About the position
Key Responsibilities:
Workshop Operations
- Oversee daily workshop activities, ensuring repairs, servicing, and inspections are completed on time.
- Ensure all equipment is prepared and delivered in a safe, reliable, and clean condition.
- Allocate jobs, set priorities, and manage workflow for technicians and assistants.
- Conduct quality checks on repairs and maintenance before equipment is returned to the hire fleet.
Maintenance & Repairs
- Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical faults on a wide range of tools and plant equipment.
- Develop and implement preventative maintenance schedules.
- Ensure compliance with manufacturer guidelines and industry standards.
- Manage breakdowns efficiently to minimise downtime.
Staff Management
- Lead, supervise, and mentor workshop staff.
- Conduct performance evaluations and identify training needs.
- Enforce safety protocols and maintain a clean, organised work environment.
Stock & Asset Control
- Manage parts inventory, consumables, and workshop materials.
- Monitor and report equipment condition, repair costs, and parts usage.
- Ensure accurate recording of all workshop activity and service logs.
Health & Safety Compliance
- Enforce strict adherence to safety policies and procedures.
- Ensure all equipment meets legal and operational safety requirements.
- Conduct regular toolbox talks and safety training.
Customer Service Support
- Assist with technical advice for internal teams and customers.
- Investigate and report on equipment failures or repeat breakdowns.
- Support site teams with urgent repairs or technical guidance.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Trade Test Certificate (Diesel Mechanic, Petrol Mechanic, or Fitter) - preferred.
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience in the tool/plant hire, construction equipment, or mechanical maintenance sector.
- Experience supervising or managing workshop teams.
- Strong knowledge of small tools, generators, compressors, pumps, compaction equipment, and plant machinery.
Skills & Competencies:
- Strong leadership and people management skills.
- Excellent diagnostic and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to manage deadlines and prioritise multiple tasks.
- Computer literacy (job cards, asset management systems, email).
- Strong communication and reporting skills.
- High attention to detail and commitment to equipment safety.
Personal Attributes:
- Reliable, accountable, and self-motivated.
- Strong sense of integrity and professionalism.
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Team-oriented with a hands-on approach.
***Salary - R 20,000.00 - R40,000.00 (Negotiable, based on skills, experience and in relation to current package)
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About The Employer:
Position Summary:
The Workshop Manager is responsible for the efficient running of the workshop, overseeing all maintenance, repairs, and servicing of tools, small plant, and heavy equipment within the hire fleet. This role ensures that all machinery is kept to the highest safety and operational standards, while managing workshop staff, workflow, and stock levels to support smooth business operations.
