Workshop Manager

SUMMARY:
An established company specialising in pallet trucks, material-handling equipment and custom-built lifting solutions is looking for an experienced Workshop Manager to join their team.
The company supplies a range of imported and locally manufactured equipment, including pallet trucks, stackers, lift tables, hi-lifts and specialised weighing equipment.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the daily operations of the workshop.
• Oversee the repair, servicing and maintenance of material-handling equipment.
• Assist with diagnosing mechanical and hydraulic faults and finding practical solutions.
• Manage and support a team of technicians and workshop staff.
• Ensure repairs and maintenance are completed efficiently and to the required standards.
• Plan and allocate workshop jobs and monitor turnaround times.
• Ensure workshop equipment, tools and resources are properly maintained.
• Maintain good communication with customers, suppliers and internal departments.

• Previous experience in a Workshop Manager, Workshop Supervisor or similar technical management role.
• Strong mechanical knowledge and the ability to understand and troubleshoot machinery.
• Experience with mechanical repairs, servicing and maintenance.
• Hydraulic experience will be an advantage.
• Previous experience managing or supervising a team.
• Good organisational and problem-solving skills.
• A hands-on approach and the ability to work in a close-knit team.