Workshop Foreman

HR Genie; Nigel; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A transport company in Nigel is looking for a Workshop Foreman to manage their fleet maintenance operations effectively. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in the transport industry and must be technically proficient to lead a team of technicians. Candidates should have a valid drivers license, their own vehicle, and be fluent in both English and Afrikaans. This role requires strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining safety and quality standards in the workshop.

Qualifications

• 5 years experience in the transport industry is required.
• Must be able to assist and lead technicians effectively.
• Valid drivers license and own vehicle required.

Responsibilities

• Manage fleet maintenance program according to technical standards.
• Oversee maintenance, repairs, and workflow of employees.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety rules.

Skills

Technical expertise

Leadership

Computer literacy

Attention to detail

Fluency in English and Afrikaans

Job description

A career opportunity exists at RTG TECHNICAL SERVICES, NIGEL for the position of:

WORKSHOP FOREMAN

Job Summary

• Manage and maintain the fleet maintenance program in line with technical standards.
• Oversee all maintenance, services, repairs, tasks, and breakdowns performed.
• Perform Quality control and improve quality of work on a continuous basis.
• Manage daily workflow, productivity, and efficiency of employees to ensure optimal fleet uptime.
• Offer technical advice to employees when needed and ensure all technical information is current and available to workshop employees.
• Ensure administrative compliance, Job cards, timekeeping etcetera.
• Identify trends and patterns and communicate all product-related matters in a timely manner.
• Be hands-on and work on vehicles where needed.
• Ensure efficient use of materials, equipment, and labour resources.
• Ensure the workshop and equipment are maintained in a safe and clean manner.
• Ensure all Health and Safety rules are always adhered to i.e., wearing of PPE, housekeeping, etc.
• Report on any discrepancies i.e., OHS / SHE and any other concerns deemed not part of Company policy.
• You may be required to perform any other duties reasonably required by Management
• Place of work will be REINHARDT TRANSPORT, NIGEL (a division of Reinhardt Transport Group).

Requirement:

• Minimum of 5 years experience in the transport industry.
• A high level of technical expertise must be able to assist, support, and lead technicians.
• Computer literate
• Physically fit
• No criminal record
• Attention to detail
• Valid drivers license (applicants without a drivers license will not be considered)
• Own vehicle required to travel from home to work.
• Contactable references
• Must reside in the NIGEL area
• Must be fluent in English and Afrikaans

Remuneration:

To be discussed in the interview