Chief Auto Mechanic

Position:

Organization: Ethio-Leather Industry Plc (ELICO)

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1. Job Purpose

To lead, coordinate, and supervise automotive maintenance and repair activities; ensure the proper functioning, safety, reliability, and availability of company vehicles; diagnose and resolve mechanical and electrical problems; manage preventive and corrective maintenance; and ensure the efficient utilization of workshop resources, tools, spare parts, and manpower to minimize vehicle downtime and maintenance costs.

2. Duties and Responsibilities

2.1. Automotive Maintenance and Repair

  • Perform and supervise preventive, corrective, and routine maintenance of company vehicles.

  • Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and electronic faults in vehicles and determine appropriate repair solutions.

  • Conduct engine, transmission, brake, suspension, steering, cooling system, and other automotive repairs.

  • Ensure vehicles are maintained according to manufacturers' specifications and established maintenance schedules.

  • Inspect vehicles regularly to identify technical problems and prevent unexpected breakdowns.

  • Perform or supervise major and minor automotive overhauls.

  • Ensure vehicles are properly serviced before being released for operation.

  • Conduct final inspections and roadworthiness checks following maintenance and repair.

  • 2.2. Maintenance Planning and Scheduling

  • Prepare and implement preventive maintenance schedules for company vehicles.

  • Develop maintenance plans based on vehicle mileage, operating conditions, service requirements, and manufacturer recommendations.

  • Coordinate vehicle servicing and repair activities with the transport and administration sections.

  • Prioritize maintenance activities according to vehicle condition, operational requirements, and urgency.

  • Monitor vehicle maintenance schedules and ensure timely servicing.

  • Identify recurring vehicle problems and recommend appropriate corrective measures.

  • 2.3. Workshop Supervision and Coordination

  • Organize, assign, and supervise the daily activities of automotive mechanics and workshop employees.

  • Allocate repair and maintenance tasks according to employees' technical skills and workload.

  • Provide technical guidance, coaching, and support to junior mechanics.

  • Monitor employees' work performance, productivity, discipline, and compliance with workshop procedures.

  • Ensure repair activities are completed within the approved time and quality standards.

  • Coordinate with drivers and concerned departments to identify vehicle defects and maintenance requirements.

  • Report major technical problems and maintenance requirements to the immediate supervisor.

  • 2.4. Spare Parts and Workshop Resource Management

  • Identify and prepare spare parts, lubricants, tools, and materials required for vehicle maintenance.

  • Prepare spare parts requisitions based on actual maintenance requirements.

  • Ensure the proper utilization and handling of spare parts and workshop materials.

  • Monitor the availability and condition of workshop tools and equipment.

  • Ensure that replaced spare parts and used materials are properly recorded and handled.

  • Minimize unnecessary spare parts consumption, wastage, and maintenance expenses.

  • Coordinate with the purchasing and store sections for the timely availability of required spare parts.

  • 2.5. Vehicle Inspection and Technical Control

  • Conduct regular technical inspections of company vehicles.

  • Inspect vehicles for mechanical defects, safety issues, and operational readiness.

  • Verify that repaired vehicles meet the required technical and safety standards.

  • Identify vehicles requiring major repairs, replacement parts, or further technical assessment.

  • Recommend vehicles for continued operation, major overhaul, or replacement based on technical condition.

  • Ensure that vehicle inspection findings and maintenance recommendations are properly documented.

  • 2.6. Safety and Environmental Management

  • Ensure compliance with workshop safety rules, occupational health and safety requirements, and company procedures.

  • Ensure the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) by workshop employees.

  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workshop environment.

  • Ensure proper handling, storage, and disposal of used oil, lubricants, batteries, and other automotive waste.

  • Identify workshop hazards and take appropriate preventive measures.

  • Ensure that tools, lifting equipment, and other workshop machinery are used safely.

  • Report accidents, unsafe conditions, and technical incidents to the concerned supervisor.

  • 2.7. Maintenance Records and Reporting

  • Maintain accurate vehicle maintenance and repair records.

  • Record vehicle service history, mileage, repair details, spare parts consumption, and maintenance costs.

  • Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance activity reports as required.

  • Maintain records of vehicle inspections, preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance, and major repairs.

  • Monitor vehicle downtime and identify the causes of repeated breakdowns.

  • Prepare technical reports and recommendations regarding vehicle maintenance and repair requirements.

  • Ensure that maintenance records are properly organized and accessible.

  • 2.8. Cost Control and Efficiency Improvement

  • Monitor maintenance costs and ensure efficient utilization of workshop resources.

  • Identify opportunities to reduce vehicle breakdowns, repair costs, and maintenance delays.

  • Recommend cost-effective maintenance solutions without compromising vehicle safety and quality.

  • Analyze recurring mechanical problems and propose preventive measures.

  • Support the improvement of vehicle availability and operational efficiency.

  • Ensure that maintenance activities are performed according to approved budgets and procedures.

  • 2.9. Performance Management and Continuous Improvement

  • Establish daily work priorities and monitor the completion of assigned maintenance tasks.

  • Evaluate the performance of automotive mechanics under supervision.

  • Identify technical skill gaps and recommend appropriate training.

  • Introduce improved maintenance practices, tools, and procedures.

  • Participate in the preparation and implementation of maintenance improvement plans.

  • Support the implementation of company policies, procedures, and operational standards

Job Requirements

4. Required Education and Experience

Education:

  • Bachelor's Degree/ TVET Level IV, Diploma in Automotive Technology, Automotive Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.

Work Experience:

  • Minimum of 5 years of relevant automotive maintenance and repair experience.

  • At least 2 years of experience in a supervisory or team-leading position is preferable.

  • Experience in maintaining and repairing different types of vehicles, including light vehicles and heavy-duty vehicles, according to the company's fleet requirements.

Additional Requirements:

  • Valid driving license appropriate to the vehicles operated by the company.

  • Relevant automotive technical certification is an advantage.

  • Knowledge of vehicle diagnostic equipment and automotive maintenance procedures.

5. Required Knowledge and Skills

  • Strong knowledge of automotive mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems.

  • Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot vehicle faults.

  • Knowledge of preventive and corrective maintenance procedures.

  • Ability to perform engine repair, overhaul, and vehicle servicing.

  • Knowledge of automotive tools, diagnostic equipment, and workshop machinery.

  • Knowledge of vehicle maintenance planning and scheduling.

  • Ability to supervise, coordinate, and evaluate workshop employees.

  • Knowledge of spare parts management and maintenance cost control.

  • Ability to prepare maintenance reports and maintain technical records.

  • Good communication, teamwork, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

  • Ability to work under pressure and meet maintenance deadlines.

  • Commitment to workplace safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

How To Apply

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Deadline: Nov 8, 2026, 12:00 AM

Location: Addis Ababa

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