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Specialist: Technician - Service

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Johannesburg, Gauteng Posted Oct 14, 2026
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Man Truck & Bus Johannesburg

Specialist: Technician | Service

Man Truck & Bus Johannesburg currently has a vacancy for a Specialist: Technician - Service, reporting to the Service Manager.

The primary purpose of this position is to repair Trucks and Buses according to dealer/distributor's standards and specifications in the most productive way.

As a technician, you are responsible for performing all kinds of service operations, defined assembly operations and maintenance repairs with the highest level of quality and efficiency.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Repair and servicing of vehicles according to dealer/distributor standards and within the flat rate
  • Establish parts required for service/repair to be performed and ensure correct parts are ordered
  • Report to Service Foreman promptly on any additional work required
  • Obtain authorization prior to carrying out any additional work
  • Advise Management prior to fitting any major parts outside the norm for routine servicing/repair
  • Obtain technical information from Service Foreman on problem jobs
  • Adhere strictly to technical specifications as laid down by manufacturer, or as instructed by Management
  • Adhere to laid down workshop policies and procedures
  • Note the description of all work performed on the back of Repair Order if required
  • Place all used parts in plastic bags, except oil & fuel filters, and place on passenger floor
  • All warranty replaced parts to be tagged according to laid down rules, and handed to Parts department
  • Ensure all oils and parts used are booked out on Repair Order
  • Ensure vehicles are kept as clean as possible, and use all protective items supplied
  • Ensure work bay is kept safe, clean and tidy
  • Ensure time started and completed are entered on Repair Order (Clocking)
  • Report any faulty and / or broken equipment is reported to management
  • Ensure all special tools and equipment are used with utmost care
  • To possess a complete set of tools, as per distributor requirements, and maintain in good working order
  • Always ensure a neat appearance - overalls to be changed after heavy repair
  • Maintain cordial relationship with workshop staff
  • Training as per HQS Requirements
  • Standby and after hours servicing as per Service Foreman arrangements
  • Accept responsibility for apprentices/helpers and impart through training/explanation/practice, the necessary skills required to perform the job correctly, and thereafter to inspect /monitor the work and rectify any problems

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Matric
  • Three years’ experience as a qualified technician.
  • Clear Criminal Record
  • A Valid Driver’s License C1, EC will be an added advantage
  • Diesel Truck Technician Qualification
  • Man Truck & Bus experience will be an added advantage.

Skills and Personal Attributes:

  • Problem Solving

  • Attention to detail

  • Customer focused

  • Interpersonal

  • Practical management skills

  • If you have not been contacted within two (2) weeks after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

  • Apply

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