Lead Quality Controller – Heavy Vehicles Workshop

Oxyon People Solutions; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the heavy vehicle industry is seeking a hands-on, technically strong Quality Controller to join their Workshop team. The role involves leading and mentoring technicians, ensuring productive output, and driving quality improvements. Candidates must have a trade qualification as an Auto Electrician or Diesel Mechanic, with at least 5 years’ experience in the commercial vehicle sector. Strong leadership and technical skills are essential for this position focused on maintaining high service standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in the heavy commercial vehicle industry.
• Proven leadership or supervisory experience in a workshop environment.
• Computer literate.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of workshop technicians.
• Monitor technician hours and ensure efficient, productive output.
• Drive productivity to achieve sold hours targets.
• Reduce rectifications/reworks through continuous quality improvement.
• Conduct ad-hoc inspections and consolidate quality reports.
• Manage and action reports from the Department of Transport.
• Oversee planning, workshop loading, and workflow.
• Supervise and coordinate staff training and technical development.
• Ensure strict adherence to Health, Safety & Environmental standards.
• Drive WIP daily and streamline throughput processes.

Skills

Leadership

Quality Control

Technical Fault-Finding

Communication Skills

Customer Service Orientation

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

Trade-tested Auto Electrician or Diesel Mechanic

Job description

A leading company in the heavy vehicle industry is seeking a hands-on, technically strong Quality Controller to join their Workshop team. The role involves leading and mentoring technicians, ensuring productive output, and driving quality improvements. Candidates must have a trade qualification as an Auto Electrician or Diesel Mechanic, with at least 5 years’ experience in the commercial vehicle sector. Strong leadership and technical skills are essential for this position focused on maintaining high service standards.