Workshop Operations Manager - M4

Sandvik; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 700 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in mining solutions is seeking a workshop manager to oversee operations in Kempton Park, South Africa. This role involves managing customer relationships, driving business growth, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in workshop management, strong leadership skills, and the ability to make data-driven decisions. A National Diploma or Degree in a relevant field is required, with an MBA being advantageous. An inclusive and fair work environment is prioritized.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunity for travel

Equal opportunity workplace

Qualifications

• Proven experience in workshop management within the mining industry.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to analyse data for decision making.
• Computer literacy is required, including relevant programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead workshop business growth and manage team of workshop managers.
• Develop and implement strategies for the workshop efficiently.
• Ensure quality control and compliance with safety practices.

Skills

Leadership

Data analysis

Budget management

Communication

Teamwork

Education

National Diploma or Degree in Mining/Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or Business qualification

Masters in Business Administration (MBA)

Tools

Relevant software programs

Sandvik Databases

Job description

Sandvik Mining is a global leading supplier in equipment and tools, parts, service and technical solutions for the mining and infrastructure industries. Applications include rock drilling, rock cutting, loading and hauling, tunneling and quarrying. We are proud to be recognized on the Forbes Top 50 Global Employers List.

The Role:

To create and maintain a vital link between the customer and Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions at Strategic decision-making level. Responsible to build and maintain good customer relationships. Responsible for the profit and loss.

Main Responsibilities

• Lead workshop business growth
• Develop the workshop team in the areas of control to meet and exceed customer satisfaction
• Implement quality control process and standards
• Develop and/or implement a workshop strategy
• Develop and manage budgets, striving for a cost‑effective operations without compromising safety or quality
• Identifying, analyzing, and driving resolution of customer issues (warranty and non‑warranty) with account management
• Manage rebuilds and repairs operations to meet the contract target costs
• Executing workshop activity to cost, utilization, quality and cycle time targets
• Collaborate internally with key stakeholders
• Manage a team of workshop managers
• Collaborate with customers to understand their needs and expectations
• Provide timely updates on rebuild/repairs progress and communicate any deviations from scope

Effective Operations Management

• Oversee day‑to‑day workshop operations, ensuring efficient workflow and resource allocation
• Schedule and prioritize repair and rebuild projects to meet targets
• Maintain a well‑organized, clean and safe working environment
• Implement and enforce EHS best practices
• Ensure equipment performance meets or exceeds contractual obligations
• Set up and manage workshop operations to meet KPIs
• Develop a workshop operations strategy in conjunction with key stakeholders
• Responsible for evaluating competitor activities and conducting relevant market research that enables the workshop to maintain market competitiveness.
• Responsible to drive localization

Cost Effectiveness

• Budget Accuracy
• Budget & order intake and rebuild/repair forecast
• Reduction on cost
• Rebuild/Repair Profit
• A&S Target
• Operating results
• Overtime Invoiced
• Labour turnover

SHEQ Competence Components

• Application and compliance of relevant ISO Standards
• Legal and SHEQ Compliance
• Implementation of relevant SHEQ targets and objectives

Human Resources Competence

• Personal Growth
• Relationship Management
• HR Management
• Employee Relations
• Coaching
• Emotional Intelligence
• Conflict Management
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Delivery Focus
• Talent Management
• Performance Management
• Problem Solving
• Strategy Implementation
• Code of Conduct Behaviors
• Sandvik Leadership Model behavior’s

Qualification

• National Diploma or Degree in Mining/ Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or Business qualification
• Masters in Business Administration (MBA) (advantageous)
• Proven experience in workshop management within the mining industry
• Strong leadership skills
• Ability to analyse data, make data driven decisions and manage budgets effectively
• Computer literacy (including relevant programs)
• Knowledge of Sandvik Databases (desirable)
• Equipment manufacturing experience (desirable)

Experience

• Experience in senior Management position (+5 years)
• Experience in operational management (+5 years)
• Experience in workshop management (+7 years)
• English proficiency
• Experience in mining applications underground mining (Specifically board and pillar applications)

Other Requirements

• Physical & Medical ability to function in an underground coal environment
• May be required to travel
• Valid drivers license

How to apply

Please apply online through Workday (ESS) or the Sandvik website www.home.sandvik/en/careers

Applications close: 17 November 2025

Sandvik is an equal opportunity employer, striving for practices and programs thatare bias free and in which employees are treated fairly to ensure fair opportunity with the best outcome for every individual securing no discrimination on grounds including but not limited to, age, gender, gender expression, race, ethnicity, language, religion, sexual orientation, or disability. To ensure an inclusive, equitable and diverse work environment where people can develop and perform well, our focus areas are: great leadership, lifelong learning & development, career opportunities & open job market and safe & fair work environment.