Alberton Record
Future is bright for Ford Alberton Technician
Jason Els, a skilled technician and foreman at Ford Alberton, has emerged as the winner of Ford’s 2024 Skills Contest, earning the title of technician of the year.
This esteemed competition saw the participation of over 600 Ford technicians from various regions across the nation.
The intensive two-day event took place in Silverton, Pretoria, on September 10 and 11, challenging contestants to showcase their technical expertise.
The initial round of the competition was open to all Ford technicians, with three representatives from Ford Alberton taking part in an online test alongside other participants. Those who performed well advanced to the next round.
Due to the rigorous nature of the contest, Jason Els and Crave Kock were the only two technicians from Ford Alberton to progress to the next stage.
The subsequent round involved a comprehensive online test comprising 100 questions to be completed within 60 minutes. Jason Els excelled and secured a position in the top 10.
During the national finals, Els underwent a theory examination along with 10 practical challenges, encompassing both vehicle and bench tests. Each challenge had to be completed within a strict timeframe of 20 minutes.
Reflecting on his success, Els stated, “The competition emphasized not just knowledge but its practical application.” He expressed his thorough preparation for the contest, having diligently studied the required materials, including the Master Tech Programme, throughout his training spanning four years.
In an interview with the Alberton Record, Els humbly acknowledged his talent as a Ford technician, emphasizing the significance of this achievement in his career.
Nico Bruyns, the service manager at Ford Alberton, commended Els for his dedication and continuous self-improvement, remarking on the pride he feels in Els’s accomplishments.
Jason Els commenced his journey at Ford Alberton as an apprentice four years ago and has since progressed within the company. Following the completion of his apprenticeship, Els obtained a Red Seal qualification and is now on the verge of completing the demanding Master Tech programme, which comprises 11 specializations and 140 training courses.
Els expressed his aspirations for his achievement to propel his career to new heights and open up further opportunities for advancement.
