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Motor Industry Workshop Association secures R23.5m for short skills training project
Pieter Niemand, Miwa national director, says the training aligns with the association's training strategic objective and will focus on five key areas namely: automotive parts sales, service advising, leadership and problem-solving, basic auto electrical skills, and automotive component diagnosing.
Miwa identified a need among its employer members to provide shorter more niche-focused training programmes for employees and in partnership with the RMI managed to secure the necessary MerSeta funding to train 1,575 staff members in these short skills programmes.
“Training staff in these areas will enhance workshop capabilities, service quality, and overall business performance,” says Andre Bogner-Botha, chairperson of Miwa Gauteng and Miwa Training Forum.
Niemand concurs saying the project's holistic approach addresses the diverse needs of the automotive aftermarket sector, particularly the needs of micro and small employers which constitute the majority of Miwa members, contributing to workforce resilience and adaptability.
Content covers both technical and non-technical aspects. Niemand says that any of the association’s 2,600 member businesses can apply for training for themselves or their staff members. The project's goal is to positively impact a total of 1,575 employed learners nationally.
Programmes vary from two days to three months and comprise a hybrid of online and in-person courses. “All theory aspects can be completed online and then final assessments will be conducted in person by a designated training provider,” says Niemand.
All learners need to be registered by 15 June 2024 so training can commence from 1 July. The project period extends from 1 July – 30 June 2025.
Members expressed their gratitude for the opportunity to train their staff, which will lead to improved customer service, enhanced workshop efficiency, stronger leadership and problem-solving skills, and ultimately a competitive edge.