Technical Service Manager

SUMMARY:
Technical Service Manager
Full-time | National travel required | Leadership role in a fast-paced, growing company
Our client, an established specialist in innovative food display and gastronomic equipment, is looking for a hands-on, solutions-driven Technical Service Manager to build and lead their national service and installation infrastructure from the ground up.

POSITION INFO:
What You’ll Do
You’ll be at the forefront of launching and managing all technical service operations for products across the country:

• Develop a national network of skilled installers and technical service partners
• Lead and coordinate installations, technical support, and maintenance activities
• Train partners and staff on proper installation and service standards
• Oversee spare parts inventory and ensure optimal availability
• Establish service processes, documentation, and escalation workflows
• Collaborate with internal divisions to provide seamless client support
• Track service performance, resolve issues, and drive continuous improvement
• Represent technical services in client meetings and negotiations
• Report directly to the General Director with regular updates

• A strong technical background in food service equipment, refrigeration, kitchen systems, or similar
• Proven experience setting up and managing technical or installation teams
• A network-builder who can recruit, evaluate, and train third-party partners
• Excellent planning, coordination, and troubleshooting skills
• Experience managing spare parts and service inventory
• Fluent in Afrikaans (essential for coordinating with local partners)
• Spanish is a plus (for collaboration with the Argentina-based team)
• Willingness to travel across South Africa as needed

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