TRG 3401 (Newcastle) THE NEXT-GENERATION COMMERCIAL WORKSHOP FOREMANS | SUPERVISORS | LEADS | TECHNICAL LEADERS

2 days ago
Newcastle, South Africa The Recruitment Guy Full-time

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Title: THE NEXT-GENERATION COMMERCIAL WORKSHOP FOREMANS | SUPERVISORS | LEADS | TECHNICAL LEADERS

Area: Newcastle

Related Industry Exp. Req.: Trucks, incl. Extra Heavy’s, HMV & MMV (with Commercial Workshop, Service Centre or Dealership & Fleet Servicing & Repairs)

Ref No.: TRG 3401

Type: Permanent

Salary:

  • Permanent & immediate employment available
  • Market-related remuneration based on qualifications, experience and technical capability.
  • Industry-related benefits, where applicable.
  • Salary and employment details will be discussed with shortlisted candidates.
  • Career growth and promotional opportunities available

Start Date: As soon as possible / Negotiable

 

#TheRecruitmentGuy is recruiting experienced NEXT-GENERATION COMMERCIAL WORKSHOP FOREMANS | SUPERVISORS | LEADS | TECHNICAL LEADERS for established workshop operations in the region of Newcastle (Northern KZN).

 

Due to an on-going, expansion and growth requirement, these new employment opportunities are for candidates at different stages of their workshop leadership journey.

  • A strong Trade Tested Diesel Technician / Senior Technician / Leading Hand who has demonstrated leadership capability and is ready to step into a formal supervisory position.
  • Or a Workshop Supervisor / Foreman / Technical Supervisor with proven commercial-vehicle workshop leadership experience.
  • Or an experienced commercial-truck Workshop Foreman who understands dealership/service-centre operations and can immediately take responsibility for workshop performance.
  • Or a highly experienced commercial-truck technical leader whose depth of knowledge, diagnostic ability and leadership experience could bring significant value to the operation.
  • Required: Trade Tested | Commercial Trucks | Technical Leadership | Code 14  | Diagnostics | Workshop systems | People & performance

Duties & Responsibilities

WORKSHOP LEADERSHIP

  • Lead and supervise technicians, mechanics, apprentices and workshop personnel.
  • Allocate jobs according to technician capability, workload and priority.
  • Monitor workshop productivity, workflow and turnaround times.
  • Coordinate daily workshop activities to maximise efficiency.
  • Support Service Advisors, Parts and management to ensure a smooth customer journey.
  • Monitor technician performance, attendance, productivity and workmanship.

TECHNICAL LEADERSHIP

  • Provide competent technical assistance, guidance and troubleshooting.
  • Assist technicians with complex mechanical, electrical and diagnostic faults.
  • Review repair methods and ensure work is completed correctly the first time.
  • Conduct quality-control inspections before vehicles are released.
  • Maintain high technical and manufacturer/OEM standards.
  • Identify repeat failures and assist with root-cause analysis.

DIAGNOSTICS & TECHNOLOGY

  • Utilise manufacturer diagnostic equipment and electronic diagnostic systems.
  • Interpret fault codes and diagnostic information.
  • Assist with advanced fault-finding across modern commercial vehicles.
  • Ensure technicians correctly utilise diagnostic equipment and technical information.
  • Maintain accurate diagnostic and repair records.

WORKSHOP SYSTEMS & ADMINISTRATION

  • Ensure accurate job cards, labour times and technician timekeeping.
  • Monitor workshop management systems and job progress.
  • Ensure warranty documentation is completed accurately.
  • Monitor parts usage and communicate with Parts where required.
  • Maintain accurate workshop records and documentation.
  • Work within applicable OEM, company, health & safety and environmental standards.

PEOPLE & DEVELOPMENT

  • Mentor and develop technicians and apprentices.
  • Transfer technical knowledge and practical experience to the workshop team.
  • Identify skills gaps and training requirements.
  • Encourage accountability, workmanship and continuous improvement.
  • Lead by example.

CUSTOMER & SERVICE DELIVERY

  • Assist with technically complex customer queries.
  • Support Service Advisors in resolving technical issues.
  • Provide clear technical explanations where required.
  • Help ensure customer vehicles are repaired correctly, efficiently and professionally.

Desired Experience & Qualification

  • Qualified / Trade Tested Diesel Mechanic.
  • Proven experience within the Commercial Vehicle / Truck industry.
  • Commercial truck, HCV, ECV or heavy commercial vehicle workshop experience.
  • Workshop supervisory, leadership or proven technical leadership experience.
  • Strong mechanical and diagnostic fault-finding ability.
  • Experience working with modern diagnostic equipment and electronic vehicle systems.
  • Dealership, authorised workshop, fleet workshop or commercial service-centre experience advantageous.
  • Ability to lead, mentor and develop workshop personnel.
  • Strong understanding of workshop workflow, productivity and quality control.
  • Good administrative and organisational ability.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet operational deadlines.
  • Valid Code 14 licence highly advantageous / required depending on position.
  • Traceable and contactable employment references.
  • Local residency or willingness to relocate where applicable.
  • Submit CV (Word / PDF) to therecruitmentguy @ outlook .com , Ref #  (TRG 3401).

Package & Remuneration

Type: Permanent

Salary:

  • Permanent & immediate employment available
  • Market-related remuneration based on qualifications, experience and technical capability.
  • Industry-related benefits, where applicable.
  • Salary and employment details will be discussed with shortlisted candidates.
  • Career growth and promotional opportunities available

Start Date: As soon as possible / Negotiable

Interested?

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