Workshop Manager

Pro Select Consulting

Durban

In loco

ZAR 240.000 - 360.000

Tempo pieno

5 giorni fa

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Descrizione del lavoro

Pro Select Consulting in Durban seeks a Workshop Manager to oversee daily workshop operations for vehicles, plant and equipment. You will lead mechanics and staff, plan preventive maintenance, monitor servicing, and manage maintenance budgets.

Ideal candidates will have a trade qualification in diesel or earthmoving equipment, at least 5 years of supervisory experience, and strong diagnostic skills. This role emphasizes safety compliance and cost-conscious leadership.

Competenze

Trade qualification in Diesel or Earthmoving equipment.
Minimum 5 years of workshop experience with supervisory duties.
Experience with construction plant, heavy vehicles or earthmoving equipment.
Knowledge of preventative maintenance systems.
Valid driver’s licence.
Experience managing workshop budgets.

Mansioni

Manage daily workshop operations and allocate work to mechanics, technicians and workshop staff.
Plan and monitor preventative and corrective maintenance activities.
Ensure servicing is conducted according to manufacturer and company requirements.
Monitor the condition and availability of company vehicles, plant and equipment.
Maintain accurate service, repair and maintenance records.
Identify recurring mechanical issues and recommend corrective action.
Coordinate responses to breakdowns and prioritise urgent repairs.
Liaise with Site Agents and Operations regarding equipment availability.
Arrange external repairs and specialist services where required.
Monitor workshop stock and spare parts and ensure proper issuing and recording.
Review repair quotations and monitor maintenance expenditure.
Identify opportunities to reduce maintenance costs without compromising safety or quality.
Ensure workshop employees follow health and safety procedures and use appropriate PPE.
Supervise workshop employees, allocate duties and identify training requirements.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Maintenance budgeting

Diagnostics

Health and safety

Formazione

Trade qualification (Diesel/Earthmoving)

Strumenti

Maintenance management systems

Descrizione del lavoro

To manage the day-to-day operations of the workshop, ensuring that company vehicles, plant, machinery and equipment are maintained, serviced and repaired efficiently and safely while minimising downtime and controlling maintenance costs.

Key Responsibilities

Manage daily workshop operations and allocate work to mechanics, technicians and workshop staff.
Plan and monitor preventative and corrective maintenance activities.
Ensure servicing is conducted according to manufacturer and company requirements.
Monitor the condition and availability of company vehicles, plant and equipment.
Maintain accurate service, repair and maintenance records.
Identify recurring mechanical issues and recommend corrective action.
Coordinate responses to breakdowns and prioritise urgent repairs.
Liaise with Site Agents and Operations regarding equipment availability.
Arrange external repairs and specialist services where required.
Monitor workshop stock and spare parts and ensure proper issuing and recording.
Review repair quotations and monitor maintenance expenditure.
Identify opportunities to reduce maintenance costs without compromising safety or quality.
Ensure workshop employees follow health and safety procedures and use appropriate PPE.
Supervise workshop employees, allocate duties and identify training requirements.

Minimum Requirements

Trade qualification, preferably Diesel Mechanic, Earthmoving Equipment Mechanic or a related qualification.
Minimum 5 years' relevant workshop experience, including supervisory or management experience.
Experience with construction plant, heavy vehicles or earthmoving equipment.
Knowledge of preventative maintenance systems.
Strong mechanical and diagnostic knowledge.
Valid driver's licence.
Experience managing workshop staff and maintenance budgets.

Key Competencies