Assistant Workshop Manager - Heavy Vehicle Fleet & Maintenance

Aaliyah Karim; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 260,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Fort Hare in Johannesburg is seeking an Assistant Workshop Manager to oversee logistics and heavy vehicle maintenance, ensuring safe, reliable transport for university operations.

You will lead workshop activities, supervise staff, coordinate servicing, repairs, breakdowns and preventative maintenance, and ensure compliance with roadworthiness and safety standards.

Permanent role based on site; relevant diesel mechanic qualification and supervisory experience required.

Qualifications

• Supervisory or management experience in a workshop environment.
• Experience with trailer or heavy vehicle maintenance.
• Strong fleet maintenance and preventative maintenance experience.
• Breakdown management and vehicle repair experience.
• Workshop team supervision and work allocation.
• Knowledge of roadworthiness, safety and workshop compliance.

Responsibilities

• Assist with managing workshop and fleet maintenance operations.
• Supervise staff and ensure efficient vehicle servicing, repairs, breakdowns and preventative maintenance.

Skills

Supervisory/management experience

Trailer/heavy vehicle maintenance

Fleet maintenance

Breakdown management

Workshop supervision

Roadworthiness & safety compliance

Education

Diesel Mechanic qualification

Grade 12 / Matric

Job description

The University of Fort Hare in Johannesburg is seeking an Assistant Workshop Manager to oversee logistics and heavy vehicle maintenance, ensuring safe, reliable transport for university operations.

You will lead workshop activities, supervise staff, coordinate servicing, repairs, breakdowns and preventative maintenance, and ensure compliance with roadworthiness and safety standards.

Permanent role based on site; relevant diesel mechanic qualification and supervisory experience required.