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Motor Mechanic (Automotive Technician)

Diagnose and repair vehicles to ensure safe and reliable operation.

payments Avg: R28,000

description Overview

Automotive Technicians service engines, brakes, suspension, and diagnostics systems. Roles exist in dealerships, independent workshops, and fleet maintenance.

**A Day in the Life:**
Vehicle inspections, fault finding, repairs, test drives, and updating job cards.

schedule A Day in the Life

08:00

Review job cards and vehicle intake checks

09:30

Diagnostics and fault finding

12:30

Repairs, servicing, and parts replacement

15:30

Testing, handover notes, and admin updates

trending_up Career Path

Step 1

Apprentice Mechanic

0-3

Step 2

Qualified Mechanic

3-6

Step 3

Senior Technician / Foreman

6-10

Step 4

Workshop Manager

10+

Vital Statistics

Salary Range

R 16,000 - R 45,000

Soft Skills

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Technical Skills

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