Workshop Manager Verfied

Salary Negotiable Abroad more than 14 days ago 30-09-2019 4:10:35 AM
25-11-2019 4:10:35 AM
Mechanical & Engineering Workshop Manager

5* Game Lodge -  situated at the confluence of the great Limpopo and Shashe Rivers in the remote eastern corner of Botswana.

Mechanical Workshop Game Lodge experience an absolute necessity

Applicant needs to be a mature, highly skilled and motivated individual with 10 years experience in mechanics and engineering

with exceptional leadership qualities and required experience to fill this position.

Planning, leading, organizing and supervising the day to day running of the mechanical and engineering workshop.
Lead a team of mechanics and workshop staff within the Game Reserve, train and manage satellite mechanics.
Controlling the quality of vehicle and machinery repair and maintenance.
Ensure that all vehicle / machinery warranties are properly followed up, monitored and documented.
Performing trouble shooting and diagnostics procedures on vehicles and equipment and decide on the correct method of repair.
Plan and organize preventative maintenance systems.
Source, implement and manage satellite tracking devises as part of ongoing preventive maintenance.
Hands on supervision of all workshop activities especially technical issues
Forecast and order spare parts for specific jobs or stock replenishment
Management of the spare parts store, monthly stock taking, ordering and reports
Supervise and follow up on actual process of each individual repair or maintenance job
Provide on the job training as well as coaching and mentoring to mechanics, interns and workshop staff
Evaluate training requirements and discuss / agree training needs with management
Have an in depth knowledge of all sizes of generators with responsibility for the maintenance and conditioning
Conduct final check / test drive all vehicles prior to release
Interviewing and conduct hands on testing of technical applicants
Sign off on all job cards
Support and fully comply with company and departmental policies and procedures
Test and approve operators / drivers for all vehicles and machinery
Conduct any other tasks assigned to him by his line manager
Leadership and management skills with the ability to motivate and empower others to realize their full potential
Excellent grasp of the English language, verbal and written
Hands on experience in both mechanical and engineering fields
Computer literate (Microsoft word, excel) includes up to date knowledge of diagnostic computerized equipment
Responsive and able to adapt and work under immense pressure and in times of crises for long hours
Open minded to new ideas and be able implement them
A team oriented individual
A solution focused individual who has the ability to get the job done with excellence
A fabrication plant for welding, pipe bending, panel beating and spraying, including upgrading vehicle interiors and upholstery
Auto electrical trouble shooting, diagnostics, re-wiring and assembly
Fuel injection system, maintenance, overhauls and assembly
Water reticulation, pumps and borehole maintenance
Radio installation, repairs and communication
Boat repairs and maintenance to hulls and motors including inboard, outboard and fan driven
Road maintenance and construction, repairs to bridges, culverts & airfield runways
Workshop business management including computerized systems and programs for accounts and budgeting, requesting /receiving / authorizing quotes, invoicing, ordering, stock control, quality control, staff accounts, leave rosters, online banking and accountability for expenses
Knowledge and ability to use computerized automotive vehicle parts programs for ordering vehicular parts online

Salary R 41.400 with Housing and company benefits, full Medical Aid, Bonus Performance - end of the year.