Overview A newly established franchised dealership in Edenvale, representing the iCAUR brand (Chery Group's new SUV / new-energy marque), is looking for a hands-on Working Foreman to help stand up and run its workshop. This is a floor-based role: you will carry your own diagnostic and repair work while supervising a small team of technicians and apprentices, setting workshop standards from day one on a brand with no established local repair history. This suits a trade-qualified technician who has already led a bay or team at a franchised dealership and wants the opportunity to build a workshop culture from the ground up on a growing Chinese OEM brand. Key Responsibilities Include: Perform diagnostics, servicing, repairs and warranty work on iCAUR vehicles (ICE, hybrid and electric drivetrains) Supervise, mentor and allocate work to technicians and apprentices; carry out quality control on completed jobs Manage workshop workflow: job-card allocation, clocking, productivity and efficiency targets Ensure all repairs and warranty claims are completed to OEM standards and fully documented Support the Service Manager / Service Advisors with technical diagnoses, quotations and customer explanations Maintain workshop tooling, special equipment and high-voltage safety compliance Attend OEM technical training and cascade new procedures to the team Enforce health and safety, housekeeping and dealer-standard compliance in the workshop Requirements Minimum Requirements Qualified Motor Mechanic / Diesel Mechanic (Red Seal trade test) – essential Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience in a franchised dealership workshop Minimum 2 years as a Foreman, Working Foreman or Senior / Master Technician leading other technicians Strong diagnostic skills with OEM diagnostic tools and scan equipment Working knowledge of warranty processes, job cards and a dealer management system Valid Code B driver's licence; clear criminal record Based in, or able to work from, the Edenvale / East Rand area Advantageous Exposure to Chinese OEM brands (Chery, Omoda, Jaecoo, Haval, GWM, BYD, etc.) Hybrid and/or high-voltage EV certification Experience opening or setting up a new workshop / dealership Manufacturer-recognised technical training or Master Technician accreditation Personal Attributes Hands-on leader who works alongside the team rather than from an office Calm under pressure with a strong quality-first mindset Able to train and develop junior technicians Reliable, punctual and committed to dealer standards
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