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Auto Electrician
(Auto Elec)
Overview
Reference
Auto Elec
Salary
ZAR/month
Job Location
- South Africa -- City of Cape Town -- Cape Town -- Parow
Job Type
Permanent
Posted
10 September 2025
Closing date
26 Sep 2025 21:59
Qualified Auto Electrician
Location: Cape Town, South Africa
A trusted leader in heavy-duty automatic and manual transmissions for over 30 years, is seeking a Qualified Auto Electrician to join our team. This role requires expertise in electrical systems of trucks, buses, and earth-moving vehicles, with a strong focus on diagnostic and transmission-related electrical work.
Minimum Requirements
- Trade-tested Auto Electrician (Merseta Red Seal qualification required)
- 3–5 years relevant experience working on auto electrical systems for heavy-duty vehicles
- Proficient communication skills (read, write, and speak) in Afrikaans and English
- Valid driver’s license (Code 10/14 advantageous)
- Own reliable transport
- Good health and physically fit for the role
- Computer literacy (basic/intermediate level) with the ability to operate diagnostic equipment and software
Working Conditions
- Working hours: Monday to Friday, 07:30 – 17:00
- Standby availability required (24/7) on ratation for call-outs and breakdown assistance
- Overtime may be required on short notice
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Diagnose and repair auto electrical faults on heavy-duty transmissions (automatic and manual)
- Install, maintain, and repair wiring, harnesses, sensors, and control systems for transmissions and vehicle electrical systems
- Operate diagnostic tools and specialised equipment for fault finding and calibration
- Perform electrical testing and inspections to ensure safety and compliance with technical standards
- Work alongside mechanics to remove, strip, and refit transmissions, ensuring all electrical systems are correctly integrated
- Conduct dyno testing and record diagnostic results accurately
- Prepare detailed job card reports on electrical work performed
- Assist with on-site breakdowns and call-outs, including testing and repairing electrical issues under pressure
- Support the collection and delivery of parts when required
Remuneration
- Salary is market-related, depending on qualifications, skills, and experience.
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