Fleet Workshop Operations Lead

Kabstrading Co; Richards Bay; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Kabstrading Co in Richards Bay is seeking a Workshop Operations role to support the Workshop Manager with the daily running of the workshop and to coordinate mechanics, technicians and workshop assistants.

You will oversee vehicle servicing, repairs and preventative maintenance, monitor progress to meet timeframes, and prioritise urgent repairs based on operational requirements. Inspect completed work and help minimise vehicle downtime while conducting regular inspections to ensure quality.

Responsibilities

• Support the Workshop Manager with the day-to-day running of the workshop.
• Allocate and coordinate daily work for mechanics, technicians and workshop assistants.
• Oversee vehicle servicing, repairs and preventative maintenance.
• Monitor job progress and ensure work is completed within agreed timeframes.
• Prioritise urgent repairs and breakdowns based on operational requirements.
• Inspect completed work before vehicles are released from the workshop.
• Help manage workflow to minimise vehicle downtime.
• Conduct regular inspections of workshop activities and completed repairs.

Job description

Kabstrading Co in Richards Bay is seeking a Workshop Operations role to support the Workshop Manager with the daily running of the workshop and to coordinate mechanics, technicians and workshop assistants.

You will oversee vehicle servicing, repairs and preventative maintenance, monitor progress to meet timeframes, and prioritise urgent repairs based on operational requirements. Inspect completed work and help minimise vehicle downtime while conducting regular inspections to ensure quality.