Phillip Snyman

A trade tested Red Seal Petrol automotive Technician with over 10 years' experience in dealerships. My experience includes advanced vehicle diagnostics, fault finding and complex electronic systems. Striving always, to maintain first-time-fix rates using OEM diagnostic software to isolate and repair complex powertrain, ignition and fuel injection faults.

I maintain and adhere to OEM standards and apply a systematic approach to technical problem solving. I am seeking a position as a Diagnostic Technician.

Motor Technician - Subaru Somerset West - Somerset West

(2023-06)

Responsible for all routine work required of a motor mechanic/Technician such as trouble shooting, problem solving, diagnostics, fixing problems to the satisfaction of the customer. With fewer call outs compared to previous position.

• Troubleshooting and problem solving
• Vehicle diagnostics
• Fixing problems to customer satisfaction
• Advising customers and assisting other mechanics
• Queries related to motor cars and service plans

Motor Technician - Subaru Dealership and Repairs Bryanston - Bryanston

(2018-07 - 2023-06)

Responsible for all routine work required of a motor mechanic/Technician. Also relieved as Workshop Foreman with 5 mechanics reporting to me.

• Trouble shooting, problem solving, diagnostics
• Fixing problems to the satisfaction of the customer
• Advising customers and assisting other mechanics and apprentice mechanics
• Assisting customers with questions about car performance and automotive matters
• Call outs
• Ensured workshop achieved billing hours for bonuses
• Keeping updated with technology changes related to Subaru brand
• Promoting the brand to customers to increase sales
• Relieving as Workshop Foreman from time to time

Motor Technician - Jeep Bryanston - Bryanston

(2017-05 - 2018-06)

• Repair of motor vehicle engines
• Gearbox repairs
• Transmission repairs
• Mechanical faults and problems resolution

Refrigeration Assistant - The Fridge Guy

(2016-05 - 2017-07)

Installation, inspection, maintenance and repair of refrigeration equipment.

• Installs, inspects, maintains and repairs refrigeration equipment
• Installs and troubleshoots specialized refrigeration equipment and machinery
• Tests lines, components and connections using electrical, mechanical and pneumatic test equipment
• Does soldering and brazing
• Charges and leak checks refrigeration systems
• Performs pre-start up checks on equipment and adjusts as necessary
• Lays out and installs reference points for determining equipment location
• Requisitions material and supplies from stockroom; orders from vendors
• Reads complex blueprints, sketches and schematics
• Supervises other regular employees during minor portion of work time
• Assist with installation of cables for underground electrical distribution systems
• Other trade work incidental to electrical work
• Other adhoc duties as deemed fit by Management
• General administration, timesheets, log book, etc

Motor Service Business Owner - Self-employed - Malawi

(2014-08 - 2016-05)

Set up and operated a motor service business servicing and repairing luxury motor vehicles of all makes.

• Serviced and repaired luxury motor vehicles (all makes)

Motor Technician (temp contact) - German Car Connexion Randburg - Randburg

(2013-08 - 2014-12)

• Repairs, service and maintenance of motor vehicles
• Installing natural gas and CNG Gas systems in vehicles
• Trained on BRC system for Gas installations
• Diagnosing and repair of most makes of vehicles

Sub contractor - Mechanic (Self-employed) - JF MOTORS

(2012-10 - 2013-08)

Private vehicle repairs with a colleague.

Claims Administrator - Moto rite - Sunninghill

(2012-07 - 2012-10)

Processing claims as an administrator.

Sub contractor - Mechanic - High Tech

(2011-12 - 2012-04)

• Repairs to motor vehicles and maintenance
• Responsible for billing and costing of jobs
• Follow up with customers
• Liaising with customers on faults, work to be done, and parts required
• Ordering and purchasing of parts
• Quoting on work to be done
• Develop basic knowledge on EPC.NET and Kerridge parts system
• Training on diagnostics programme for Mercedes (DAS VAG), VW, BMW and Ford vehicles
• Diagnosing and repair of most makes of vehicles

Apprentice Motor Mechanic - Mercedes Benz – Northcliff - Northcliff

(2007-04 - 2011-11)

• Experiential training on apprentice Programme
• Practical application of training
• Attendance at compulsory study schools
• Diagnosing faults, and repairing faults
• Liaising with customers regarding problems
• Proposing remedies to resolve problem
• Maintenance and repairs to vehicles according to job cards
• Ignition systems analysis and repairs
• Fuel injection systems, fault finding and repairs
• Advising line manager of work required on vehicle if additional work is needed
• Ensure that I meet the required CSI ratings
• Obtain authorization on additional work to be done
• Assist with training of new apprentices
• Maintain high level of competence and seek advice when necessary
• Attend courses, when necessary
• Maintain company image and professional conduct at all times
• Operate equipment and observe safety rules and regulations
• Wear safety apparel while at work
• Assist when asked to in the workshop and anywhere else
• 24 hr standby and call out when required

Casual worker to assist Engineers - Ambassador Motors Randburg - Randburg

• Generally assisted with stripping and rebuilding petrol and diesel engines
• Reconditioning cylinder heads
• Installing valves, valve stem seals
• Skimming of cylinder heads

N3 National Diploma - Motor Engineering - Roodepoort Technical College (2006-01 - 2007-04)

N2 Certificate - Motor engineering - Roodepoort Technical College (2006-01 - 2006-11)

N1 Certificate - Motor engineering - Roodepoort Technical College (2006-01 - 2006-05)

Grade 12 - Abbots' college (Northcliff) (2005-12)

Matriculation - Northcliff High School (2004-12)