Workshop Manager (Diesel Mechanics)

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

We have a vacancy for a Workshop Manager for a large engineering and automotive company

Duties:

• Quotations on Vehicles engines and Mines.
• Ability to identify engine parts, evaluate recondition ability and advise on repair.
• Ability to manage a mechanical, engineering and auto electrical workshop, flow line.
• Assist with sourcing of parts
• Manage workshop staff performance
• Assist with diagnosing where necessary
• Liaise with parts suppliers & other Project manager for availability parts
• Handle all queries (parts, orders, invoices, etc)
• General Admin – ISO health and safety Ensure Health and Safety procedure and policies are adhered to
• Assists advise on technical issues regarding vehicles
• Arrange for staff planning as per daily function requirements including but not limited to pick up and delivery of parts and engines to mines.
• Manage and coordinate warranties process or engine builds and quotes to mines.
• Achieve workshop target and report to branch manager.

Requirements

• NQF 4 / N1–N3 with 3–5 years’ mechanic experience with at least 2 of the 5 years managing a Workshop and staff
• Trade Test qualification (Diesel Mechanic – Red Seal)
• Experience with all facets of mechanics where applicable.
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
• Knowledge of hydraulics and auto-electrical systems will be advantageous
• Fluent in English & Afrikaans (read, write, speak )
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Ability to work afterhours. Able to work under pressure