Commercial Workshop Foreman

SUMMARY:
A commercial workshop operation in the Northern KZN region is searching for a hands-on, experienced COMMERCIAL WORKSHOP FOREMAN to join their professional team.

POSITION INFO:

Title: Commercial Workshop Foreman

Area: Northern KwaZulu-Natal Region

Industry: Commercial Workshop

Ref No.: TRG 2368

Salary: Above-Market related TCTC available/negotiable on experience

Start Date: ASAP / Negotiable

Type: Permanent / Full-time

A commercial workshop operation in the Northern KZN region is searching for a hands-on, experienced COMMERCIAL WORKSHOP FOREMAN to join their professional team.

• This permanent role offers the opportunity to lead a well-equipped workshop and take ownership of the technical and operational performance of the team.
• You’ll work closely with workshop staff, technicians, and service teams to ensure efficiency, quality, and productivity.
• This opportunity lies within a structured, high-volume commercial vehicle workshop environment servicing heavy-duty trucks, trailers, and fleet vehicles.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee and coordinate the daily workshop operations for commercial vehicles and equipment.
• Supervise and mentor diesel mechanics and technical support staff.
• Conduct job card reviews, monitor repair quality, and ensure adherence to service standards.
• Schedule and prioritise repair and maintenance tasks based on urgency and client needs.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and productive working environment.
• Manage workshop productivity KPIs, timekeeping, and job allocation.
• Perform diagnostic checks and provide technical guidance when necessary.
• Communicate effectively with service advisors and workshop admin regarding job progress, completion, and challenges.

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

• Qualified Diesel Mechanic (Trade Tested – Red Seal)
• Minimum 7 years post-trade experience
• At least 5 years in a workshop supervisory / foreman role
• Strong experience within a Commercial Workshop or Dealership
• Proficient in fault finding, diagnostics, and technical problem solving
• Excellent staff supervision, planning, and admin capabilities
• Good communication and interpersonal skills (English essential)
• Valid Driver’s Licence (Code 08 or 14 preferred)
• Computer literacy (job cards, workshop systems, basic reporting)
• Traceable references required

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APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

• We will ONLY consider applications from suitably experienced candidates that meet the requirements of this vacancy.
• Interested applications are requested to submit their updated CV’s (in Word.doc format) via email to therecruitmentguy @ outlook .com using Ref # 2368

• Attach any relevant documentation that will support & enhance your application
• (All) Tertiary and Secondary qualifications
• (Any) Relevant Professional Memberships / Partnerships
• (Any) Trade, Training and/or In-House certificates etc
• (Any) Relevant operating and/or vehicle / hardware / equipment licenses,
• (All) Previous employment references and their contactable details.
• Correspondence is reserved for the shortlisted candidates who meet the minimum requirements.
• Should you not heard from us within 3 weeks of your application, please consider your application to be unsuccessful.

The Recruitment Guy (Pty) Ltd South Africa

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