Workshop Manager

Trading Places Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment agency in Johannesburg is seeking a seasoned engineering professional with over 15 years of experience. Candidates should have expertise in welding, line boring, and CNC machining, along with strong leadership and problem-solving skills. Responsibilities include production planning, quality control, and team management. The role emphasizes safety and process optimization, making it essential to have a mechanical engineering background. Competitive Salary offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years experience in the Engineering industry.
• Strong understanding of safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage production schedules to ensure timely completion.
• Enforce quality control measures and address quality issues.
• Lead and motivate a team to meet ETAs while adhering to quality standards.
• Oversee maintenance and repair of workshop machinery.
• Manage workshop resources to optimize productivity.
• Implement and enforce safety protocols.
• Maintain clear communication regarding project status.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction.
• Implement changes to enhance workshop efficiency.

Skills

Welding Expertise

Line Boring Expertise

CNC Milling and Turning Expertise

EDGECAM Proficiency

Problem-Solving

Leadership and Communication

Mechanical Engineering Knowledge

Safety Awareness

Education

Mechanical Engineering qualification

Job description

Experience

• Minimum 15 years experience in the Engineering industry

Specific Skills

• Welding Expertise
• Line Boring Expertise
• CNC Milling and Turning Expertise: Managing CNC machining operations, including programming, setup, and operation of CNC milling and turning machines.
• Proficiency in operating different types of lathes (manual, CNC), understanding their functions, and performing routine maintenance
• EDGECAM Proficiency: Strong understanding of EDGECAM software and its application in CNC programming.
• Problem-Solving: Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Leadership and Communication: Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Mechanical Engineering Knowledge: A mechanical engineering qualification is preferred.
• Safety Awareness: Strong understanding and commitment to safety protocols.
• Ensuring that all work is completed to the highest quality standards and meets customer specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Production Planning and Scheduling: Develop and manage production schedules to ensure timely completion of projects
• Quality Control: Enforce quality control measures, conduct inspections, and address any quality issues to ensure work meets the highest standards. The company is ISO regulated.
• Team Leadership: Lead and motivate a team to meet ETAs while still adhering to quality standards.
• Equipment Maintenance: Oversee the maintenance and repair of all workshop machinery, including CNC machines, line boring equipment, and other tools. Ensure all equipment is safe, in good working order, and properly stored when not in use.
• Resource Management: Manage workshop resources effectively, including materials, tools, and personnel, to optimize productivity and minimize waste.
• Safety: Implement and enforce safety protocols, ensuring a safe working environment for all personnel.
• Communication and Collaboration: Maintain clear communication channels with all team members, as well as with other departments and clients, regarding project status, updates, and any issues that arise.
• Cost Management: Identify opportunities for cost reduction.
• Process Optimisation: Identify areas for improvement in workshop processes, implementing changes to enhance efficiency, quality, and productivity.