Industry: Transport

The ideal candidate must be highly driven by efficiency, committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality, and possess a strong understanding of the business impact of workshop operations. They should demonstrate a proactive approach to ensuring that equipment downtime is minimized, recognizing the critical role the workshop plays in supporting uninterrupted production and delivery processes.

Have a proactive management approach, with an ability to manage and co-ordinate multiple teams within the workshop and field service.

Ability to plan and manage tasks and projects

Ability to work as a team with fleet managers and controllers.
Ability to work long hours and over weekends/standby as and when required.
Ability to problem solve and think outside the box.

Salary:  Negotiable, depending on experience

Benefit: House with 2 – 3 bedrooms depending on the family size with water and electricity included.

Work Cellphone – unlimited calls package

Minimum Requirements:

• Gr 12 / Matric or equivalent
• Trade tested Diesel mechanic or equivalent qualification
  Must Have Minimum of 5 years’ experience be working on trucks (Mercedes-Benz Actros)
• At least 3 years’ experience as a Workshop Foreman/Manager  
• Code 14 Driver’s License with a PDP would be a benefit but only a code 8 required
• Own Transport
• Fluent in English and Afrikaans (speak, read & write)
• Must be computer literate at intermediate level
• Must have experience with truck diagnostic systems
• Must be willing to work overtime.
• Must have basic wiring experience

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Supervise Workshop personnel and identify developmental needs.
• Running of the workshop, including assisting with work in the workshop.
• Oversee maintenance to the fleet.
• Ensure that the Occupational Health and Safety Act Regulations are adhered to in the workshop.
• Minor and Major Services
• Engine removal and replacement
• Engine Strip & Assemble
• Gearbox removal and replacement
• Braking Systems / Steering / Suspension / Differentials
• Mechanical Diagnostics
• Electrical Diagnostics
• Procurement and management of inventory
• Must be available via cell to consult on breakdowns and if necessary (very seldom), attend to a breakdown if the attendee cannot fix the problem.