Workshop Manager - Pretoria - R45,000 - R50,000 per month negotiable

SUMMARY:
The purpose of the Workshop Manager is to oversee mechanical operations, manage workshop staff, and maintain fleet efficiency at the Pretoria branch.

POSITION INFO:

Workshop Manager - Pretoria - R45,000 - R50,000 per month negotiable

An opportunity to oversee essential technical operations and maintain high standards across workshop activities for an established moving and storage specialist in Pretoria.

About Our Client

Our client is an established moving and storage company specializing in local, national, and international relocations, commercial moving, and secure storage solutions. Operating across South Africa, the company relies on a well-maintained fleet to deliver seamless logistics.

The Role: Workshop Manager

The purpose of the Workshop Manager is to oversee mechanical operations, manage workshop staff, and maintain fleet efficiency at the Pretoria branch. This role exists to ensure vehicles are properly maintained, operational costs and inventory are strictly controlled, and technical guidance is provided across branch workshops. The main focus areas include managing personnel, handling complex diagnostic and repair work, and managing workshop administration.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete 8 to 10 years of required industry experience.

• Control and manage workshop staff, while overseeing other branch Workshop Foremen and acting as a mentor.

• Perform diagnostics using the Mercedes Star Diagnostics Computer System and execute bodywork and welding tasks.

• Handle mechanical breakdowns and perform necessary maintenance, with a willingness to work overtime.

• Manage administrative duties including licence administration and job card control.

• Oversee the control of costs, stock, equipment, and associated documentation.

About You

• Must possess 8 to 10 years of industry experience.

• Must hold a Diesel Mechanic qualification.

• Must have prior managerial experience.

• Must have knowledge and experience working on Mercedes-Benz trucks.

• Must be able to work with the Mercedes Star Diagnostics Computer System.

• Must possess bodywork and welding skills.

• Must hold a valid South African EC driver’s licence.

• Must be a solid hard worker with the ability to work under pressure.

• Must demonstrate the ability to control and manage workshop staff.

• Must be willing to work overtime and handle mechanical breakdowns.

• Possessing your own tools will be an advantage.