Our heavy vehicle client in Pretoria is looking to employ an experienced Workshop Manager on a 3 months basis.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

The ideal applicant will possess the following:-

• A minimum of Grade 12 (Std. 10) or equivalent academic qualification.
• Qualified Diesel Mechanic (other Artisan trade qualifications will also be considered).
• A post matric qualification in the technical / N4 engineering field will be a strong advantage.
• At least 5-8 years working experience in heavy duty vehicle maintenance.
• At least 2 years in a relevant management position.
• Proven track record in vehicle fleet management.

JOB OUTPUTS

• Assist in managing the Budget.
• Oversee maintenance to the vehicle fleet.
• Manage maintenance of facilities, tools and equipment.
• Control parts, workshop tools and equipment.
• Manage administration functions
• Supervise Workshop Personnel and identify developmental needs.
• Ensure that the Occupational Health and Safety Act Regulations are adhered to in the workshop
• Monitor Asset Register.
• Liaise with Manufacturers and Suppliers to ensure optimal service delivery.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Will be required to work long and late hours and sometimes over weekends and standby.

KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of the bus passenger transport industry.
• Knowledge of the Technical / Engineering practices and procedures as they relate to the operation and maintenance of a large bus fleet.
• Understanding of the bus operations and the inter-relationship with the Technical department.
• Knowledge of the Key financial management Principles & Procedures, especially budget management.
• Knowledge of Human Resources practices and procedures and related legislation.
• Knowledge of the Labour Relations Act and associated company disciplinary and grievance procedures.
• Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.

Knowledge of stock management procedures and stores management

SKILLS

• Good Analytic thinking & problem solving skills.
• Good planning and organizing skills.
• Ability to present and display sound judgement.
• Attention to detail.
• Diagnostic Ability
• Good Verbal / Written Communication skills.
• Good report writing skills
• Good Project Management skills.
• Ability to build relationships with external parties
• Negotiation Skills
• Leadership Skills
• Excellent time management skills.

Computer skills (MS Word, Excel, other)

ATTITUDE/CAPABILITY

• Sharp business acumen
• Must have a hands-on approach
• Results orientation
• Quality orientated
• Service orientated
• Deadline driven
• People orientated
• Assertive
• Profit orientation
• Assertive and not easily swayed
• Willing to work long hours when necessary.
• Attention to detail.
• Decisiveness
• Commitment
• Integrity
• Tolerance for Diversity
• Fairness in handling employees
• Honesty, reliability and punctuality.
• Good work ethics.
• Safety conscious.
• Stress tolerance.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to work under pressure.

Also email cv’s to mervyn@bonafidehc.co.za