Claims Assessor (motor industry)
Gqeberha - South Africa
Job Summary
Duties & Responsibilities
Job Position: Claims Assessor (motor industry)
Ref: 5216
Location: PE/Gqeberha
Salary: Commensurate with qualification and experience
Qualifications / Requirements:
Motor Mechanic/Auto Electrician Trade Certificate
Master/Diagnostic Technician qualification
National Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Electrical Engineering will be an advantage
Minimum 5 to 10 years technical work experience and knowledge of aftersales service systems and processes
Extensive experience in mechanical and electrical fault diagnosis with a proven ability to solve technical solutions effectively
Proven experience engaging with dealers and customers in a retail environment
Technical and Behavioural Competencies:
Self-motivated disciplined and capable of working independently
Strong technical analytical decision-making and problem-solving ability
Excellent communication skills professional and diplomatic approach
Ability to negotiate manage conflict and perform under pressure
Team player with good MS Office skills (Word Excel PowerPoint)
Key Performance Areas:
Oversee OEM Warranty and Maintenance Plan operations ensuring dealer claims are accurate compliant and cost effective
Role requires adherence to OEM technical standards and a commitment to continuous improvement through the analysis and escalation of claim and repair
Assess and validate dealer Warranty and Maintenance Plan claims in line with brand standards
Ensure dealer network compliance with approved warranty policies technical procedures and labour time guidelines
Monitor and control claim/repair quality and cost through ongoing validation and system based corrections
Engage proactively with dealers to resolve warranty and maintenance plan matters efficiently
Provide clear guidance and coaching to improve dealer claim/repair quality accuracy and policy adherence
Support internal stakeholders through reporting risk identification and audit activities
Desired Experience & Qualification
Qualifications / Requirements:
Motor Mechanic/Auto Electrician Trade Certificate
Master/Diagnostic Technician qualification
National Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Electrical Engineering will be an advantage
Minimum 5 to 10 years technical work experience and knowledge of aftersales service systems and processes
Extensive experience in mechanical and electrical fault diagnosis with a proven ability to solve technical solutions effectively
Proven experience engaging with dealers and customers in a retail environment
Technical and Behavioural Competencies:
Self-motivated disciplined and capable of working independently
Strong technical analytical decision-making and problem-solving ability
Excellent communication skills professional and diplomatic approach
Ability to negotiate manage conflict and perform under pressure
Team player with good MS Office skills (Word Excel PowerPoint)
Key Performance Areas:
Oversee OEM Warranty and Maintenance Plan operations ensuring dealer claims are accurate compliant and cost effective
Role requires adherence to OEM technical standards and a commitment to continuous improvement through the analysis and escalation of claim and repair
Assess and validate dealer Warranty and Maintenance Plan claims in line with brand standards
Ensure dealer network compliance with approved warranty policies technical procedures and labour time guidelines
Monitor and control claim/repair quality and cost through ongoing validation and system based corrections
Engage proactively with dealers to resolve warranty and maintenance plan matters efficiently
Provide clear guidance and coaching to improve dealer claim/repair quality accuracy and policy adherence
Support internal stakeholders through reporting risk identification and audit activities
Package & Remuneration
Salary: Commensurate with qualification and experience