SUMMARY:
WORKSHOP MANAGER

MAIN PURPOSE:

POSITION INFO:
ACCOUNTABILITIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Incident Reporting and Communication

1. Report any incidents/ accidents immediately to Operations manager.
2. Ensure clear communication between Draftsman, Operations Manager, and workshop workforce daily.

1. Compile work schedule in line with projects allocated by the PMO.
2. Ensure completion of tasks as per work schedule.
3. Manage team’s workload to maximize efficiency.

1. Handover project details to team and ensure the team understands drawings and expectations.
2. Ensure adherence to Health and Safety standards.
3. Carry out quality checks on all profiles being manufactured.
4. Keep record of QC.

1. Address and act on site complaints.
2. Report any unsafe tools or machinery immediately.
3. Keep the MD updated on any issues or potential risks.

1. Comply with the company's code of conduct.
2. Perform any other work-related duties and responsibilities that may be assigned from time-to-time by management.

1. Ensure all tools and equipment used are inspected daily.
2. Ensure the workshop is clean at the end of the shift

1. Ensure the workforce wears the correct Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
2. Manage and control overtime worked.
3. Hold regular meetings with the workforce regarding production, quality, and targets.

• Workshop and Field Work: Based in a workshop environment.
• Limited Travel: None, workshop based.

Disability status

• None: The role requires physical capabilities to perform inspections, quality checks, and to move around the workshop environment.

• Technical Certificate/Diploma: Matric/ N3/ Red Seal
• Strong Communication Skills: Particularly in English and Afrikaans, to clearly convey instructions and liaise between departments.
• Knowledge of Manufacturing Processes: Including quality control, machinery operations, and safety protocols.
• Proficiency in Reading Technical Drawings: Essential for ensuring the correct manufacturing of products.
• Material Knowledge: Understand various types of materials used in manufacturing, their properties, and applications.
• Quality Control Skills: Experience in QC checks, including visual inspections and measurements.
• Minimum 3 Year’s Experience: In a Manager role within a manufacturing or workshop environment is preferred.
• Familiarity with Tools and Machinery: Used in the workshop for manufacturing and quality control.

Functional Competencies

• Project Management: Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a high-pressured environment.
• Team Leadership: Proven competency in leading and managing a team of skilled workers in a high-pressured environment.
• Quality Assurance: Understanding and application of quality control processes and procedures.
• Risk Assessment: Ability to identify and mitigate risks in the workshop environment.
• Resource Management: Effective utilisation and management of resources including manpower and materials.

• Attention to Detail: Ensuring the highest levels of quality in all aspects of work.
• Problem-Solving: Quick thinking and effective problem-solving in high-pressure situations.
• Integrity: Honest, transparent, and committed to doing what’s best for the company and its employees.
• Time Management: Balances a myriad of tasks within limited time frames.
• Accountability: Takes responsibility for actions and results