73000792 - Artisan (Body Builder)

OFFICE OF OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT

ARTISAN (BODY BUILDER)

REF NO: 73000792

FLEET MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION DIRECTORATE

FLEET MANAGEMENT DIVISION

Grade: 10

• Strip and assemble bodies (Cab and Rear Bodies).

 • Remove and replace windscreens

 • Set doors and window frames

 • Undertake specialised bodybuilding repairs, gas and electrical Arc welding.

 • Prepare panels and make sheet metal parts for vehicles.

 • Fabricate metal parts by hands and machine and modify plant and vehicles as required.

 • Modify plant and vehicles as required.

 • Join panels, grind and / or file and fill.

 • Fit glass and windows onto body by means of rubber glazing. 

• De-rust vehicles, plant and equipment. 

• Manufacture, design and build new vehicle bodies.

 • Undertake minor electrical and mechanical repairs to vehicles.

 • Repair air pressure and hydraulic door operating mechanism.

• Competencies:
• Managing Work.
• Workplace Safety.
• Discipline Specific Skills
• Quality Orientation.
• Planning and Organising.
• Communication.
• Action Orientation.
• Accountability and Ethical Conduct.
• Learning Orientation.
• Resilience.

Essential Experience 

• 3 Years relevant post apprenticeship experience.

Preferred Experience

• 4 years relevant post apprenticeship experience. 

Essential Qualifications 

• Trade Tested Artisan (Body Builder or Panel Beater or Automotive Body Repairer).

Valid motor vehicle driving license (Code EC). 

 Valid Professional Driving Permit (PDP). 

Preferred Qualifications

 • Nil.