Automotive Workshop Supervisor

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary bonus

Hybrid work arrangement

Technical training opportunities

Supportive team culture

Medical aid & retirement contributions

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Automotive Workshop Supervisor in Polokwane, Limpopo to lead a busy service center.

You will oversee daily workshop operations, coordinate technicians, and ensure service quality in a hybrid work environment, blending on-site supervision with off-site administrative tasks. The role offers opportunities for advanced technical training and a collaborative team culture.

Qualifications

• Significant experience as an Automotive Technician with leadership/supervisory roles.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and deep understanding of automotive systems and diagnostics.
• Excellent organizational, time management and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication to lead and motivate a team.
• Proficiency with workshop management software and diagnostic tools.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily activities of workshop technicians.
• Assign repair orders based on skills and workload.
• Monitor work quality to meet standards and customer expectations.
• Assist technicians with complex diagnostics and provide guidance.
• Ensure safety protocols and a clean, organized workshop.
• Manage parts inventory with parts department and approve orders.

Skills

Automotive leadership

Mechanical aptitude

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Workshop management software

Diagnostic tools

Team supervision

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Our client, a busy automotive service center in Polokwane , is looking for an experienced and proactive Automotive Workshop Supervisor to lead their team of technicians. This hybrid role involves overseeing daily workshop operations, ensuring efficient workflow, managing service quality, and maintaining a safe and productive work environment. You will be instrumental in coordinating service appointments, assigning tasks, and mentoring technicians, bridging the gap between management and the technical team to ensure customer satisfaction and operational excellence in the Limpopo province.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of the automotive workshop technicians.
• Assign repair orders to technicians based on skill set and workload, ensuring efficient job completion.
• Monitor the quality of work performed, ensuring it meets dealership standards and customer expectations.
• Assist technicians with complex diagnostic challenges and provide technical guidance.
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized workshop environment.
• Manage parts inventory in coordination with the parts department and approve parts orders for repairs.

Requirements

• Significant experience as an Automotive Technician, with proven leadership or supervisory experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and a deep understanding of automotive systems and diagnostics.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to manage and motivate a team.
• Proficiency with workshop management software and diagnostic tools.
• Ability to balance hands-on technical input with supervisory responsibilities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with potential for performance-based bonuses.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility between on-site supervision and off-site administrative tasks.
• Opportunities for advanced technical training and professional development.
• A supportive team culture within a reputable automotive service provider.
• Benefits package including medical aid and retirement contributions.