Assistant Workshop Manager

SUMMARY:
Assistant Workshop Manager

POSITION INFO:

We are looking for an experienced and hands-on Assistant Workshop Manager to support the Workshop Manager in overseeing workshop and fleet maintenance operations.

The successful candidate will coordinate workshop activities, supervise mechanics and technicians, ensure efficient vehicle maintenance and repairs, manage breakdowns, monitor preventative maintenance and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements. The role is critical to maintaining maximum fleet availability while ensuring quality and safety standards are met.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the day-to-day management of the workshop.
• Allocate and coordinate daily work for mechanics, technicians and workshop assistants.
• Oversee vehicle repairs, servicing and preventative maintenance.
• Prioritise urgent repairs and breakdowns.
• Monitor workshop workflow and minimise vehicle downtime.
• Ensure completed work is inspected before vehicles are released.
• Ensure services and inspections meet company and manufacturer requirements.
• Investigate vehicle defects and recurring mechanical problems.
• Maintain accurate vehicle maintenance records and histories.
• Supervise, guide and monitor workshop staff.
• Promote teamwork, accountability and professional conduct.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, roadworthiness and PPE requirements.
• Maintain accurate job cards and workshop records.
• Track vehicle downtime and maintenance turnaround times.
• Provide management with updates on workshop performance and fleet availability.

Qualifications & Experience

• Grade 12 / Matric
• Diesel Mechanic qualification
• Supervisory or management experience in a workshop environment
• Experience with trailer or heavy vehicle maintenance
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to thrive in a high-pressure environment.

Skills Required

• Workshop and fleet maintenance management
• Diesel mechanics
• Heavy vehicle and trailer maintenance
• Preventative maintenance
• Vehicle diagnostics and repairs
• Breakdown management
• Workshop workflow coordination
• Team supervision and leadership
• Fleet availability and downtime management
• Health and safety compliance
• Roadworthiness compliance
• Maintenance record keeping
• Job card administration
• Problem-solving and fault identification
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively under pressure
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Attention to detail