Commercial Vehicle Workshop Foreman

Our Truck Dealer client based in Pretoria is looking to employ an experienced EE Commercial Vehicle Workshop Foreman, who will report to the Workshop Manager.

JOB REQUIREMENTS
The ideal applicant will possess the following:-

• Qualified Artisan Mechanic
• Valid code EC (or EC1 0.4 or C) driver's license and PrDP
• Experience in maintenance of heavy duty vehicles.
• Experience in servicing and repairing automotive components
• Auto Electrical experience an advantage
• Relevant supervisory experience

JOB OUTPUTS
• Coordinate and implement vehicle fleet maintenance activities.
• Control vehicle fleet activities.
• Ensure optimal human resource utilization.
• Compile reports for management information.
• Manage subordinates.
• Ensure optimal vehicle availability on a daily basis
• Ensuring roadworthiness of vehicles.
• Ensure after hours support is given to all service technicians
• Ensure Service department budget is upheld

COMPETENCIES
KNOWLEDGE
• Knowledge of the commercial vehicle industry.
• Working knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Knowledge of the workshop procedures.
• Knowledge of the company's disciplinary policies and procedures

SKILLS
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Time management skills.
• Supervisory skills.
• Report writing skills.
• Fault finding skills
• Basic computer literacy an added advantage

ATTITUDE/CAPABILITY
• Honesty
• Have good work ethics.
• Willing to work after hours when necessary.
• Teamwork orientation.
• Safety awareness orientation.
• Attention to detail.
• Quality orientation.
• Accuracy and figure orientation