Workshop Manager

iStaff (Pty) Ltd; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 780,000; Full time

Job summary

iStaff (Pty) Ltd is seeking a Workshop Manager to lead the daily operations of the workshop in Gauteng. You will oversee repair, servicing and maintenance of material-handling equipment and supervise a team of technicians and workshop staff.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong mechanical knowledge, and the ability to diagnose faults and coordinate repairs to ensure efficient turnaround and high standards. A proactive communicator with customers and suppliers is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a workshop or technical team.
• Strong understanding of machinery, repairs, servicing and maintenance.
• Hydraulic experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily workshop operations and scheduling.
• Supervise technicians and workshop staff to meet turnaround times.
• Diagnose mechanical and hydraulic faults and implement practical solutions.
• Maintain communications with customers, suppliers and internal departments.
• Ensure repairs and maintenance meet required standards.

Skills

Workshop management

Mechanical knowledge

Troubleshooting

Team supervision

Problem-solving

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the daily operations of the workshop.
• Oversee the repair, servicing and maintenance of material-handling equipment.
• Assist with diagnosing mechanical and hydraulic faults and finding practical solutions.
• Manage and support a team of technicians and workshop staff.
• Ensure repairs and maintenance are completed efficiently and to the required standards.
• Plan and allocate workshop jobs and monitor turnaround times.
• Ensure workshop equipment, tools and resources are properly maintained.
• Maintain good communication with customers, suppliers and internal departments.

Minimum Requirements

• Previous experience in a Workshop Manager, Workshop Supervisor or similar technical management role.
• Strong mechanical knowledge and the ability to understand and troubleshoot machinery.
• Experience with mechanical repairs, servicing and maintenance.
• Hydraulic experience will be an advantage.
• Previous experience managing or supervising a team.
• Good organisational and problem-solving skills.
• A hands-on approach and the ability to work in a close-knit team.

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