Workshop Manager at Crystal Recruit

Our client, a group of companies based in Tanzania is looking for an effective Workshop Manager to help in operations. You should be able to ensure productivity targets are achieved and that all warehouse processes are running smoothly and promptly.

Responsibilities

• Allocate job cards and manages technicians to maximize the throughput by aligning jobs to skill sets within team.
• Ensure all required information on each job card for each job is properly maintained.
• Ensure that the technicians carry out the jobs within the allotted time.
• Ensure the most effective use of available time and equipment.
• Ensure all spare parts, tyres, lubricants and other consumables are pre-ordered and approved in timely manner.
• Dispatch trucks and buses under warranty to supplier.
• Identifies and organizes staff training needs for improving technical knowledge and job performance.
• Gives practical assistance, on-the-job training and technical advice to subordinates.
• To determine company needs and respond as necessary in accordance with directions issued booking in vehicles for maintenance, repair and bodywork.
• To communicate with external repair agencies as necessary.
• To ensure all unfair wear and tear is identified and liaise with Human Resources Manager to take action against negligent drivers / mechanics.
• Assist with quoting, project management, materials purchasing and quality checks
• Regularly report progress on each job and quickly communicate delays or concerns with the Operations and Senior Management.
• Investigate Drivers complaints on vehicles and concerns arising from them and suggest appropriate solutions. Plan with team to identify appropriate course of action.
• Any other duties assigned by the management.

Qualification

•  Bachelor in Automotive Engineering from any reputable Institution
• Minimum 5 years of working experience in a similar role.
•  Expertise in warehouse management procedures and best practices
• Proven ability to implement process improvement initiatives
• Strong knowledge of warehousing Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Hands on experience with warehouse management software and databases
• Leadership skills and ability manage staff
• Strong decision making and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Able to handle daily routine effectively.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work within a diversified environment.
• Ability to work and organize team under minimal supervision.