Workshop Manager

XAD Technologies; Sharjah; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading workshop management firm in Sharjah seeks a Workshop Manager to oversee daily operations, ensuring efficient maintenance and repair of vehicles and equipment. The role includes supervising the team, managing workflows, and ensuring compliance with UAE safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in workshop operations, strong technical knowledge, and excellent leadership skills. This position offers an opportunity to lead a proactive workshop environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in workshop operations, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong technical knowledge of vehicles/equipment relevant to the business.
• Experience working in a UAE workshop environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily workshop operations and ensure timely completion of tasks.
• Supervise technicians, assign workloads, and monitor performance.
• Ensure compliance with UAE safety standards and company policies.

Skills

Technical troubleshooting

Team leadership and training

Inventory and maintenance planning

Customer communication and service quality management

Time and cost management

Education

Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Technology, or related field

Job description

Workshop Manager Job Description

Position Summary

The Workshop Manager oversees daily workshop operations, ensuring efficient maintenance, repair, and servicing of vehicles/equipment. The role includes team supervision, workflow planning, quality control, safety compliance, and coordination with customers and suppliers, in alignment with UAE industry standards and regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily workshop operations and ensure timely completion of repair and maintenance tasks
• Supervise technicians, assign workloads, and monitor performance
• Diagnose technical issues and provide guidance on complex repairs
• Ensure compliance with UAE safety standards, company policies, and industry regulations
• Plan preventive maintenance schedules for vehicles/equipment
• Monitor workshop productivity, quality of work, and turnaround time
• Manage spare parts inventory and coordinate with suppliers for timely procurement
• Prepare job estimates, repair orders, and service reports
• Communicate with customers/clients regarding service updates, approvals, and delivery timelines
• Control workshop costs and optimize resource utilization
• Train technicians and ensure skill development through ongoing technical training
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and safety inside the workshop
• Work with management on budgeting, forecasting, and improvement initiatives

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Technology, or related field
• 58 years of experience in workshop operations, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role
• Strong technical knowledge of vehicles/equipment relevant to the business (automotive, heavy machinery, fleet, etc.)
• Experience working in a UAE workshop environment (preferred)
• Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills
• Familiarity with workshop management systems and job-card processes
• Understanding of UAE health and safety regulations

Skills

• Technical troubleshooting
• Team leadership and training
• Inventory and maintenance planning
• Customer communication and service quality management
• Time and cost management