Workshop Manager

SUMMARY:
WORKSHOP MANAGER

POSITION INFO:

A career opportunity exists at RTG TECHNICAL SERVICES, MIDDELBURG for the position of:

WORKSHOP MANAGER

The Workshop Manager is a key member of the Management team accountable for the maintenance of the fleet, and will be responsible for the following, not all inclusive.

Job Summary:

• Manage the daily activities of the workshop such as job allocation and job flow in the workshop including schedule and labour allocation.
• Co-ordination of resources (operational and human) schedules and activities to effectively manage the maintenance of the fleet.
• Manage stores stock levels and the purchase of replacement parts and equipment, in accordance with consignment agreements.
• Ensure daily perpetual stock takes are done by staff.
• Assist with quoting, materials purchasing and quality checks.
• Ensure correct documentation is kept for all work done in the workshop, including job cards etc.
• Ensure checks are done between Job card, Part requisitions, Syspro processing before invoicing.
• Manage the workshop team, including their performance, training and development.
• Develop and maintain a sound relationship with operations staff and suppliers.
• Ensure daily maintenance and updates of the workshop application to optimize functionality and efficiency.
• Manage the fleet maintenance programme in line with technical standards.
• Do spot-check inspections on vehicles to see that repairs, maintenance and breakdown prevention is performed to set standards.
• Ensure compliance of the workshop with all Health and Safety legislation and standards
• Analyse breakdown, service and incident trends, suggest and implement corrective actions and improvements.
• Reporting to the Group Technical Manager on workshop performance, product related deviations, and all technical related actions, tasks and deadlines.
• Signing off supplier reconciliations on a monthly basis.
• Maintaining of small tool/asset register.

Requirement:

• Grade 12 (Matric)
• Computer literacy – Excel, Word, Microsoft Office
• Read and write in Afrikaans and English, with strong documentation and good communication skills
• Valid Code 08 driver’s license (applicants without a driver’s license will not be considered)
• Suitable industry related qualification, with 4 – 5 years’ experience in a similar role
• Knowledge of Suppliers Agreements and Reconciliation
• Must have strong leadership qualities and have the ability to manage Company Policies
• High level of technical expertise. Must be able to support the foreman and assist with diagnostics
• Excellent Human Relations and team player, with a confident and pro-active approach to anticipate issues and requirements
• Physically fit, high attention to detail
• No criminal record

Remuneration:

To be discussed in the interview

Applications will close on Friday, 10 October 2025 at the close of business