Senior Workshop & Production Leader

Headhunters; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Headhunters is seeking a Workshop/Production Manager in Gauteng to lead day-to-day workshop operations, supervise staff, plan production and schedule workflows to meet targets. You will ensure equipment is maintained, promote continuous improvement and drive lean initiatives while coordinating procurement and stock control.

The role requires a strong background in workshop management, production leadership and welding/fabrication, with safety compliance at the core.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 (Matric) or equivalent Technical Certificate.
• Tertiary Trade Qualification.
• Tertiary qualification in Production Management, Manufacturing, Operations Management or a related field will be advantageous.
• Qualification in Production and/or Stock Management will be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the workshop.
• Lead, supervise, mentor and develop workshop personnel.
• Allocate workloads and monitor productivity to ensure production targets are achieved.
• Ensure workshop equipment, machinery and tools are maintained in good working order.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, accountability and operational excellence.
• Take full responsibility for production planning and scheduling.
• Manage all facets of the production function to ensure on-time delivery.
• Develop, implement and continuously improve production systems and workflows.
• Monitor production performance against quality, cost and efficiency targets.
• Ensure optimal utilisation of labour, equipment and materials.
• Read, interpret and implement technical drawings and specifications.
• Delegate technical instructions and provide guidance to workshop teams.
• Perform technical fault finding and implement practical engineering solutions.
• Assist with basic electrical applications when required.
• Operate and supervise the safe use of hand tools and power tools.
• Provide technical support relating to fabrication and welding activities.
• TIG Welding, ARC Welding, CO₂ Welding, Spot Welding.
• Manage workshop stock levels and inventory.
• Oversee procurement of production materials and workshop consumables.
• Ensure efficient stock control processes.
• Minimise waste while maintaining production continuity.
• Ensure full compliance with Occupational Health & Safety legislation.
• Conduct and maintain risk assessments.
• Promote safe working practices throughout the workshop.
• Ensure all staff comply with company safety procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment.
• Identify opportunities to improve production efficiency.
• Implement lean manufacturing and process improvement initiatives where appropriate.
• Monitor production KPIs and recommend operational improvements.
• Assist in developing systems that improve quality, productivity and profitability.

Skills

Production planning

Reading technical drawings

Fault finding

Electrical knowledge

Hand tools & power tools

Fabrication processes

Welding knowledge

Safe-height work

Education

Grade 12/Matric

Tertiary Trade Qualification

Production/Operations Management qualification (adv.)

Stock management qualification (adv.)

Job description

Headhunters is seeking a Workshop/Production Manager in Gauteng to lead day-to-day workshop operations, supervise staff, plan production and schedule workflows to meet targets. You will ensure equipment is maintained, promote continuous improvement and drive lean initiatives while coordinating procurement and stock control.

The role requires a strong background in workshop management, production leadership and welding/fabrication, with safety compliance at the core.