Workshop Foreman

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12 (Matric).
• Qualified Diesel Mechanic (Red Seal Trade Test).
• Valid Code EC driver's licence (advantageous).
• 5–10 years' experience in truck and trailer maintenance.
• Minimum 3 years' supervisory or foreman experience within a transport or logistics environment.
• Knowledge of heavy commercial vehicles.
• Computer literacy (MS Office and workshop management systems).
• Sound knowledge of preventative maintenance practices and fleet management.

• Supervise and lead Diesel Mechanics, Technicians, Apprentices, and Workshop Assistants.
• Allocate daily repair and maintenance tasks to workshop staff.
• Oversee preventative maintenance and breakdown repairs on trucks and trailers.
• Ensure all repairs meet company quality and safety standards.
• Monitor workshop productivity, efficiency, and turnaround times.
• Conduct inspections of vehicles, trailers, and workshop equipment.
• Manage job cards, maintenance records, and repair documentation.
• Control workshop inventory, tools, spare parts, and consumables.
• Investigate recurring mechanical failures and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality) requirements.
• Liaise with Fleet Managers and Operations teams to schedule maintenance and minimize vehicle downtime.
• Provide technical guidance, coaching, and training to workshop personnel.
• Manage staff attendance, performance, discipline, and leave planning.

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