Fleet Maintenance Workshop Lead (Heavy Vehicles)

Fluor; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 279,000 - 502,000; Full time

Job summary

Fluor in Johannesburg seeks a hands-on Workshop Supervisor to lead the maintenance and operational readiness of heavy vehicle fleets. You will manage a team, oversee repairs, and drive safety and efficiency across the workshop.

The role requires 5+ years in fleet maintenance with supervisory experience, strong diesel and systems knowledge, and experience with maintenance software. Contract position based in Fiji? note: primary location Johannesburg.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Trade Qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Heavy Diesel Mechanics, Automotive Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in fleet maintenance, workshop management, or transport operations.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Proven experience with heavy commercial vehicles, transport fleets, fuel tankers, or industrial equipment.
• Strong knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical systems, and fleet diagnostics.
• Experience using fleet maintenance management systems.
• Valid driver's license.
• Strong leadership, planning, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance and repairs of trucks, trailers, tankers, forklifts, generators, and other fleet assets.
• Manage preventative maintenance schedules to maximize fleet availability and reduce downtime.
• Lead and supervise mechanics, technicians, and workshop support staff.
• Coordinate breakdown response and emergency repair activities.
• Ensure all maintenance work complies with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage workshop inventory, spare parts, consumables, and maintenance costs.
• Monitor fleet performance and prepare maintenance and operational reports.
• Drive a strong safety culture and continuous improvement initiatives across the workshop.

Skills

Leadership

Planning

Problem-solving

Communication

Team supervision

Education

Mechanical Engineering Diploma

Heavy Diesel Mechanics Diploma

Automotive Engineering Diploma

Tools

Fleet maintenance software

Job description

Fluor in Johannesburg seeks a hands-on Workshop Supervisor to lead the maintenance and operational readiness of heavy vehicle fleets. You will manage a team, oversee repairs, and drive safety and efficiency across the workshop.

The role requires 5+ years in fleet maintenance with supervisory experience, strong diesel and systems knowledge, and experience with maintenance software. Contract position based in Fiji? note: primary location Johannesburg.