Workshop Manager
Hedz Recruitment
- Roodepoort, Johannesburg
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Oversee all aspects of workshop operations, including workshop planning, resource allocation, and workflow management.
- Manage a team of mechanics, providing leadership, guidance, and support to ensure optimal performance and productivity.
- Lead recruitment efforts for new workshop staff, including mechanics and apprentices, and oversee their training and development.
- Coordinate with the parts department to ensure timely and accurate completion of work orders.
- Monitor and maintain workshop efficiency and productivity levels, implementing process improvements as needed.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards, conducting regular safety inspections and training sessions.
- Develop and implement maintenance schedules and procedures to optimize equipment performance and longevity.
- Collaborate with senior management to develop strategies for workshop growth and improvement.
- Previous experience in a similar role as a Workshop Manager or Service Manager, preferably in the heavy-duty truck industry.
- Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team.
- Technical expertise in heavy-duty truck maintenance and repair processes.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships with team members.
- Proficiency in workshop management software and Microsoft Office applications.
- Commitment to maintaining a safe working environment and adhering to safety protocols.
- Red Seal qualification or equivalent certification in heavy-duty truck mechanics or a related field is preferred.