Automotive Workshop Manager

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary & bonuses

Hybrid work

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Professional training

Autonomy in role

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Automotive Workshop Manager to oversee Rustenburg operations. You will lead a team of technicians and service staff, ensuring efficient, quality service while balancing on-site leadership with remote administrative tasks.

You will drive profitability, oversee scheduling and budgeting, and implement strategies to enhance customer satisfaction and long-term client relationships. A strong leadership background in automotive workshops is essential.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in automotive workshop management or a senior supervisory role.
• Proven ability to lead and develop a high-performing team.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day workshop operations, ensuring high service quality and efficiency.
• Lead, mentor, and motivate technicians and support staff.
• Oversee service scheduling, workflow management, and resource allocation to maximize productivity.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, environmental policies, and procedures.
• Manage workshop finances including budgeting, cost control, and profitability analysis.
• Develop strategies to enhance customer satisfaction and build long-term client relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Workshop management

Team supervision

Operations planning

Customer service

Tools

Workshop management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and dynamic Automotive Workshop Manager to oversee operations in Rustenburg. This leadership position requires a blend of technical expertise, strong people management skills, and a strategic business mind. You will be responsible for ensuring the smooth, efficient, and profitable operation of the workshop, leading a team of technicians and service staff. This role offers the chance to drive operational excellence and customer satisfaction within a respected automotive service provider, with a hybrid approach balancing on-site leadership with flexible remote administrative tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day workshop operations, ensuring high standards of service quality and efficiency.
• Lead, mentor, and motivate a team of automotive technicians and support staff, fostering a positive work environment.
• Oversee service scheduling, workflow management, and resource allocation to maximize productivity.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, environmental policies, and company procedures.
• Manage workshop finances, including budgeting, cost control, and profitability analysis.
• Develop and implement strategies to enhance customer satisfaction and build long-term client relationships.

Requirements

• Significant experience in automotive workshop management or a senior supervisory role.
• Strong technical understanding of automotive repair and maintenance procedures.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management capabilities.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Familiarity with workshop management software and business operations.
• Ability to balance on-site operational demands with remote administrative responsibilities effectively.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement plan.
• Opportunities for professional development and industry training.
• A leadership role with significant impact and autonomy.