National Technical Manager

Job Description

City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality

Responsibilities

• Plan and draw-up an annual technical business plan.
• Present national technical strategy recommendations to the board of directors for approval.
• Manage execution process of technical strategy as instructed by the board of directors.
• Review current tyre strategy and make recommendations for longer-term solutions.
• Refurbishment planning.
• Management of units.
• Manage cent per kilometer of complete fleet.
• Identify and ensure the effective implementation of technical campaigns to achieve strategic goals.
• Review and approve technical priorities with senior technical personnel weekly.
• Assist with buying and sign-off of new fleet additions and selling of old fleet.
• Ensure new coaches meet company standards prior to commissioning.
• Ensure sold coaches are in acceptable condition for the buyer.
• Ensure compliance of vehicle fitness for the entire fleet.
• Ensure Certificate of Fitness tests are done timely for the entire fleet.
• Ensure all buses are presentable and cleaned as per instructions.
• Ensure servicing schedules for the entire fleet are executed according to company policies.
• Ensure proper control over national company equipment and tools in workshops.
• Review monthly reports on equipment and tools of all technical workshops.
• Determine, replace, and repair strategy.
• Compile national technical budget and implement financial control measures.
• Manage workshop fixed assets (e.g., tools, jacks).
• Manage fleet maintenance – parts, units, windows, tyres, lubricants, trailers.
• Manage traveling and accommodation.
• Manage small and major accidents.
• Manage refurbishments budget.
• Manage non-revenue vehicles.
• Ensure efficient budget management.
• Utilize MOVE system effectively.
• Manage variance on the technical budget.
• Ensure all warranty claims are processed.
• Analyze and sign-off on MOVE warranties report.
• Negotiate optimal warranty fees from suppliers.
• Provide monthly budget analysis and reports at meetings.
• Ensure the Technical division meets Operational division’s needs.
• Ensure quality control of the total Intercape fleet.
• Conduct daily inspections and engage with fleet.
• Provide advice and assistance in technical maintenance.
• Offer alternative solutions to technical problems.
• Manage the Technical Division.
• Identify and plan for future workforce needs.
• Manage salary and overtime budget.
• Ensure effective leave management.
• Review optimal rostering of staff.
• Manage staff discipline process.
• Provide advice and assistance to direct reports daily.
• Conduct monthly performance assessments and feedback.
• Maintain divisional staff morale.
• Conduct weekly toolbox meetings.
• Hold quarterly strategic meetings with senior management.
• Inspire positive energy among technical staff.
• Conduct regular depot visits to resolve issues.
• Ensure staff development according to company strategy.
• Assist HC department in recruiting quality employees.
• Support communication regarding project needs.
• Act as a leader and mentor to peers and subordinates.
• Ensure effective communication between technical employees and management.
• Provide daily feedback in morning conferences.
• Draw-up technical policies in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Communicate policies and procedures to stakeholders.
• Manage technical policies and procedures effectively.
• Coordinate equipment replacement policy.
• Conduct market research for equipment replacement policy.
• Ensure daily reporting by senior technical management.
• Conduct depot visits and provide feedback to management.
• Provide intelligence for decision-making in operational and technical environments.
• Ensure adherence to procurement policies.
• Report on all technical aspects to management.
• Maintain regular communication with COO and management.
• Assist with the compilation of the Technical Director’s report.
• Manage job cards according to company policies.
• Coordinate logging of information on company systems.
• Understand and leverage company systems.
• Monitor Technical Dashboard and implement solutions.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.

Desired Experience & Qualification

• 10-15 years’ experience.
• Tertiary qualification (must be a qualified mechanic).
• Must have a valid passport.
• Must have a valid driver’s license (Code 14 preferably).

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