Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Additional Information
Accomplishments
Certification
Reference
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Sylvester Pholo Mothemela

Sylvester Pholo Mothemela

Workshop Foreman
Johannesburg

Summary

Seasoned Workshop Service Foreman with a proven track record at Auto Baltic Volvo Cars Midrand, enhancing team productivity and customer satisfaction through expert scheduling coordination and task delegation. Skilled in tool management and fostering team growth, achieved significant improvements in service quality and efficiency.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
1
1
Language

Work History

Workshop Service Foreman

Auto Baltic Volvo Cars Midrand
03.2019 - Current

Manage daily service department operations, prioritizing workflow and allocating tasks.
- Supervise and train a team of technicians to ensure quality workmanship.
- Conduct quality control checks, address customer concerns, and implement corrective actions.
- Collaborate with Service Managers to meet sales targets, reduce labor costs, and improve customer satisfaction.
- Implement and maintain Volvo manufacturer standards, protocols, and procedures.

- Diagnosed and repaired complex vehicle issues.
- Conducted routine maintenance and inspections.
- Mentored junior technicians.

Workshop Foreman

Volvo Cars Bryanston
01.2014 - 03.2019

Operational Management

1. Workshop Operations: Oversee daily workshop operations, ensuring efficient use of resources and equipment.
2. Job Allocation: Assign tasks to technicians, considering their skills and workload.
3. Quality Control: Conduct regular quality control checks to ensure work meets Volvo standards.

Leadership and Team Management

1. Team Supervision: Supervise and mentor a team of technicians, providing guidance and support.
2. Performance Management: Monitor technician performance, providing feedback and coaching to improve skills.
3. Training and Development: Identify training needs and arrange training sessions to enhance team skills.

Customer Service and Communication

1. Customer Liaison: Communicate with customers to discuss repair work, provide estimates, and address concerns.
2. Service Advisor Support: Assist Service Advisors with technical information and guidance.
3. Internal Communication: Collaborate with other departments, such as Parts and Service, to ensure smooth workshop operations.

Workshop Apprentice and Qualified Technician

CMH Volvo Cars Bryanston
01.2004 - 04.2017
  • Built strong relationships with team members and supervisors, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Enhanced practical skills by assisting experienced professionals in various tasks.
  • Observed experienced professionals in action, gaining valuable insights into best practices within the field.
  • Learned proper and safe use and maintenance of power tools, hand tools and safety equipment.

Education

N1-N3 - Motor Trade

Tshwane South College of Engineering
Pretoria, South Africa
04.2001 -

Skills

Tool management

Estimating costs

Scheduling coordination

Task delegation

Additional Information

References


Vimal Morar - Service Manager- 084 623 2999

Kobus Viljoen- Service Manager-084 253 1498

Accomplishments

Several Employee of Month

Attended the Vista 2016 Championship 2016 in Sweden

Volvo Level 3 Certification

Certification

Volvo Level 3 Certificate

Reference

Vimal Morar- Service Manager- 0846232999

Kobus Viljoen-Service Manager- 0742531498

Timeline

Workshop Service Foreman

Auto Baltic Volvo Cars Midrand
03.2019 - Current

Workshop Foreman

Volvo Cars Bryanston
01.2014 - 03.2019

Workshop Apprentice and Qualified Technician

CMH Volvo Cars Bryanston
01.2004 - 04.2017

N1-N3 - Motor Trade

Tshwane South College of Engineering
04.2001 -
Sylvester Pholo MothemelaWorkshop Foreman