Workshop Manager

Bushwise; Hoedspruit; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Live-in accommodation

Provident fund

50% medical aid

Job summary

Bushwise in Hoedspruit, South Africa, seeks an experienced Workshop Manager for a permanent, live-in position. You will lead the workshop, oversee fleet maintenance, and manage infrastructure in a safari lodge setting.

The role requires strong leadership, vehicle mechanics experience, and the ability to work under pressure. Live-in with accommodation, provident fund, and 50% medical aid are offered.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ management experience in a similar operation.
• Strong fleet maintenance and workshop management skills.
• Excellent leadership, organisational and communication abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the vehicle and plant fleet.
• Oversee vehicle inspections, servicing, repairs and quality control.
• Ensure generators and essential infrastructure are properly maintained.
• Manage workshop stock, spare parts, budgets and supplier invoices.
• Maintain accurate records, vehicle files and monthly reporting.
• Lead, motivate and develop workshop staff.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental standards.
• Drive operational efficiency and responsible waste management.

Skills

Leadership

Fleet maintenance

Workshop management

Communication

Education

Vehicle mechanics qualification

Job description

Hoedspruit, South Africa | Posted on 10/28/2026

Position: Permanent | Live-in

Salary: Market related

Are you an experienced Workshop Manager with a strong mechanical background and the ability to lead a team? My client has an opportunity for a hands‑on professional to oversee workshop operations, fleet maintenance and infrastructure in a safari lodge environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the vehicle and plant fleet.
• Oversee vehicle inspections, servicing, repairs and quality control.
• Ensure generators and essential infrastructure are properly maintained.
• Manage workshop stock, spare parts, budgets and supplier invoices.
• Maintain accurate records, vehicle files and monthly reporting.
• Lead, motivate and develop workshop staff.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental standards.
• Drive operational efficiency and responsible waste management.

Requirements

3–5 years’ management experience in a similar operation.

Relevant vehicle mechanics experience and qualifications.

Strong fleet maintenance and workshop management skills.

Excellent leadership, organisational and communication abilities.

Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Valid, unendorsed South African driver’s licence and PDP.

Live‑in with accommodation. Provident fund and 50% medical aid.