Workshop Manager – Logistics (Kzn)

Watershed Consulting; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 540,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

Watershed Consulting in KwaZulu-Natal is seeking a Workshop Manager – Logistics to lead workshop operations and drive capacity planning for reliable service delivery. You will ensure high-quality workmanship, safety compliance, and effective reporting.

You will manage staff, budgets, asset systems, and maintain detailed maintenance records while aligning with OEM standards and the apprentice program. A driver’s license (Code 10/14) is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent qualification.
• Trade tested Diesel Mechanic.
• 7 years’ supervisory and management experience in logistics workshop.
• Technical expertise pertaining to automotive systems, diagnostics and OEM service standards.
• Knowledge of hydraulic systems, diesel engines, trucks, auto electrical & workshop financial management processes.
• Operational expertise pertaining to WIP management, capacity planning and workshop operations.
• Valid driver’s license (Code 10/14 advantageous).
• Good communication skills, innovative thinking, strong conceptual and analytical abilities.
• Proficiency in Excel and strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Workshop Operations, Capacity Planning and Work in Progress
• Workshop Administration
• Staff Management
• Asset Management
• Financials and Budgets
• Quality Management and Maintaining Standards
• Safety Management and Compliance
• Maintaining and Managing Service Level Agreements
• Maintain detailed maintenance records and service logs
• Manage Apprentice Programmes

Skills

Leadership

WIP management

Capacity planning

Excel

Analytical thinking

Communication

Diagnostics

OEM standards

Strategic thinking

Education

Grade 12

Trade tested Diesel Mechanic

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Workshop Manager – Logistics (KZN)

Overview: The Workshop Manager is responsible for managing the full operation ensuring efficient service delivery, high-quality workmanship, and strong team performance. The role also involves strict administrative control, accurate reporting, and adherence to company procedures, alongside managing budgets, assets, and warranty processes.

Responsibilities:

• Workshop Operations, Capacity Planning and Work in Progress
• Workshop Administration
• Staff Management
• Asset Management
• Financials and Budgets
• Quality Management and Maintaining Standards
• Safety Management and Compliance
• Maintaining and Managing Service Level Agreements
• Maintain detailed maintenance records and service logs
• Manage Apprentice Programmes

Requirements:

• Grade 12 or equivalent qualification
• Trade tested Diesel Mechanic
• Minimum 7 years’ supervisory and management experience in logistics workshop
• Technical expertise pertaining to the knowledge of automotive systems, diagnostics and OEM service standards.
• Knowledge of: Hydraulic systems, Diesel engines, Trucks, Auto Electrical & Workshop Financial Management processes.
• Operational expertise pertaining to WIP management, capacity planning and workshop operations.
• Valid driver’s license (Code 10/14 advantageous).
• Good communication skills, innovative thinking, strong conceptual and analytical abilities.
• Proficiency in Excel and strong attention to detail.

Remuneration:

R50000 CTC negotiable

Skillset Required: Diesel Mechanic, Supervisory, Management, Hydraulic Systems, Diesel Engines, Trucks, Auto Electrical, Workshop Financial Management, WIP Management, Capacity Planning, Workshop Operations, Communication Skills, Innovative Thinking, Conceptual Abilities, Analytical Abilities, Excel, Attention to Detail, Maintenance Records, Service Logs, Apprentice Program Management, Automotive Systems, Diagnostics, OEM Service Standards, Safety Management, Compliance, Service Level Agreements, Driver's License, Reporting, Budget Management, Asset Management, Warranty Processes, Quality Management, Staff Management, Workshop Administration