Workshop Manager - Freelander, Abu Dhabi

Al Tayer Group Career site; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Al Tayer Motors in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Workshop Supervisor to oversee the workshop function and assist the Service Manager in implementing plans to achieve service targets for revenue, profit, and customer satisfaction.

The role requires a Graduate Degree or Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical/Technical) with at least 3 years of workshop supervision experience. You will coordinate schedules, budgets, and parts supply while ensuring safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Graduate Degree or Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical/Technical) discipline and management qualification.
• 3 years experience of workshop supervision experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and monitoring on a monthly basis the schedule of work, associated budget for the areas of responsibility, monitor performance against this, initiating corrective action where necessary to ensure workshop operations are conducted within the agreed financial parameters.
• Establish and continuously review with Service Manager the workshop’s structure, work flows and job responsibilities in the workshop to ensure work is organized and carried out in the most efficient and effective manner. Ensure smooth supply of parts to the technician and incase not available recommend to parts dept. for an alternative source of supply.
• Support service staff to ensure maintenance of tools is done on a timely basis to ensure costs of business is kept to minimum without compromising on the safety aspect
• Supervise the work of mechanics to ensure that the set workshop processes are followed so that the work flow, quality standards, profit and customer satisfaction index is maintained.
• Supervise/ Submit product quality feedback to Technical Support Specialist for sending reports to principals.
• Advise Team Leaders/ Technicians periodically about ways and means to improve technician productivity and implementation of manufacturer’s warranty policy.
• Ensure all workshop equipments like car wash, lifts etc. are in proper working condition and periodic maintenance is carried out in these equipments.
• Maintain repeat job register and give timely feedback to Team Leaders, on the trend. Analyze the register and take corrective measures.
• Propose and implement yearly leave plan for the workshop staffs. Organize replacement wherever required.
• Recommend changes in standard labor time and recovery charges to higher authorities as and when required.
• Guide and motivate subordinates to enhance performance and produce quality work, and ensure that they are continuously developed for higher level roles

Skills

Workshop supervision

Budget management

Team leadership

Quality control

Education

Engineering (Mechanical/Technical) degree

Job description

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

About Us

Al Tayer Motors is a premium destination for luxury automotive excellence in the UAE, representing some of the world’s most prestigious brands. We believe that our people are our greatest strength. With a team of approximately 3000 professionals representing more than 42 nationalities, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to grow, achieve, and thrive. Our success is rooted in the richness of our organizational culture, global outlook and the diverse experiences that come together to form a truly high-performing team. Our culture is built on the belief that luxury is not just about the vehicles we offer, but the people who bring those brands to life. Whether in customer service or technical expertise, every role plays a vital part in delivering the exceptional luxury experience our brands are known for. Innovation at Al Tayer Motors goes beyond technology — it’s about empowering our people to exceed expectations and shaping meaningful experiences that inspire excellence. By nurturing their talent and embracing diverse viewpoints, we continue to set benchmarks in the luxury automotive sector — where every detail matters, and every experience is elevate.

Job Description

To supervise the workshop function and assist the Service Manager to implement plans and programs in order to achieve service targets in terms of revenue, profit and effective customer satisfaction

Responsibilities

Roles and Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and monitoring on a monthly basis the schedule of work, associated budget for the areas of responsibility, monitor performance against this, initiating corrective action where necessary to ensure workshop operations are conducted within the agreed financial parameters.
• Establish and continuously review with Service Manager the workshop’s structure, work flows and job responsibilities in the workshop to ensure work is organized and carried out in the most efficient and effective manner. Ensure smooth supply of parts to the technician and incase not available recommend to parts dept. for an alternative source of supply.
• Support service staff to ensure maintenance of tools is done on a timely basis to ensure costs of business is kept to minimum without compromising on the safety aspect
• Supervise the work of mechanics to ensure that the set workshop processes are followed so that the work flow, quality standards, profit and customer satisfaction index is maintained.
• Supervise/ Submit product quality feedback to Technical Support Specialist for sending reports to principals.
• Advise Team Leaders/ Technicians periodically about ways and means to improve technician productivity and implementation of manufacturer’s warranty policy.
• Ensure all workshop equipments like car wash, lifts etc. are in proper working condition and periodic maintenance is carried out in these equipments.
• Maintain repeat job register and give timely feedback to Team Leaders, on the trend. Analyze the register and take corrective measures.
• Propose and implement yearly leave plan for the workshop staffs. Organize replacement wherever required.
• Recommend changes in standard labor time and recovery charges to higher authorities as and when required.
• Guide and motivate subordinates to enhance performance and produce quality work, and ensure that they are continuously developed for higher level roles

Qualification & Experience

• Graduate Degree or Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical/Technical) discipline and management qualification
• 3 years experience of workshop supervision experience