Technical Manager

Primeserv Denverdraft; Emfuleni Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics solutions provider is seeking an experienced Technical Manager to oversee workshop operations in Kliprivier. The ideal candidate will have 7-10 years of experience in heavy-duty transport or crane rental, a trade-test Diesel Mechanic qualification, and strong leadership skills to manage a team of technicians. This role offers the opportunity to ensure fleet compliance and high operational standards.

Qualifications

• 7 to 10 years' experience in heavy-duty transport or crane rental.
• Excellent planning and leadership skills.
• Strong knowledge of safety, compliance, and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a technical team of around 10 personnel members.
• Oversee maintenance, servicing, and compliance of fleet.
• Ensure workshop SHEQ compliance and enforce safety protocols.

Skills

Team leadership

Hydraulic systems knowledge

Problem-solving

Workshop scheduling

Education

Trade-test Diesel Mechanic

Tools

MS Excel

Digital workshop systems

Job description

Overview

Technical Manager / Workshop Manager required for our Client, a leader in Africa’s abnormal load logistics and heavy lifting solutions at the premises in Kliprivier, Midvaal. We are seeking a seasoned Technical Manager to take charge of our Client’s fully equipped workshop. The fleet consists of abnormal trucks, SPMT trailers, crawler cranes, mobile cranes and other light-duty vehicles. Our Client needs a dynamic leader to ensure all assets are operational, compliant and maintained to the highest standard, ensuring readiness for new projects at all times.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a technical team of around 10 personnel members, including qualified diesel mechanics, riggers, administration staff, yard assistants and drivers, and oversee all maintenance, servicing, inspections, repairs and fleet compliance for: Abnormal trucks and trailers; SPMT / SPT trailers (self-propelled modular transportation); Mobile cranes; Crawler cranes; Light-duty vehicles; Heavy duty hydraulic jacks; Escort vehicles.
• Daily management of workshop operations, planning and resource allocation.
• Budgeting, controlling workshop expenses, breakdown / emergency expenses.
• Full administrative function of managing the mechanical workshop and the Client’s fleet.
• Ensure preventative maintenance, breakdown repair and roadworthiness compliance across all fleet categories.
• Management of job cards, part usage, service records and reporting systems.
• Ensure workshop SHEQ compliance and enforce safety protocols.
• Supervise and support technical teams to deliver high-quality, efficient service.
• Maintain critical spare parts inventory and liaise with suppliers.
• Support remote breakdowns, on-site maintenance and cross-site workshop coordination.
• Coordinate team of Mechanics to attend to services and breakdowns on scheduled maintenance and unplanned maintenance.
• Coordinate inspections, licensing and audits (internal and external).
• Contribute to monthly fleet reports and improvement strategies.

Requirements

• 7 to 10 years’ experience in a similar role within heavy-duty transport, crane rental or construction plant environments.
• Trade-test Diesel Mechanic or equivalent technical qualification preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of hydraulics, rigging, lifting equipment and trailer systems.
• Excellent planning, workshop scheduling and team leadership skills.
• Firm grasp of safety, compliance and quality standards in transport.
• High energy, problem-solving mindset and ability to lead under pressure.
• Proficient in MS Excel and digital workshop / job card systems.
• Physically fit, hands-on and willing to work extended hours when needed.
• Attend to emergency breakdowns after hours as and when required.