WORKSHOP MANAGER

SUMMARY:
Our client in Western Cape is looking for a Workshop Manager to join their team

POSITION INFO:
Key responsibilities of successful applicant:

• Manage a workshop with 26 technical staff.
• Interact with Sales team and Operations manager on new projects, project scheduling and completion dates.
• Daily work planning, scheduling and instruction to workshop teams and team leaders.
• Interact with Operations manager and Customers on project progress and possible problems.
• Plan and order of special items from external suppliers for in-time delivery.
• Managing and adherence to work schedules.
• Quality management throughout the production process.
• Tooling management and control.
• Supervision and training of workshop staff.
• Anticipate, detect, and fix all items that may hinder effective operations.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and protocols.
• Ensure that all equipment and machinery are properly operated and maintained.
• Perform administrative tasks as required.

• Preferable mechanical engineering diploma with minimum 3 years workshop management experience.
• Minimum requirements: Trade tested toolmaker, boilermaker, fitter & turner or millwright with MINIMUM 5 years work experience.
• At least 3 years workshop management experience.
• Ability to read technical drawings and specifications, interpret, plan and manufacture accordingly.
• The person must lead his team by setting example rather than manage by instruction.
• Fully bilingual in Afrikaans and English (a 3rd language would be advantageous).
• Entrepreneurial mindset with “go-getter attitude”.
• Must be hands-on and pro-active.
• Extrovert personality with good communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Results driven - can get things done. (Not “if”, the question is “how”!)
• Natural aptitude for technical quality and finish of work.