Workshop Manager

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.

Qualifications, experience and management style : 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.

Results driven - can get things done.

Not "if", the question is "how"!)

Natural aptitude for technical quality and finish of work.

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