Workshop Manager / Mechanic - FM001932 at Farm Managers SA

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

•  Recognized qualification as a diesel mechanic
• Minimum 3 years of experience working on diesel vehicles
• Experience in general maintenance of water pumps and other machinery
• Experience in a supervisory/people management role
• Passion for vehicles
• General ability to problem-solve and fix things
• Keen attention to detail
• Proficient in English and Afrikaans
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Computer literacy
• Teamwork

 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Maintenance of the reserve’s fleet of vehicles, including preventative and ad hoc maintenance
• Ordering of parts and ensuring their timely delivery
• Maintenance of a neat and organized workshop with an adequate stock of frequently used spares
• Supervision and training of workshop staff
• Contribution towards sustainability goals by constantly seeking ways to make vehicle and workshop operations more environmentally friendly
• Repairs and maintenance of gate motors and solar and electrical water pumps
• Effective financial management of workshop operations through the administration and recording of orders, stock control and working within agreed budgets
• Record-keeping of vehicle service schedules and other related administrative tasks
• Ensuring quality and care of workshop equipment and products in accordance with standard operating procedures