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Job DescriptionWorkshop Management & OperationsManage and plan the daily operations of the workshop, identifying deviations and implementing corrective actions.Lead, motivate, and manage workshop staff, technicians, and service sales personnel.Establish routines for daily planning and follow-up meetings on WIP and parts availability.Conduct regular meetings with workshop staff and technicians.Minimise work-in-progress (WIP) to below 50 open job cards and maximise hours sold.Develop, implement, and monitor standards and routines, maintaining high levels of cleanliness and organisation in the workshop.Monitor the condition of workshop tools and equipment, arranging for purchase, repair, and calibration as required.Monitor deviations, initiate corrective actions, and escalate issues when necessary.Promote and ensure compliance with Dealer Operating Standards to maintain consistent quality across all business areas.Manage workshop facilities and HSE in collaboration with the Safety Officer, safety staff, and safety committee.Create and manage working time schedules and shift planning.Spare Parts, Warranty & Technical SupportCoordinate spare parts activities with the Parts Manager to ensure parts availability.Ensure service exchange and warranty procedures are adhered to.Assist workshop foreman, personnel, and customers with technical issues.Oversee internal, warranty, onsite workshop activities, and staff support.Customer Relations & Service DeliveryDevelop and manage customer relationships, ensuring current and future customer needs are met.Build and maintain effective relationships with customer representatives.Monitor and manage customer complaints, handling major or complex issues.Participate in meetings with key customers when required.Sales & Business DevelopmentIncrease workshop service solution sales by developing, maintaining, and communicating the service portfolio aligned to customer needs.Market and communicate service solutions to existing and potential customers.Coordinate and follow up on service salesman activities where required by the reporting line.Monitor workshop pricing and discounts to ensure alignment with approved levels.Reporting, Financial & Performance ManagementAttend to daily workshop reporting, including WIP, efficiency, productivity, debtors, and creditors.Follow up on workshop budgets, operational targets, and financial results, implementing corrective measures to achieve targets.Manage and analyse workshop running costs and expenditure budgets.Set, monitor, maintain, and https://www.jobplacements.com/Jobs/W/Workshop-Manager-1250001-Job-Search-04-13-2026-00-00-00-AM.asp?sid=gumtree

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 Purpose of the Role To ensure all vehicles, plant, and equipment are maintained, repaired, and available for operations at the lowest possible cost and downtime, while maintaining safety and compliance. 里 Key Responsibilities 1.  Fleet Maintenance & Availability Ensure maximum vehicle uptime (target: 90–95%+ availability) Manage preventative maintenance schedules Reduce breakdown frequency and response time Oversee daily inspections and defect reporting 2. ️ Workshop Operations Manage all workshop activities (repairs, servicing, rebuilds) Allocate jobs to mechanics efficiently Ensure jobs are completed on time and correctly Maintain a clean, safe, and organised workshop 3. ‍ Team Management Supervise mechanics, assistants, and apprentices Monitor productivity (hours worked vs jobs completed) Enforce discipline and performance standards 4.  Cost Control & Budgeting Control maintenance cost per km / per vehicle Manage parts usage and prevent wastage/theft Approve parts purchases and supplier selection Track and reduce unnecessary repairs 5.  Parts & Inventory Management Maintain correct stock levels (critical spares always available) Manage stores system (in/out tracking) Prevent stock losses and pilferage Liaise with suppliers for pricing and availability 6.  Reporting & Admin Daily: breakdowns, vehicles off-road Weekly: workshop performance report Monthly: Cost per vehicle Downtime analysis Major repairs summary Maintain full service history per vehicle 7. ⚠️ Health, Safety & Compliance Ensure workshop complies with OHSA standards Enforce PPE and safe work practices Ensure vehicles are roadworthy & compliant Manage waste oil, hazardous materials disposal 8.  Breakdown Management Respond quickly to breakdowns (on-site or roadside) Minimise downtime and recovery costs Implement root cause analysis to prevent repeats 易 Key Skills Required Strong mechanical knowledge (trucks, hydraulics, skips, compactors) Leadership & discipline management Problem-solving (especially breakdown diagnosis) Cost control mindset Planning & organisation Basic computer skills (Excel, job cards, systems) 六‍ Reporting Structure Reports to: Operations Manager / Director Manages: Mechanics Workshop assistants Stores/parts controller (if applicable)  Typical Daily Routine Morning: Check vehicles off-road Allocate jobs Prioritise breakdowns Midday: Monitor progress Order parts Afternoon: Check completed jobs Plan next day Update reportsPlease send CV and last applicable payslip to :admin@wastetrans.co.za

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