Sheldon Domonique Du Plessis
Eersteriver
Summary
Senior motor technician with extensive experience as a Foreman in vehicle diagnostics and repair, specializing in KTS diagnostics Bosch system. Proven track record in optimizing operational efficiency through data analysis and team leadership. Skilled in conducting performance reviews and promoting a safe work environment. Committed to leveraging technical expertise and leadership to enhance automotive service operations.
Overview
2
2
Languages
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Technician Senior Motor Technician
Autoworks Milnerton
08.2016 - Current
- Conduct repair service fault finding and perform diagnostic checks to ensure vehicle reliability.
- Diagnose faults accurately using KTS diagnostics machine and complete repairs confidently.
- Carry out repair service diagnostics and confirm correct vehicle operation.
- Carry out repair service diagnostics and complete fault verification steps.
- Perform quality control checks on completed repairs and final work outcomes.
- Perform quality control checks to confirm work meets workshop standards.
- Record all completed work and document diagnostic results to maintain accurate service records.
- Set up equipment to test and verify functionality and performance before delivery.
- Assisted technicians in managing workload and prioritise tasks.
- Provide guidance to repair shop assistants and other technicians during tasks.
- Support and assist foreman as required to keep work running smoothly.
- Support front line staff with parts ordering and prepare accurate quotes to streamline repair processes.
- Start and end workday routines, including cleaning work areas for next shift.
- Set an example by keeping workstations clean, neat, and organized throughout each shift.
- Ensured workshop cleanliness to promote a productive work environment, work bay, cars, and tools, then restore and pack special tools away.
Foreman
Autoworks Milnerton
Cape Town
03.2021 - 08.2022
- Recruits, hires, and motivates qualified service technicians for daily performance.
- Conducts regular performance reviews with branch manager for accountability.
- Assists technicians with hands-on skill development and job readiness.
- Manages department performance using document efficiency, comeback, warranty surveys, forecasts.
- Monitors each repair order progress throughout the day.
- Allocates repairs fairly using technician workload and capability.
- Provides technical support when repairs need additional guidance.
- Maintains high-quality repairs and reduces repeat failures for customers.
- Performs spot checks on completed jobs for thoroughness.
- Road-tests vehicles to confirm quality of completed work.
- Bills repairs correctly to maintain accurate service records.
- Handles customer complaints within 24 hours and escalates appropriately.
- Runs a customer follow-up programme to confirm service satisfaction.
- Maintains a safe work environment to prevent workplace risks.
- Safeguards proper storage and inventory control for special tools.
- Runs stocktakes to keep special tool inventory accurate.
- Ensures special tools stay cared for, stored correctly, and available.
- Monitored daily work progress to ensure tasks were completed on time and maintained accurate logs.
- Followed scope of work documents to keep projects on schedule and costs within budget.
- Collaborated with management and technical crew to organise site operations and meet project milestones without delays.
- Identified material or process problems impacting work quality and corrected problems with workers.
- Reported project updates to senior management, highlighting estimated completion dates and any delays or quality issues.
- Reported project updates to senior management, highlighting estimated completion dates and any delays or quality issues.
Performance Orientated Mechanical Technician W/S
Precision Performance
01.2011 - 01.2016
- Installed and serviced turbochargers, improving engine power and efficiency
- Installed engine management systems, optimising vehicle functionality and compliance
- Rebuilt engines, enhancing vehicle performance and reliability
- Performed general service and maintenance tasks
Mechanical Assistant
West Coast Automotive
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Assisted motor mechanics in replacing and repairing worn and defective parts, re-assembling mechanical components, and performing routine tasks such as changing oil and filters to maintain vehicle performance.
- Managed and maintained stock of replacement parts to smoothly handle expected work.
- Organised the workshop and tool inventory, maximising space utilisation and accessibility.
- Collected requirements from clients and followed instructions for maintenance and repair work.
Education
Trade Test -
merSeta (Cape Automotive)
01-2022
NFV LEVEL 2 - 4 - Engineering & Design
Northlink College
01-2009
Grade 9 -
Goodwood College
01-2006
Skills
- KPS System
- Bosch System
- Technical Documentation
- Excel
- Snap of Scan
- Problem solving
- Team Management
- Flexibility in Tasks
- Effective communication
- Professional Demeanour
- Goal Driven
Languages
Afrikaans
Proficient
C2
English
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Foreman
Autoworks Milnerton
03.2021 - 08.2022
Technician Senior Motor Technician
Autoworks Milnerton
08.2016 - Current
Performance Orientated Mechanical Technician W/S
Precision Performance
01.2011 - 01.2016
Mechanical Assistant
West Coast Automotive
01.2009 - 01.2011
Trade Test -
merSeta (Cape Automotive)
NFV LEVEL 2 - 4 - Engineering & Design
Northlink College
Grade 9 -
Goodwood College