Workshop Foreman

Dixie Recruitment; Pinetown; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Job summary

Dixie Recruitment’s client is looking for an experienced, hands-on Workshop Foreman to oversee the day-to-day technical operations of a busy fleet workshop. The role suits a qualified Diesel Mechanic / Heavy Vehicle Technician who has progressed into supervision but still works on the shop floor when required.

The successful candidate will lead a team of diesel mechanics and auto electricians, ensuring maintenance, repairs, fault finding and preventative maintenance are completed safely and

Qualifications

• Diesel Mechanic / Motor Mechanic trade qualification.
• Trade Test Certificate as Diesel Mechanic or SA equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years' post-trade experience in heavy vehicle/fleet workshop.
• Supervisory or team leadership experience in a workshop Foreman or similar role.
• Experience working on heavy commercial vehicles/trucks.
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills.
• Experience coordinating a team of technicians.
• Good understanding of preventative maintenance and workshop planning.
• Valid South African driver's license.
• Computer literacy and ability to complete workshop reports.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day technical operations of the fleet workshop.
• Lead and support a team of diesel mechanics and auto electricians.
• Ensure maintenance, repairs, fault finding and preventative maintenance are completed safely and efficiently.
• Set priorities on the shop floor and manage workflow.
• Maintain accurate workshop reports and maintenance records.

Skills

Team leadership

Workshop reporting

Diagnostics

Fault-finding

Education

Diesel Mechanic / Motor Mechanic trade qualification

Trade Test Certificate as Diesel Mechanic

Job description

Our client is looking for an experienced, hands-on Workshop Foreman to take responsibility for the day-to-day technical oversight and coordination of a busy fleet workshop.

This is a practical role suited to a qualified and experienced Diesel Mechanic / Heavy Vehicle Technician who has progressed into a supervisory position but still enjoys being on the workshop floor and getting involved when required.

The successful candidate will lead and support a team of diesel mechanics and auto electricians, ensuring that maintenance, repairs, fault finding and preventative maintenance are completed safely, efficiently and to a high technical standard.

This is not an office-based management role. We are looking for someone who is technically strong, leads by example and is prepared to get their hands dirty when the situation requires it.

Minimum Qualifications & Experience

The ideal candidate will have:

• A recognised Diesel Mechanic / Motor Mechanic trade qualification.
• Trade Test Certificate as a Diesel Mechanic or equivalent recognised South African qualification.
• At least 5 years' relevant post-trade experience, preferably within a heavy vehicle, fleet or transport workshop environment.
• Supervisory or team leadership experience - previous experience in a Workshop Foreman, Senior Technician or similar supervisory role.
• Proven experience working on heavy commercial vehicles/trucks.
• Strong mechanical diagnostic and fault-finding capabilities.
• Experience managing or coordinating a team of technicians.
• Good understanding of preventative maintenance and workshop planning.
• A valid South African driver's licence appropriate to the role.
• Computer literacy and the ability to complete workshop reports and maintenance records.

Advantageous Experience

Preference will be given to candidates with:

• Experience working specifically on Volvo and MAN trucks.
• Hydraulic maintenance and fault-finding experience.
• Experience with truck-mounted cranes.
• Auto-electrical knowledge or experience working closely with auto electricians.
• Experience within a large fleet, logistics, transport, construction or related environment.
• Experience using electronic diagnostic and vehicle management systems.
• Supervisory or team leadership experience.