Automotive Workshop Manager

Placements24; Southampton; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance incentives

Health and retirement benefits

Training opportunities

Dynamic work environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg is seeking an Automotive Workshop Manager to oversee a busy service center, lead technicians, optimise workflow and ensure high-quality repairs with excellent customer satisfaction.

The role requires strong leadership, deep automotive repair knowledge, and outstanding organizational and communication skills. Proficiency with workshop management software and a technical qualification are essential, with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing an automotive workshop or service department.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Knowledge of diagnostic procedures and automotive repair.
• Proficiency with workshop management software.
• Excellent organizational and planning abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the automotive workshop, including scheduling, workflow, and staff supervision.
• Lead, motivate, and develop a team of automotive technicians, ensuring high performance and productivity.
• Oversee the quality of all repairs and diagnostics, ensuring adherence to manufacturer standards and best practices.
• Manage workshop inventory, tools, and equipment, ensuring they are well-maintained and up-to-date.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations within the workshop.
• Develop and maintain strong customer relationships, addressing concerns and ensuring satisfaction with services provided.

Skills

Leadership

Diagnostics

Organizational

Communication

Team management

Education

Technical qualification or extensive automotive experience

Tools

Workshop management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Automotive Workshop Manager to oversee operations at their busy service center in Randburg . You will be responsible for managing technicians, optimizing workshop efficiency, ensuring high-quality repairs, and maintaining excellent customer satisfaction. This leadership role requires a deep understanding of automotive repair processes, strong organizational skills, and the ability to effectively manage a team and operational resources. You will play a pivotal role in the success and profitability of the workshop, driving standards of excellence in Randburg .

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the automotive workshop, including scheduling, workflow, and staff supervision.
• Lead, motivate, and develop a team of automotive technicians, ensuring high performance and productivity.
• Oversee the quality of all repairs and diagnostics, ensuring adherence to manufacturer standards and best practices.
• Manage workshop inventory, tools, and equipment, ensuring they are well-maintained and up-to-date.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations within the workshop.
• Develop and maintain strong customer relationships, addressing concerns and ensuring satisfaction with services provided.

Requirements

• Proven experience in managing an automotive workshop or service department, with strong leadership skills.
• In-depth knowledge of automotive repair, diagnostics, and technical procedures.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage a team effectively.
• Proficiency with workshop management software and standard office applications.
• A relevant technical qualification or extensive experience in the automotive field is required.

Benefits

• Attractive annual salary with performance-based incentives.
• Opportunity to manage a leading automotive service center in Randburg .
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Professional development and continuous training opportunities.
• A dynamic and challenging work environment.