Supervisor test facilities

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 an experienced Supervisor Test Facilities to join the Engineering Test Centre team. The successful candidate will supervise engineering preparation & testing activities, optimize people and facilities, control work and expenditure, and ensure workshop, facilities and testing are completed on time, within budget and to Volkswagen engineering and quality standards. - This position is based in Engineering Test Centre - Product Engineering

KEY RESPONSIBILITY

• Plan, control, authorize and facility development and manufacturing release work undertaken by the section.
• Allocate work to design and test engineers, technicians and artisans to optimize section capacity.
• Lead and develop reporting staff through objectives, reviews and specialist training.
• Forecast manpower needs and recommend staffing aligned to business and project plans.
• Oversee component test facility preparation and manufacture and approve requirements and test facility signoff reports.
• Drive localization testing facility development and maintenance, quality improvements and complexity reduction.
• Represent Engineering in cross-divisional and cross-corporate activities.
• Control expenditure, capital investment, procurement and maintenance costs.
• Apply quality systems and preventative tools, including design FMEAs.

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Qualifications:

National Diploma or degree in Mechanical/ Electrical or Mechatronics Engineering.

Work Experience:

Minimum 5 - 7 years’ automotive component design and development experience, including testing in real and simulated environments and use of engineering data systems.

Technical & Behavioral Competencies:

• Proven experience in testing automotive components in both real-world and simulated environments.
• Experience working with engineering data systems and engineering development processes.
• Demonstrated leadership capability with experience leading technical teams.
• Advanced understanding of engineering principles, technical concepts and product design methodologies.
• Sound project management, planning and resource allocation skills.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• People-development skills.
• Strong technical and engineering design knowledge.
• Complex mechanical engineering problem-solving ability.
• Innovation when working within technical or resource limitations.
• High computer literacy in MS Office.
• Quality Management knowledge, including preventative methods and design FMEAs.
• Valid Driver’s License.

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 October 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.

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