Automotive Workshop Operations Lead

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 460,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses and incentives

Professional development

Supportive team environment

Employee discounts on servicing and 90

Job summary

Placements24 in Mahikeng, North West, is seeking an Automotive Workshop Controller to lead the service department, coordinate schedules, assign work, and monitor progress to meet workshop targets.

The role requires supervisory experience in an automotive workshop, strong knowledge of repair processes, and excellent organizational and communication skills. On-site role with potential bonuses and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in supervisory or controller roles in automotive workshop environments.
• Strong grasp of repair processes and terminology.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Proven ability to motivate and lead technicians.
• Good interpersonal communication abilities.
• Proficient in using workshop management software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily service workshop operations for efficiency and productivity.
• Assign jobs to technicians based on skill and availability.
• Monitor repair orders to ensure timely completion and quality.
• Coordinate with service advisors and technicians to resolve delays.
• Manage workshop resources, bay usage, and tools.
• Ensure health and safety regulations are followed.

Skills

Automotive management

Team leadership

Service processes

Communication skills

Workshop software

Education

Relevant automotive qualification

Tools

Workshop management software

Job description

Placements24 in Mahikeng, North West, is seeking an Automotive Workshop Controller to lead the service department, coordinate schedules, assign work, and monitor progress to meet workshop targets.

The role requires supervisory experience in an automotive workshop, strong knowledge of repair processes, and excellent organizational and communication skills. On-site role with potential bonuses and development opportunities.