Workshop Manager

Bushwise; South Africa; Presencial; ZAR 420.000 - 660.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Provident fund

Medical aid 50%

Descripción de la vacante

Bushwise is seeking an experienced Workshop Manager to lead workshop operations for a safari lodge environment. The role involves managing fleet maintenance, infrastructure, and a hands-on, vehicle-focused team on site.

Ideal candidates bring 3-5 years of management in similar operations, strong leadership and excellent communication skills. Live-in accommodation is provided as part of the package.

Formación

• 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.

Responsabilidades

• 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.

Conocimientos

Fleet maintenance

Workshop management

Vehicle mechanics

Leadership

Operations coordination

Educación

Vehicle mechanics qualification

Descripción del empleo

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.