Eddie Van WYK

Experience

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  South African National Defence Force

  Jan 1992 - Sept 1995

  Automotive Technician

  Apprenticeship as Petrol & Diesel Technician.Servicing of light and heavy vehicles

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  Ford Dealer - Twenty Four Motors Ermelo

  Oct 1995 - Aug 2000

  Automotive Technician

  Mazda, Mitsubishi, Ford Technician. This includesService of light vehiclesMaintenance of light vehiclesRepairs on brake systemsRepairs on clutch systemsEngine Repairs, Overhauls and ReplacementsInstallation of Timing GearsInstallation of Timing BeltsRemoval and fitment of tyres, shocks, struts and brakes.Repairs and installation of radiators and water pumpsThorough checklists to verify all parts and procedures done correctlyOrder of PartsCustomer Service and communication in regards to vehicle issues and potential repairs Show less

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  Ermelo Toyota

  Sept 2000 - Dec 2002

  Automotive Technician

  Service, Maintenance and Repairs of all Toyota vehiclesService, Repairs and Maintenance of Fleet vehicles (trucks and light vehicles)Vehicle Inspections and DiagnosticsEngine Replacements and OverhaulsSuspension and alignmentsRemoval and fitment of tyres, shocks, struts and brakesChecklistsPart Orders

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  Autowise Service Centre

  Jan 2002 - Dec 2008

  Workshop Manager and Vehicle Technician

  Customer ServiceOrganize work reportsProcessing and Filing of reportsDaily Planning of Workshop tasks and job cardsManagement of technicians and workshop workflowVehicle InspectionsDiagnosticsQuotations on repairs and servicesFault Finding On board Disc SkimmingFitment of Brake systemsParts ordersStaff training and guidance in respect of tool and equipment handling according to safety policies

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  Vaal Toyota Sasolburg

  Jan 2008 - Nov 2012

  Workshop Manager

  Customer ServiceDaily workshop workflow planningMonthly and annual budgets and target strategiesImplementation and overseeing of Health and Safety ProtocolsEnvironmental OfficerDiagnostic TechnicianPlan and management of Technician Training and DevelopmentOversee of Service AdvisersTest Drive and Post Inspection of VehiclesGuide and Assist Technicians in mechanical problem diagnosisImplementation and Management of Workshop behavioral standards and ethicsBoost and maintain staff moraleImplementation of Performance standardsSupport and training of staffMaintenance of vehicle records and warranties Show less

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  Vaal Toyota

  Feb 2008 - Mar 2012

  Workshop Manager
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  Van Wyks Auto

  Jan 2012 - Nov 2019

  Customer service advisorMaintenance of Vehicle Record KeepingVehicle inspections, diagnostics and fault findingRepairs, services of light motor vehiclesField Repairs on light tractors for agricultural sectorRepairs on compressors for agricultural sectorIn House and Mobile Diagnostics on all heavy and light motor vehiclesEngine Replacements and OverhaulsSuspension and alignmentsIn House Fitment of shocks, tyres, struts and brakesIn House Wheel AlignmentsIn House on board Disc skimmingParts ordersStock/Inventory controlDaily workshop workflow planningProduce and process detailed reports for customers.SalesStaff managementImplementation and management of work ethics and performance standards Show less

  • Owner

    Dec 2012 - Nov 2019

  • Business Owner

    Jan 2012 - Oct 2019
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  VINZ - Vehicle Inspection NZ

  Nov 2019 - Jun 2023

  Vehicle Inspector

  COF - ACOF - B (Goods service Vehicle)COF - B (Passenger service Vehicle)Knowledge of the legislative framework within the automotive industrySound Knowledge of the inspection regime for COF, WOF and Entry Certification InspectionsAcquired International heavy truck license in 2020.

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  Valtrac Pty Ltd

  May 2021 - now

  Fleet and logistics Manager