Manager, Management

The Workshop Manager (East Rand)

Introduction

The Workshop Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the workshop, by leading the a team, and ensuring all vehicles are maintained efficiently and safely. The role focuses on planning maintenance, minimizing downtime, managing costs, and maintaining high operational and safety standards.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule and prioritize preventative and breakdown maintenance

• Implement maintenance strategies to minimize downtime

• Monitor job progress and ensure adherence to deadlines

• Manage maintenance and repairs for Heavy trucks, trailers, LDVs and vehicles

• Diagnose complex mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and electronic faults

• Develop and manage preventative maintenance programs

• Lead, mentor and supervise mechanics, technicians and apprentices

• Ensure full compliance with occupational health and safety regulations

• Manage workshop budget and control maintenance costs

• Maintain critical spare parts inventory

• Maintain detailed maintenance records and service logs

• Manage personnel:
Schedules, Leave, and all other parameters

Desired Experience & Qualification

• Grade 12 – Senior Certificate

• Qualified trade tested Diesel Mechanic

• Minimum 8–10 years’ supervisory and management experience in truck maintenance workshop

• Strong knowledge of:
Hydraulic systems, Diesel engines, and all related systems

• Strong knowledge of Trucks and Bakkies, Auto Electrical & Workshop Financial Management processes.

• Valid driver’s license (Code 10/14 advantageous).

• Must be assertive, demonstrate high integrity, be outgoing and resilient.

• Must be decisive and self-motivated.

• Good communication skills, innovative thinking, strong conceptual and analytical abilities.

• Proficiency in Excel and strong attention to detail.

Remuneration:

Highly negotiable depending on qualifications and experience

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