Diesel Fleet Workshop Supervisor

Helderberg Personnel Cc; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Helderberg Personnel Cc is seeking an experienced Vehicle Workshop and Transport Foreman in Grabouw to oversee the vehicle workshop and fleet operations. The role involves managing preventative maintenance, breakdown repairs, and coordinating transport activities to keep the fleet safe, reliable, and productive.

The ideal candidate is a qualified diesel mechanic with strong supervisory skills and a track record of running a busy workshop efficiently, including procurement and budgeting duties.

Qualifications

• Qualified diesel mechanic with a completed trade test.
• At least 5 years’ post-trade-test experience.
• 3-5 years’ workshop management or supervisory experience.
• Strong technical knowledge of trucks, forklifts and other diesel vehicles.
• Computer literacy.
• Valid driver’s licence. A Code EC licence with a valid PDP or a forklift licence will be advantageous.
• Procurement experience.
• Willingness to work extended hours when required.
• Medically fit to perform the duties associated with the position.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage planned maintenance schedules to minimise breakdowns and downtime.
• Ensure that vehicle breakdowns are attended to promptly.
• Oversee repairs, servicing and preventative maintenance on trucks, forklifts and other diesel-powered vehicles.
• Conduct quality checks on repaired vehicles.
• Manage workshop staff and monitor performance.
• Coordinate transport-related activities and ensure smooth daily operations.
• Monitor spare-parts availability and assist with procurement.
• Maintain a clean, safe and well-organised workshop.
• Assist with budgeting, monitor costs and identify opportunities for cost savings.
• Safeguard company vehicles, tools, equipment and workshop assets.

Skills

Vehicle maintenance

Leadership

Workshop management

Diesel engines

Preventative maintenance

Procurement

Education

Trade test completed

Tools

Forklift licence

Code EC licence

Job description

Helderberg Personnel Cc is seeking an experienced Vehicle Workshop and Transport Foreman in Grabouw to oversee the vehicle workshop and fleet operations. The role involves managing preventative maintenance, breakdown repairs, and coordinating transport activities to keep the fleet safe, reliable, and productive.

The ideal candidate is a qualified diesel mechanic with strong supervisory skills and a track record of running a busy workshop efficiently, including procurement and budgeting duties.