Workshop Manager

Details

Closing Date 2026/10/28

Reference Number UNI261020-6

Job Title Workshop Manager

Business Unit / Division Petroleum

Contract Milnerton Workshop

Job Type Classification Permanent - Normal

Location - Town / City Milnerton

Location - Province Western Cape

Location - Country South Africa

Minimum Education Level Bachelors Degree | Advanced Diploma

Job Advert Summary The Workshop Manager is responsible for the effective, safe, and cost-efficient management of the depot workshop. The role ensures maximum availability and reliability of fleet vehicles, plant, machinery, and workshop infrastructure through high-quality maintenance practices, strong people leadership, and strict adherence to safety and statutory requirements.

The position carries full accountability for workshop people, assets, stock, systems, and budgets, with a strong focus on minimising downtime, managing risk, and driving continuous improvement.

Minimum Requirements Minimum Requirements

• Trade Tested Diesel Mechanic or Mechanic (essential).

• Grade 12 / Matric Certificate.

• 5–8 years’ experience in a workshop or fleet maintenance environment.

• Proven experience with yellow equipment (mining, construction, or heavy earthmoving).

• Experience managing haulage fleets including trucks, trailers, and loading equipment.

• Demonstrated people management experience in a technical environment.

Duties & Responsibilities Key Responsibilities

• Manage maintenance, servicing, and repairs of fleet vehicles, trailers, yellow equipment, plant, and machinery.

• Implement and continuously improve preventative and planned maintenance programmes.

• Ensure quality control of all work before equipment is returned to operations.

• Lead, manage, and develop mechanics, artisans, buyers, and workshop support staff.

• Manage spare parts availability, procurement, and stock control.

• Control workshop budgets, maintenance costs, tyres, and outsourced services.

• Monitor fleet availability, downtime, and cost trends and report to management.

• Plan maintenance in line with operational requirements and production demands.

• Manage contractors, suppliers, and original equipment manufacturers.

• Ensure compliance with safety legislation, statutory requirements, and company policies.

• Maintain accurate maintenance records, system integrity, and reporting.

Policy

Appointments will be made in accordance with diversity targets.