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VOLKSWAGEN GROUP IS HIRING
ROBOTIC & VISION SYSTEMS SPECIALIST
At Volkswagen Group Africa, we are more than a car manufacturer – we are a global mobility company driven by innovation, quality, and our people. With operating sites in Kariega (Uitenhage), Centurion, and Sandton, we combine a proud heritage of engineering excellence with a strong focus on the future. We produce vehicles and mobility solutions that deliver performance, safety, and sustainability. Our success is powered by diverse, skilled, and passionate employees who value collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement. As part of the global Volkswagen Group, we operate in a dynamic environment where innovation, digitalization, and sustainability shape everything we do. Joining Volkswagen Group Africa means being part of a team building mobility for generations – responsibly, sustainably, and together.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Robotic & Vision Specialist to join our Production team. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining, optimizing, and supporting robotic and vision systems to ensure maximum equipment availability, improved operational efficiency, and continuous technological advancement within the Paint Shop - This position is based in Paint Shop - Production (Kariega)
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintain and optimize robotic paint application systems to ensure reliable production performance.
- Ensure paint robots produce optimum paint quality.
- Troubleshoot and resolve robotic, automation, and vision-related issues.
- Support the implementation of new technologies and automation projects.
- Provide technical expertise and training for maintenance and engineering teams.
- Manage system upgrades, modifications, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Ensure adequate spare parts planning and equipment lifecycle management.
- Develop technical specifications and business cases for future investments.
- Support production and maintenance teams during breakdown situations, including standby duties.
REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Qualifications:
- Degree or National Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field
- Certified Paint robot training (Durr / Fanuc)
- Certified PLC training (Siemens Step 7/TIA Portal)
Work Experience:
- Minimum of 8 years' post graduate experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Expert knowledge & experience with robotic paint application equipment.
- Extensive experience in industrial automation integration (Robotics, PLCs, VSD’s, SCADA systems)
- Highly experienced in fault-finding, troubleshooting and optimizing paint robots.
- Project management experience.
- Design and implement robust preventative maintenance plans.
Technical & Behavioral Competencies:
- Advanced knowledge of Industrial paint Robots paint application equipment.
- Good understanding of paints and application techniques.
- Strong PLC programming and troubleshooting capability (Siemens Step 7/TIA Portal).
- Extensive knowledge of SCADA systems, motion control and drive technologies.
- Basic Machine Vision Systems.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Results driven with a continuous improvement mindset.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams.
Note:
Please ensure that you upload:
Updated CV
Certified copies of qualifications
Certified copy of ID document
⚠️ Important: Applications without all required documents and late applications will not be considered.
If you are a dynamic and proactive professional eager to contribute to Volkswagen Group Africa’s ongoing success, we encourage you to apply.
📌 Ready to grow with us? Submit your application by clicking “Apply Now” before 29th September 2026
📩 Queries: Contact Bahieya Dolley at ssf.recruitment.vwsa.r.uit@vwsa.co.za
Employment Equity
Volkswagen Group Africa is committed to achieving and sustaining an equitable and representative workforce. In line with our Employment Equity Plan, preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups.
VWGA communicates with integrity and transparency.
Issued on behalf of HR
Job ID: 16166
Company: Volkswagen Group Africa (Pty) Ltd
Location: ZA
Department: Logistics and Fleet Management
Career Level: Executives & Management
Shift: Full-time
Contract type: Unlimited
Remote Working: Up to 20%
Posting Date: 16 Sept 2026
Volkswagen Group South Africa
Are you in?
We are looking for new talent, employees who want to achieve, believe in innovative power of ideas, leaders who are able to collaborate and adapt to the mobility of the future, take ownership, responsibility, accountability and diverse thinkers in order to embrace our differences.
What we offer :
- Competitive packages
- Benefits
- Flexible Working model
- Community Support
- Employee Value Proposition
Recruitment Address
More information:
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Imprint | Volkswagen South Africa
SERVICE ADVISOR
At Volkswagen Group Africa, we are more than a car manufacturer – we are a global mobility company driven by innovation, quality, and our people. With operating sites in Kariega (Uitenhage), Centurion, and Sandton, we combine a proud heritage of engineering excellence with a strong focus on the future. We produce vehicles and mobility solutions that deliver performance, safety, and sustainability. Our success is powered by diverse, skilled, and passionate employees who value collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement. As part of the global Volkswagen Group, we operate in a dynamic environment where innovation, digitalization, and sustainability shape everything we do. Joining Volkswagen Group Africa means being part of a team building mobility for generations – responsibly, sustainably, and together
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are looking for a customer-oriented certified Service Advisor to manage the service and repair process from booking to vehicle handover. The role involves coordinating workshop activities, allocating work to technicians, ensuring repair quality standards are met, and delivering outstanding customer service to achieve high levels of customer satisfaction. This position is based in Service Garage - NSO (Kariega)
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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Confirm customer requirements, repair scope, timing and mobility needs against workshop capacity and parts availability.
- Validate repair requirements through diagnosis, vehicle inspection and test drives where required.
- Create complete job orders on the DMS using the latest technical, repair and parts information.
- Coordinate parts, technicians, tools and equipment to support agreed completion dates.
- Obtain customer approval for supplementary work and communicate repair progress or delays.
- Verify repair quality through final checks and test drives and initiate corrective work when needed.
- Handle complaints professionally and ensure priority follow-up through to completion.
- Ensure accurate DISS workshop findings to support field analysis and product concern resolution.
- Advise the customer that the dealership will be carrying out quality control follow-up checks and request them to participate if they are called.
- Conduct vehicle safety and roadworthiness assessments during repairs, ensuring unsafe vehicles are removed from service, corrective actions are implemented, and customers are kept informed of required repairs and safety concerns.
REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Qualifications:
- National Diploma in relevant Engineering Field, Marketing, Aftersales, or a relevant qualification.
Work Experience:
- Minimum 3 years' Aftersales experience in a dealership environment.
- Completed international certified Service Advisor programme.
- Strong Volkswagen and Audi product knowledge and exposure to automotive product issues.
- Valid Driver’s license
Technical & Behavioral Competencies:
- Customer-focused communication and complaint handling.
- Proficiency in MS Office, Keyloop, ElsaPro, MSQP, SAP and iPartner.
- Sound knowledge of VWGA warranty and goodwill policies.
- Planning, job scheduling and workshop coordination.
NOTE:
Please ensure that you upload:
Updated CV
Certified copies of qualifications
Certified copy of ID document
⚠️ Important: Applications without all required documents and late applications will not be considered.
If you are a dynamic and proactive professional eager to contribute to Volkswagen Group Africa’s ongoing success, we encourage you to apply.
📌 Ready to grow with us? Submit your application by clicking “Apply Now” before 21st September 2026
📩 Queries: Contact Bahieya Dolley at ssf.recruitment.vwsa.r.uit@vwsa.co.za
Employment Equity
Volkswagen Group Africa is committed to achieving and sustaining an equitable and representative workforce. In line with our Employment Equity Plan, preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups.
VWGA communicates with integrity and transparency.
Issued on behalf of HR
Job ID: 30113
Company: Volkswagen Group Africa (Pty) Ltd
Location: ZA
Department: Car dealership and Workshop/ repair
Career Level: Professionals
Shift: Full-time
Contract type: Fixed-term
Remote Working: Mobile Work not possible
Volkswagen Group South Africa
Are you in?
We are looking for new talent, employees who want to achieve, believe in innovative power of ideas, leaders who are able to collaborate and adapt to the mobility of the future, take ownership, responsibility, accountability and diverse thinkers in order to embrace our differences.
What we offer :
- Competitive packages
- Benefits
- Flexible Working model
- Community Support
- Employee Value Proposition
Recruitment Address
More information:
Legal Noticees
Imprint | Volkswagen South Africa
