Workshop Foreman

Job Description

• Our client is looking for an experienced, hands-on Workshop Foreman to take responsibility for the day-to-day technical oversight and coordination of a busy fleet workshop.
• This is a practical role suited to a qualified and experienced Diesel Mechanic / Heavy Vehicle Technician who has progressed into a supervisory position but still enjoys being on the workshop floor and getting involved when required.
• The successful candidate will lead and support a team of diesel mechanics and auto electricians, ensuring that maintenance, repairs, fault finding and preventative maintenance are completed safely, efficiently and to a high technical standard.
• This is not an office-based management role. We are looking for someone who is technically strong, leads by example and is prepared to get their hands dirty when the situation requires it.

Minimum Qualifications & Experience

The ideal candidate will have:

• A recognised Diesel Mechanic / Motor Mechanic trade qualification.
• Trade Test Certificate as a Diesel Mechanic or equivalent recognised South African qualification.
• At least 5 years' relevant post-trade experience, preferably within a heavy vehicle, fleet or transport workshop environment.
• Supervisory or team leadership experience - previous experience in a Workshop Foreman, Senior Technician or similar supervisory role.
• Proven experience working on heavy commercial vehicles/trucks.
• Strong mechanical diagnostic and fault-finding capabilities.
• Experience managing or coordinating a team of technicians.
• Good understanding of preventative maintenance and workshop planning.
• A valid South African driver's licence appropriate to the role.
• Computer literacy and the ability to complete workshop reports and maintenance records.

Advantageous Experience

• Preference will be given to candidates with:
• Experience working specifically on Volvo and MAN trucks.
• Hydraulic maintenance and fault-finding experience.
• Experience with truck-mounted cranes.
• Auto-electrical knowledge or experience working closely with auto electricians.
• Experience within a large fleet, logistics, transport, construction or related environment.
• Experience using electronic diagnostic and vehicle management systems.
• Supervisory or team leadership experience.