Permanent - Workshop Supervisor - Johannesburg - South Africa

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise daily workshop operations, ensuring efficiency and high standards of workmanship.
• Manage and coordinate a team of mechanics, technicians, and support staff.
• Diagnose mechanical issues and provide technical guidance to the team.
• Schedule and allocate work to ensure timely repairs and maintenance of vehicles/machinery.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and company policies.
• Maintain workshop tools, equipment, and inventory to support uninterrupted operations.
• Implement and improve workshop processes to maximize efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Liaise with clients, suppliers, and management to ensure smooth business operations.
• Handle customer queries, provide expert advice, and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Monitor and report on workshop performance, budgets, and expenditures.
• Conduct staff training and development to enhance technical skills and knowledge.

Requirements:

• Qualification in Diesel or Petrol Mechanics (Trade Test Certification preferred).
• Proven experience in a similar workshop supervisory role.
• Strong technical knowledge of vehicle/machinery repair and maintenance.
• Excellent leadership and people management skills.
• Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical problems effectively.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Knowledge of workshop safety procedures and compliance standards.
• Proficiency in basic computer skills for reporting and record-keeping.