Assistant Workshop Manager Diesel Mechanic | Fleet and Transport | Denver, Johannesburg
Avatar Human Capital · Denver, Johannesburg, Gauteng
Overview
A hands-on Assistant Workshop Manager role for a qualified Diesel Mechanic with 3 to 4 years of supervisory experience. You will support the daily running of a busy fleet and transport workshop in Denver, Johannesburg, keeping trucks and trailers roadworthy, safe and productive. If you enjoy leading a team, solving mechanical problems and keeping maintenance on schedule, this permanent opportunity is worth a look.
About the role
This is a practical, hands-on role supporting the Workshop Manager at a well-established fleet and transport operation in Denver, Johannesburg. You will help coordinate the daily workshop activities, allocate work to diesel mechanics and technicians, and make sure repairs and servicing are completed on time and to standard.
You will also play a key part in fleet and trailer maintenance, including preventative maintenance schedules, breakdown repairs, inspections and keeping accurate records of all work done. When complex mechanical faults come up, you will use your diesel mechanic background to help diagnose issues and guide the team.
Part of the role is supervising and motivating workshop staff, making sure safety procedures are followed and that everyone works productively. You will report on recurring breakdowns, maintenance risks and workshop performance to management.
Application note: The salary for this role is to be discussed. Apply through the Avatar Human Capital listing on PNet to be considered.
Requirements
- 3 to 4 years of management or supervisory experience in a workshop, fleet maintenance or transport environment
- Qualified Diesel Mechanic, preferably with a recognised Diesel Mechanic Trade Test
- Proven experience in fleet management, fleet maintenance or heavy vehicle workshop operations
- Practical experience working with trucks and trailers
- Strong understanding of diesel engines, mechanical repairs, preventative maintenance and fault diagnosis
- Experience coordinating workshop staff, repair schedules and maintenance activities
- Good organisational, planning and problem solving skills
- Ability to work under pressure and manage competing operational priorities
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- A hands-on approach with the ability to lead a team and assist with technical issues when necessary
Responsibilities
- Assist the Workshop Manager with the daily running and coordination of workshop activities
- Allocate work to diesel mechanics, technicians and other workshop personnel according to operational priorities
- Monitor job progress to ensure repairs, servicing and maintenance are completed within agreed timeframes
- Coordinate preventative maintenance, scheduled servicing and breakdown repairs for the fleet
- Oversee and assist with the maintenance and repair of trailers used in fleet and transport operations
- Ensure trailers are regularly inspected and maintained in a safe, roadworthy and operational condition
- Apply diesel mechanical knowledge to assist with diagnosing and resolving mechanical faults
- Provide technical guidance and support to workshop staff where required
- Supervise, motivate and coordinate workshop employees, monitoring performance, attendance and productivity
- Ensure workshop activities comply with occupational health and safety requirements
- Maintain accurate workshop job cards, maintenance reports and service records
- Report maintenance issues, recurring breakdowns and operational risks to management
Job details
- Organisation
- Avatar Human Capital
- Location
- Denver, Johannesburg, Gauteng
- Job type
- Full time
- Experience level
- Mid (3+ years)
- Category
- Logistics & Supply Chain
- Application Method
- Apply manually
Success Guide
This role is a good fit if you have solid diesel mechanic experience and you are ready to step into a more supervisory position. When you apply, make sure your CV clearly shows your trade test, the number of years you have worked on trucks and trailers, and any experience you have had leading or coordinating a small team.
In an interview, expect questions about how you prioritise repairs, how you handle breakdowns under pressure, and how you keep accurate job cards and service records. Be ready to give real examples from your workshop experience. It also helps to show that you understand roadworthiness and safety standards, because that is central to this job.
Since the employer is a recruitment company, apply directly through the PNet listing and keep your CV up to date and easy to read. Good luck with your application.
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