Assistant Director: Quality Assurance and Repair and Maintenance Coordination (2 posts available), Ref No. WCMD 27/2024 Details
Closing Date 2024/07/08
Reference Number WCG240604-1
Tracking Number WCMD 27/2024
Job Title Assistant Director: Quality Assurance and Repair and Maintenance Coordination (2 posts available), Ref No. WCMD 27/2024
Department Western Cape Mobility Department
Salary level 9
Enquiries Mr R. Fourie at (021) 467 4747
Job Type Permanent
Location - Country South Africa
Location - Province Western Cape
Location - Town / City Maitland
Job Purpose The Western Cape Mobility Department has an opportunity for two qualified and competent individuals to oversee the outsourced repairs and maintenance activities for a fleet of 6000 vehicles allocated to Client institutions across the Western Cape Province.
An appropriate 3 year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in a technical field, e.g. NTC 3; A minimum of 6 years relevant experience in the Motor Industry Trade or Fleet Management environment with management experience; A valid code C (or higher) driving license.
Recommendation Qualified Motor Mechanic or Panel beater; Experience in the following: Government and/or other motor transport fleet agencies; RMI/SAMBRA (or equivalent) grading systems; Audatex/Abuntex system performing cost analyses.
Key Performance Areas Oversee the daily operations of fleet repairs and maintenance with regards to quotes management, authorizations, invoice management and in-process scanning of R&M documentation; Review R&M requests for mechanical repairs, crash repairs, annual and kilometer servicing, maintenance, tire replacement, vehicle glass, auto electrical, tow ins and approve, reject or recommend requests to manager for approval; Plan and oversee daily, quarterly, bi-annual and annual inspection of the GMT fleet; Oversee the repair process of vehicles booked in at GMT or at merchants/dealerships and coordinate requests for quotes (RFQ), audatex reports and auctioneers valuation; Negotiate warranty claims, repetitive work, fleet discounts on parts and labour with Vehicle Related Suppliers (i.e.Vehicle Dealerships, Panel Beater firms, etc.) for quality control purposes and to verify repair work; Monitor and investigate vehicles failing to meet GMT quality assurance standards, find solutions and recommend corrective actions; Review GMT work distribution to Vehicle Related Suppliers; Review recommendations from Technical Assistants where vehicle quotes for repairs exceed the value of the vehicle or reached their economic life cycle and approve the use of parts or withdrawal from service; Review and recommend TV6/28 vehicle condition; Assessments to dispose of vehicles via online auctions; Establish and maintain appropriate systems of internal control and financial management to ensure compliance with governance prescripts; Provide training and guidance to R&M Technical Assistants, Drivers, and Technical Aids to drive with accountability to achieve organisational service standards; Detecting and preventing vehicle maintenance and repair fraud as well as institute recoverable cost claims against Client Institutions for non-compliance of fleet maintenance and repair prescripts.
Knowledge of the following: BBB-EE Act; Fleet Management Systems; Technical knowledge with regard to the repair, maintenance, panel beating and spray painting of vehicles; Office administration; Client Liaison Management. Skills needed: Good planning and organising; Problem solving; Negotiation; Conflict resolution; Communication (Written and verbal); Computer literacy. Ability to meet stringent deadlines (i.e. vehicle downtime management).
Remuneration R 444 036 per annum (Salary level 9)
Note on remuneration: Service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.
Notes Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.
By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.
Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.
Policy
The Western Cape Government is guided by the principles of Employment Equity.
Disabled candidates are encouraged to apply and an indication in this regard would be appreciated.
Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.
This project is an initiative of the Western Cape Government.
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