispose of vehicles via online auctions; Establish and maintain appropriate systems of internal control and financial management to ensure compliance with governance prescripts; Provide training and guidance to R&M Technical Assistants, Drivers, and Technical Aids to drive with accountability to achieve organisational service standards; Detecting and preventing vehicle maintenance and repair fraud as well as institute recoverable cost claims against Client Institutions for non-compliance of fleet maintenance and repair prescripts.

Competencies

Knowledge of the following: BBB-EE Act; Fleet Management Systems; Technical knowledge with regard to the repair, maintenance, panel beating and spray painting of vehicles; Office administration; Client Liaison Management. Skills needed: Good planning and organising; Problem solving; Negotiation; Conflict resolution; Communication (Written and verbal); Computer literacy. Ability to meet stringent deadlines (i.e. vehicle downtime management).

Remuneration

R 468 459-R 551 823 per annum (Salary level 9)

Note on remuneration: Service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Notes

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.



Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.