Trainee Workshop Foreman

Auto & Truck Tyres (Pty) Ltd; India; On-site; INR 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Auto & Truck Tyres (Pty) Ltd in India is seeking a workshop supervisor to assist in supervising mechanics and technicians, coordinate daily tasks, and ensure all repair work meets quality and safety standards.

You will monitor progress, enforce health and safety, manage workshop tools and inventory, document work, and participate in training to develop technical and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Matric and technical qualification in mechanical/automotive are preferred.
• Entry-level candidates with relevant qualifications may be considered.
• Willingness to learn and grow in a supervisory role.

Responsibilities

• Assist in supervising workshop staff, including mechanics and technicians.
• Support the coordination and allocation of daily job tasks.
• Ensure all maintenance and repair work is completed to quality and safety standards.
• Monitor job progress and provide updates to management.
• Assist in enforcing health and safety regulations within the workshop.
• Help manage workshop tools, equipment, and inventory.
• Participate in diagnosing mechanical issues and recommending solutions.
• Ensure proper documentation of all work performed (job cards, reports, etc.).
• Support in maintaining housekeeping and cleanliness of the workshop.
• Attend training sessions and actively develop technical and leadership skills.

Skills

Mechanical interest

Communication skills

Leadership potential

Problem solving

Work under pressure

Organizational skills

Team player

Education

Matric (Grade 12)

Technical qualification (Mech/Automotive)

Job description

• Assist in supervising workshop staff, including mechanics and technicians
• Support the coordination and allocation of daily job tasks
• Ensure all maintenance and repair work is completed to quality and safety standards
• Monitor job progress and provide updates to management
• Assist in enforcing health and safety regulations within the workshop
• Help manage workshop tools, equipment, and inventory
• Participate in diagnosing mechanical issues and recommending solutions
• Ensure proper documentation of all work performed (job cards, reports, etc.)
• Support in maintaining housekeeping and cleanliness of the workshop
• Attend training sessions and actively develop technical and leadership skills
• Matric (Grade 12)
• Relevant technical qualification (e.g. Mechanical / Automotive) – advantageous
• Basic mechanical knowledge or workshop exposure
• Valid driver’s license (preferred)
• Willingness to learn and grow within a supervisory role

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong interest in mechanical/workshop operations
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Basic leadership potential
• Problem-solving and attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure
• Good organizational skills
• Team player with a proactive attitude

Experience:

• 1–2 years’ experience in a workshop or mechanical environment (preferred)
• Entry-level candidates with relevant qualifications may be considered

Training & Development:

• Exposure to workshop management systems and processes
• Development in staff supervision, reporting, and operational planning