Lead Diesel Workshop Foreman: Heavy Vehicle Diagnostics

Red Ember Recruitment (PTY) Ltd; Randfontein Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Red Ember Recruitment (PTY) Ltd is seeking a skilled Workshop Foreman for a client in Pinetown. You will supervise workshop technicians, allocate jobs, monitor progress and ensure work meets manufacturer specifications.

Role requires a qualified Diesel Mechanic with a diesel trade test, plus minimum 5 years in a heavy vehicle workshop and supervisory experience. Strong leadership and diagnostic skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 / Matric is required.
• Qualified Diesel Mechanic with a recognised Diesel Trade Test.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a commercial vehicle/truck workshop.
• Previous supervisory or foreman experience.
• Strong knowledge of diesel engines, transmissions and vehicle electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily activities of workshop technicians and support staff.
• Allocate repair, service and maintenance jobs according to skills and workload.
• Monitor workshop workflow, job progress and vehicle turnaround times.
• Provide technical assistance and guidance on complex repairs and fault diagnosis.
• Ensure repairs/services meet technical standards and manufacturer specifications.
• Inspect completed work and ensure vehicles meet quality and safety standards.
• Monitor technician productivity, labour hours and job completion.
• Ensure job cards are accurately completed and updated.
• Liaise with Parts Department to ensure parts availability and correct allocation.
• Ensure warranty repairs are correctly identified and processed.

Skills

Leadership

Planning

Organisation

Communication

Diesel engines knowledge

Diagnostics

Diagnostic equipment

Computer literacy

Wiring diagrams

Supervisory experience

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

Qualified Diesel Mechanic with Diesel Trade Test

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Workshop/job-card systems

Wiring diagrams tools

Job description

Red Ember Recruitment (PTY) Ltd is seeking a skilled Workshop Foreman for a client in Pinetown. You will supervise workshop technicians, allocate jobs, monitor progress and ensure work meets manufacturer specifications.

Role requires a qualified Diesel Mechanic with a diesel trade test, plus minimum 5 years in a heavy vehicle workshop and supervisory experience. Strong leadership and diagnostic skills are essential.