Truck Workshop Manager

1 week ago

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa SA Metal Group (Pty) Ltd Full time R1 000 000 - R3 000 000 per year

Only applications through Dittohire will be considered. DO NOT send your CV/job application to

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

  • Ensuring compliance of timekeeping, productive output, discipline and work programs of the Truck Workshop execution team with assistance from engineering management as required.
  • Manage attendance and timekeeping by executing all administrative processes required i.e. time sheets of employees, leave, completing of daily attendance registers.
  • Liaise with HR in terms of any concerns, issues or disciplinary management of staff.
  • Manage the even distribution of overtime between the team.
  • Review training requirements of the workshop staff and report back to Engineering Manager and/or Directors the needs.
  • Ensure that all maintenance activities on the entire fleet of vehicles, trucks, trailers, etc. are performed up to standard and on time.
  • Lead and manage the productivity and efficiency of all workshop activities with assistance from engineering management as required.
  • Ensure that the machinery, equipment and tools are regularly checked as per the Safety File for the department.
  • Ensure that the housekeeping in the workshop is maintained at a high level and report any issues or possible improvements to Engineering Manager and/or Directors.
  • Take ownership and manage the CWorks processes for the truck workshop with assistance from engineering management as required.
  • Monitor quality and efficiency of team's work programs and report any issues or possible improvements to Engineering Manager and/or Directors.
  • Investigate breakdowns and provide accurate feedback.
  • Manage the manpower utilization and ensure it remains above 75% of work hours allocated.
  • Ensure compliance to Legal Requirements, Company and Health & Safety rules, policies and regulations
  • Abide by the regulations as set out in the Occupational Health and Safety Act
  • Any other tasks, as agreed with the Engineering Manager and/or Directors, suited to this level of leadership

Qualifying Criteria

  • Minimum Grade 12 education or equivalent.
  • Qualified Diesel Mechanic Red Seal Trade Test certificate.
  • Code 14 Drivers License and valid PDP.
  • Previous management or leadership experience.
  • Minimum of 10 years relevant working experience.
  • Computer literate (MS Word, MS Excel).
  • Strong administrative ability.
  • Experience working with a CMMS.
  • Knowledgeable on the Occupational Health & Safety Act.
  • Sound communication skills (understand, read and write English).
  • Must be prepared to work overtime when required.

Qualifying Attributes:

  • Strength to handle materials and tools (physically fit).
  • Hands on practical approach to the job.
  • Good interpersonal and leadership skills.
  • Time management and organizational skills.
  • Display a professional work approach.
  • Result-driven.
  • Logical and detail orientated.
  • Excellent standards in execution.
  • Commitment to a strong business ethic and integrity.

Please note that the successful candidate will receive a formal, written offer of employment after all applicable pre-employment checks have been completed. This offer will only be valid if it is signed by a company representative authorised to make such an offer. Representations made on behalf of the company in any other form do not constitute valid offers of employment and should not be construed as such.

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