Scheduling and Planning: Organize and schedule workshop activities, ensuring efficient use of time and resources.
Team Management: Supervise workshop staff, including mechanics and technicians, providing guidance and support as needed.
Quality Control: Monitor the quality of work performed, ensuring adherence to industry standards and company policies.
Customer Communication: Act as the primary point of contact for customers, addressing inquiries and providing updates on vehicle status.
Inventory Management: Oversee parts inventory, ensuring adequate stock levels and timely ordering of supplies.
Health and Safety Compliance: Ensure the workshop adheres to safety regulations and promotes a safe working environment.
Performance Analysis: Analyze workshop performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement necessary changes.
Training and Development: Facilitate training programs for staff to enhance skills and keep up with new technologies.
Budget Management: Assist in preparing and managing the workshop budget, monitoring expenses and profitability.
Reporting: Prepare regular reports on workshop activities, performance, and customer satisfaction for management review.
Skills
Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of automotive systems and repair processes.
Management Experience: Proven experience in a supervisory or management role, ideally within a workshop environment.
Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication abilities for effective customer interaction and team collaboration.
Organizational Skills: Strong organizational skills to manage schedules, resources, and workflow efficiently.
Problem-Solving Abilities: Ability to quickly identify issues and develop effective solutions in a fast-paced environment.
Customer Service Orientation: Commitment to providing exceptional service and maintaining positive customer relationships.
Financial Acumen: Understanding of budgeting, cost control, and financial reporting.
Health and Safety Awareness: Knowledge of health and safety regulations relevant to workshop environments.
Team Leadership: Ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team of technicians and support staff.
Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and technologies in the automotive industry.