Press Vehicle Technician.

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Press Vehicle Technician.

Rosslyn, Gauteng

R300 000 – R360 000 a year

Global Shipping and Solutions Company has a 3-year contract position available for a Press Vehicle Technician. To be based in Rosslyn, Pretoria, Gauteng. The role will be geared around the purpose of preparing, maintaining, fixing vintage and brand-new BMW vehicles during press runs and launches around the country thus must be knowledgeable to manage that fleet, test and fix on the road and in the workshop should anything have an issue. Responsible for ensuring all Press vehicle activities are conducted in accordance with relevant Company and Client standards.

Requirements:

• Grade 12 with English fluency (written and spoken).
• Relevant Technical qualification (qualified Master mechanic – red seal/ certified trade tested).
• Valid Code B (08) driver’s license with no endorsement.
• Computer literacy: Microsoft word; Excel; Internet; Microsoft outlook.
• 5+ years relevant experience (BMW vehicles).
• Knowledge of BMW Automotive systems (vehicle layout, function, and location of parts).
• Knowledge of mechanical issues, warranties, service, and general repairs.
• Organisational, customer service, communication, interpersonal, & training skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.

Duties:

• Travel across the country for vehicle launches and press releases.
• Liaise with carriers regarding press vehicle movements and keep records of vehicle movements and routes.
• Monitor vehicle registrations, tracker fitments, and smash & grab foil fitments on all vehicles in the department.
• Conduct Pre-delivery servicing and inspections of all new press/ fleet vehicles.
• Run-in new press vehicles (2000 kms) to check for defects and evaluate driving dynamics (wheel balance, wheel alignment, drive train vibrations, rattles and squeaks).
• Compile technical feedback reports on faults found and general condition of press vehicles.
• Complete job cards for repair work, record replaced parts, and ensure job cards are loaded onto relevant systems.
• Order parts and return used parts for warranty claims.
• Conduct repairs, services and maintenance activities on all fleet/press vehicles when required.
• Conduct vehicle analysis and diagnostics with relevant equipment (ISIS and other BMW electronic measuring equipment).
• Liaise with relevant departments on technical issues and fleeting & de-fleeting of vehicles.

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