Workshop Manager – Plant & Equipment Maintenance

Pro Select Consulting; Durban; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Pro Select Consulting in Durban seeks a Workshop Manager to oversee daily workshop operations for vehicles, plant and equipment. You will lead mechanics and staff, plan preventive maintenance, monitor servicing, and manage maintenance budgets.

Ideal candidates will have a trade qualification in diesel or earthmoving equipment, at least 5 years of supervisory experience, and strong diagnostic skills. This role emphasizes safety compliance and cost-conscious leadership.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in Diesel or Earthmoving equipment.
• Minimum 5 years of workshop experience with supervisory duties.
• Experience with construction plant, heavy vehicles or earthmoving equipment.
• Knowledge of preventative maintenance systems.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Experience managing workshop budgets.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily workshop operations and allocate work to mechanics, technicians and workshop staff.
• Plan and monitor preventative and corrective maintenance activities.
• Ensure servicing is conducted according to manufacturer and company requirements.
• Monitor the condition and availability of company vehicles, plant and equipment.
• Maintain accurate service, repair and maintenance records.
• Identify recurring mechanical issues and recommend corrective action.
• Coordinate responses to breakdowns and prioritise urgent repairs.
• Liaise with Site Agents and Operations regarding equipment availability.
• Arrange external repairs and specialist services where required.
• Monitor workshop stock and spare parts and ensure proper issuing and recording.
• Review repair quotations and monitor maintenance expenditure.
• Identify opportunities to reduce maintenance costs without compromising safety or quality.
• Ensure workshop employees follow health and safety procedures and use appropriate PPE.
• Supervise workshop employees, allocate duties and identify training requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Maintenance budgeting

Diagnostics

Health and safety

Education

Trade qualification (Diesel/Earthmoving)

Tools

Maintenance management systems

Job description

Pro Select Consulting in Durban seeks a Workshop Manager to oversee daily workshop operations for vehicles, plant and equipment. You will lead mechanics and staff, plan preventive maintenance, monitor servicing, and manage maintenance budgets.

Ideal candidates will have a trade qualification in diesel or earthmoving equipment, at least 5 years of supervisory experience, and strong diagnostic skills. This role emphasizes safety compliance and cost-conscious leadership.