Workshop Manager

To manage the day-to-day operations of the workshop, ensuring that company vehicles, plant, machinery and equipment are maintained, serviced and repaired efficiently and safely while minimising downtime and controlling maintenance costs.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily workshop operations and allocate work to mechanics, technicians and workshop staff.
• Responsible for the procurement of all spares and machinery in collaboration with the Head of Plant.
• Plan and monitor preventative and corrective maintenance activities.
• Ensure servicing is conducted according to manufacturer and company requirements.
• Monitor the condition and availability of company vehicles, plant and equipment.
• Maintain accurate service, repair and maintenance records.
• Identify recurring mechanical issues and recommend corrective action.
• Coordinate responses to breakdowns and prioritise urgent repairs.
• Liaise with Site Agents and Operations regarding equipment availability.
• Arrange external repairs and specialist services where required.
• Monitor workshop stock and spare parts and ensure proper issuing and recording.
• Review repair quotations and monitor maintenance expenditure.
• Identify opportunities to reduce maintenance costs without compromising safety or quality.
• Ensure workshop employees follow health and safety procedures and use appropriate PPE.
• Supervise workshop employees, allocate duties and identify training requirements.

Minimum Requirements

• Trade qualification, preferably Diesel Mechanic, Earthmoving Equipment Mechanic or a related qualification.
• Minimum 5 years' relevant workshop experience, including supervisory or management experience.
• Experience with the procurement of spares and machinery.
• Experience with construction plant, heavy vehicles or earthmoving equipment.
• Knowledge of preventative maintenance systems.
• Strong mechanical and diagnostic knowledge.
• Valid driver's licence.
• Experience managing workshop staff and maintenance budgets.

Key Competencies

• Mechanical and technical knowledge
• Workshop planning and organisation
• Leadership
• Problem-solving and diagnostics
• Cost control
• Health and safety awareness
• Communication
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure

Key Performance Areas / KPIs

• Plant and vehicle availability
• Breakdown response and repair turnaround
• Preventative maintenance compliance
• Workshop productivity
• Maintenance cost control
• Parts and stock control
• Workshop health and safety compliance
• Accuracy of maintenance records