Earthmoving Workshop Manager - Drive 85% Fleet Availability

SPH Kundalila; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company seeks an Earthmoving Workshop Manager in Rustenburg. The role involves managing repairs and maintenance of earthmoving equipment to ensure a minimum 85% availability. Candidates must have a Diesel Mechanic trade qualification or mechanical engineering degree, along with a minimum of five years in a workshop management role. The ideal candidate will exhibit strong mechanical and financial aptitude, alongside effective people management skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years' experience in a Workshop Manager role or equivalent.
• Proven technical service experience in machinery repair.
• Experience in major rebuilds of heavy earthmoving equipment.

Responsibilities

• Manage repair and maintenance of earthmoving equipment.
• Achieve over 85% equipment availability on site.
• Schedule services and oversee daily plant operations.

Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Technical Aptitude

Financial & Reporting Skills

Physical Aptitude

People Management Skills

Education

Trade qualification Diesel Mechanic / Earthmoving Equipment Mechanic

National Diploma / Degree Mechanical Engineering

Job description

A leading mining company seeks an Earthmoving Workshop Manager in Rustenburg. The role involves managing repairs and maintenance of earthmoving equipment to ensure a minimum 85% availability. Candidates must have a Diesel Mechanic trade qualification or mechanical engineering degree, along with a minimum of five years in a workshop management role. The ideal candidate will exhibit strong mechanical and financial aptitude, alongside effective people management skills.