Tyre Fitter

To perform scheduled vehicle servicing and perform panel beating and body repair work, a vehicle assembly operation in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal is seeking a Tyre Fitter.

The company fosters a positive culture where effort and initiative are recognised. The culture is down-to-earth, with a real focus on getting things right. This is a stable position with long-term prospects for committed candidates. Qualified candidates are encouraged to get their applications in early.

Shift work and overtime may be required to meet production schedules.

• Repair or replace faulty suspension and steering components such as shock absorbers, control arms, tie rod ends, and wheel bearings.
• Carry out brake system repairs including machining or replacing brake discs and pads, repairing calipers, and bleeding brake lines to restore safe operation.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment, ensuring all tools and equipment are stored correctly and work bays are free of hazards.
• Complete job cards accurately and timeously, documenting all work carried out, parts used, and time spent on each repair for customer invoicing.
• Test-drive vehicles after repairs to verify that issues have been properly resolved and the vehicle performs safely under normal driving conditions.

• A comprehensive set of personal tools appropriate to the trade, and ability to use workshop equipment such as hydraulic lifts and wheel alignment machines.
• A valid driver's licence, preferably Code 8 or higher, with a clean driving record to enable test-driving of customer vehicles.
• Good communication skills to explain technical information to customers and service advisors in a clear and understandable manner.
• Strong knowledge of vehicle systems including engines, transmissions, brakes, suspension, air conditioning, and electrical systems.
• A minimum of three to five years of post-trade test experience working in a workshop or dealership environment.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality workmanship that meets industry safety standards.