Motus – Haval Kempton Park Apprentice Level Year 1 Programme 2026

Motus Corporation is inviting applications for an entry-level Apprentice: Level Year 1 opportunity at Haval Kempton Park in Gauteng.

The successful applicant will begin a structured workplace-learning journey covering vehicle maintenance, workshop support, supervised repairs, parts administration and customer interaction.

This opportunity is intended for a candidate with Matric, an interest in automotive technology, basic mechanical aptitude and a strong willingness to develop practical workshop skills.

Important: The application questionnaire applies stricter screening requirements than the main advert. It requires South African citizenship, a valid South African driver’s licence and passed Matric subjects in Pure Mathematics and Physical Science.

At a glance

What this opportunity is

This is a first-year automotive apprenticeship opportunity at Haval Kempton Park.

The apprentice will receive practical exposure under the guidance of experienced or qualified technicians. The workplace learning will include vehicle maintenance, workshop organisation, basic diagnostic support, supervised repair work and customer service.

The role is designed to help the successful applicant develop foundational automotive knowledge and practical skills while contributing to the dealership’s workshop operations.

Although the recruitment portal classifies the position as permanent, the advert does not explain the apprenticeship agreement, training phases, programme duration or employment arrangements after Level Year 1. These details should be confirmed if the candidate is shortlisted or offered the position.

Main duties and responsibilities

• Participate in structured practical training sessions.
• Learn the principles of vehicle maintenance and repair.
• Assist qualified technicians with vehicle inspections and workshop tasks.
• Support technicians when identifying or diagnosing vehicle problems.
• Perform allocated repair activities under appropriate supervision.
• Learn how automotive tools and equipment are used and maintained.
• Help keep the workshop clean, organised and operationally ready.
• Ensure tools and equipment are returned to the correct locations.
• Assist with tracking workshop parts, stock and supplies.
• Support basic parts and inventory-management activities.
• Develop professional customer-service skills.
• Assist with providing customers with authorised updates on vehicle progress.
• Follow workshop safety procedures and company policies.
• Attend ongoing training sessions and workshops.
• Work cooperatively with technicians and other dealership employees.
• Contribute towards a positive and productive team environment.

Important: Apprentices should perform technical activities only within their training level and under the supervision or authorisation provided by the employer.

Requirements stated in the main advert

• A completed high-school diploma or equivalent qualification.
• A clear interest in automotive technology.
• A passion for developing practical automotive skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Basic mechanical aptitude.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a practical environment.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Self-motivation.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Commitment to producing quality work.
• A valid driver’s licence is described as preferred but not essential in the main advert.

Stricter application-form requirements

The official online application questionnaire screens candidates against several requirements that are not fully explained in the main advert.

• South African citizenship.
• A valid South African driver’s licence.
• Passed Matric.
• Pure Mathematics as a Matric subject.
• Physical Science as a Matric subject.
• A pass in Pure Mathematics.
• A pass in Physical Science.

The application form indicates that candidates who select “No” for these screening conditions may be disqualified automatically. A learner’s licence is not treated as equivalent to a valid driver’s licence in the questionnaire.

Applicants must answer according to their genuine qualifications and documents. They should not claim to hold subjects or a licence they do not have.

Driver’s-licence discrepancy

The main vacancy states that a valid driver’s licence is preferred but not essential.

However, the application questionnaire requires a valid South African driver’s licence and indicates that both “No” and “Learner’s Licence” responses may result in disqualification.

Applicants should therefore understand that the online screening process currently treats a full valid driver’s licence as a practical application requirement, despite the wording in the main advert.

Matric-subject discrepancy

The main advert asks only for a completed high-school qualification or equivalent. It does not name specific school subjects or minimum marks.

The application form, however, requires candidates to confirm that they took and passed Pure Mathematics and Physical Science in Matric.

Mathematical Literacy is not presented as an accepted alternative in the questionnaire. The form also does not state minimum percentage marks for Pure Mathematics or Physical Science.

Business-unit information

The vacancy title and job description identify the opportunity as being at Haval Kempton Park.

However, the job-details section lists the business unit as “VW and Audi”. The official page does not explain this difference.

Applicants should use the vacancy title and location when checking the opportunity and can confirm the reporting business unit or dealership structure if shortlisted.

Previous experience

The vacancy is classified as entry level and does not require previous automotive employment.

Previous customer-service or technical experience will be advantageous but is not listed as compulsory in the main advert.

Relevant exposure may include school technical projects, automotive-related courses, supervised workshop exposure, job shadowing or participation in practical automotive workshops.

Applicants should describe only genuine experience and should not state that they performed specialised repairs independently if they were working under supervision.

Preferred knowledge and exposure

• Previous customer-service exposure.
• Previous experience in a technical environment.
• Familiarity with automotive tools and equipment.
• Participation in automotive courses or workshops.
• Basic knowledge of vehicle systems and components.
• Interest in vehicle maintenance and repair.

These items are described as advantageous or beneficial rather than compulsory. Applicants who meet the screening requirements should not exclude themselves solely because they have not previously worked in a dealership.

Skills and competencies

• Mechanical aptitude.
• Interest in automotive technology.
• Willingness to learn.
• Practical problem-solving ability.
• Attention to detail.
• Commitment to quality work.
• Verbal and written communication.
• Customer-service awareness.
• Teamwork and cooperation.
• Self-motivation.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Respect for workshop safety requirements.
• Ability to organise tools and equipment.
• Reliability and punctuality.

Apprenticeship details not confirmed

The vacancy identifies the role as “Apprentice: Level Year 1” but does not provide the following information:

• The formal trade title attached to the apprenticeship.
• The full programme duration.
• The training provider.
• The SETA or quality council involved.
• The occupational qualification or certification to be awarded.
• Theoretical or institutional training arrangements.
• Requirements for progression to Level Year 2.
• Trade-test arrangements.
• The apprenticeship start date.
• The salary or apprentice remuneration.

Applicants should not assume that a specific artisan qualification is included unless this is confirmed by Motus in an apprenticeship agreement or written offer.

Employment type explained

The Simplify vacancy classifies the position as permanent.

At the same time, the role is specifically a Level Year 1 apprenticeship. The vacancy does not explain how the permanent classification relates to the apprenticeship’s training stages or what happens after each level.

Candidates should read the written employment and apprenticeship agreements carefully and confirm the duration, progression conditions, probation provisions and qualification outcome before accepting an offer.

Application questionnaire

The official application form asks applicants to confirm:

• That their most recent CV has been uploaded.
• That they are ready to answer the screening questions honestly.
• Whether they are a South African citizen.
• Whether they hold a valid South African driver’s licence.
• Whether they passed Matric.
• Whether they took Pure Mathematics and Physical Science in Matric.
• Whether they passed Pure Mathematics.
• Whether they passed Physical Science.

The form warns that inaccurate information may affect the current application or future applications. Candidates should ensure their answers match their certificates and uploaded documents.

What applicants should understand

• This is a first-year automotive apprenticeship opportunity.
• The position is based at Haval Kempton Park in Gauteng.
• The recruitment portal classifies the role as permanent.
• The main advert does not require previous automotive employment.
• The online questionnaire applies stricter criteria than the main advert.
• A full valid driver’s licence is effectively required by the current screening form.
• Pure Mathematics and Physical Science are required by the screening form.
• The application form requires South African citizenship.
• The exact artisan trade or qualification is not named.
• The salary or apprentice remuneration is not stated.
• The full apprenticeship duration and progression requirements are not provided.
• Completing Level Year 1 does not automatically guarantee progression unless confirmed in the apprenticeship agreement.

Application checklist

• An updated CV.
• A clear copy of the applicant’s South African ID, if requested.
• A clear copy of a valid South African driver’s licence.
• A Matric certificate or official statement of results.
• Proof that Pure Mathematics was completed and passed.
• Proof that Physical Science was completed and passed.
• Details of automotive courses or workshops, where applicable.
• Details of technical, customer-service or workshop exposure, where applicable.
• Correct education and employment dates.
• A reliable cellphone number.
• A professional email address.

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About Motus Corporation

Motus is a diversified automotive group operating across vehicle import and distribution, retail and rental, mobility solutions and aftermarket parts. Its automotive retail operations represent multiple vehicle manufacturers and brands through a large dealership network.

Official Motus website: https://www.motus.co.za/

Haval Kempton Park forms part of the Motus dealership network and provides vehicle sales, servicing and parts-related support in Kempton Park, Gauteng.

Official Haval Kempton Park dealership page: https://www.motus.co.za/dealerships/motus-haval-kempton-park/

Quick tips for applicants

• Apply before 14 August 2026.
• Submit by 13 August where possible.
• Check the screening requirements before starting the application.
• Prepare your Matric results showing Pure Mathematics and Physical Science.
• Prepare a copy of your full valid driver’s licence.
• Show your interest in automotive technology clearly on your CV.
• Include automotive courses, workshops or school projects where relevant.
• Mention customer-service experience if you have it.
• Do not claim technical experience that you cannot verify.
• Check that every questionnaire answer matches your supporting documents.

Common application mistakes

• Assuming that a learner’s licence will satisfy the application form.
• Confusing Mathematical Literacy with Pure Mathematics.
• Applying without checking the Physical Science requirement.
• Uploading a CV without Matric-subject information.
• Providing questionnaire answers that do not match the Matric certificate.
• Claiming independent repair experience when the work was supervised.
• Assuming that the advert confirms a specific motor-mechanic qualification.
• Waiting until the final day to apply.

Scam warning

• Apply only through the official Motus Simplify recruitment platform.
• Do not pay anyone for an application, interview, assessment, training, uniform or apprenticeship placement.
• Do not share banking PINs, passwords or one-time PINs with anyone offering employment.
• Do not send personal documents to unverified social-media accounts or private messaging numbers.
• Confirm that the application website belongs to motus.simplify.hr before uploading documents.

How this opportunity was verified

This opportunity was verified from the official Motus Simplify vacancy for Apprentice: Level Year 1 at Haval Kempton Park.

The main listing confirmed Motus Corporation as the employer, Kempton Park as the location, the entry-level classification, practical training focus, responsibilities, advertised requirements and closing date.

The official application form was also reviewed. It confirmed additional screening questions covering South African citizenship, a full valid driver’s licence, Matric, Pure Mathematics and Physical Science.

The main advert and application form differ regarding the driver’s-licence requirement and the level of Matric detail required. The advert also does not explain why the business unit is listed as VW and Audi while the opportunity is identified as Haval Kempton Park.

The vacancy does not state the salary, full apprenticeship duration, trade title, qualification, training provider, SETA, start date or progression arrangements.

Read more about our process on the How We Verify Listings page.

How to apply

1. Open the official Motus application page below.
2. Confirm that the vacancy title is “Apprentice: Level Year 1 | Haval Kempton Park”.
3. Read the complete apprenticeship advert.
4. Review the stricter application-form requirements.
5. Prepare your latest CV and supporting documents.
6. Complete your personal, education and employment information accurately.
7. Upload your updated CV.
8. Add your Matric certificate and driver’s licence if requested.
9. Answer all citizenship, licence and Matric-subject questions honestly.
10. Review the information and uploaded documents.
11. Submit before the official closing date.

Application Closing Date

The official closing date is 14 August 2026.

The exact closing time is not stated. Applicants should submit by 13 August 2026 where possible to reduce the risk of missing the deadline because of registration, technical or document-upload problems.