Leading HandPOSITION SNAPSHOTType of work: On siteType of contract: Open-ended/permanentFull/Part Time: Full timeLocation: Rustenburg, ZAPOSITION DESCRIPTIONJob Title: Leading HandThe Person: The person will ideally lead by example, capable of working with and supervising tyre fitters, performing some administrative duties, appreciating their role in delivering customer service, possessing common sense and initiative, demonstrating a willingness to learn and develop their management skills and knowledge.Qualifications & Experience:Essential:A valid and appropriate light vehicle driver's licence (South African Code 08)Grade 12 National CertificateTwo years Earthmoving tyre fitting experienceSound understanding of the working mechanism of the tools or the machinery they are handlingLook after the maintenance of the equipmentPreferred:A valid and appropriate heavy vehicle drivers licence (South African Code 10)6 months supervisory experienceCoaching and mentoring certificateReports to: Shift Supervisor / Site SupervisorDuties: The following is a general list of tasks that a person in this position is required to perform. The Company may add to or vary these duties from time to time provided the variation is reasonable having regard to the Employee's skills, competence and training.Ensure that tyre fitters comply with Otraco Management System (OMS) policies, procedures and instructions.Lead tyre fitters to perform tyre fitting and workshop maintenance tasks in the most efficient, safe and cost effective manner.Lead the tyre fitters in performing equipment calibration procedures according to the OMS.Perform inspections and determine if components should be scrapped, repaired or remain in service.Mount and strip any type of tyre and wheel/rim assembly according to procedures.Repair tyres and tubes according to procedures.Operate forklifts and tyre handlers according to procedures.Lead tyre fitters in maintaining tyre operating pressures in accordance with site specifications.Lead tyre fitters in maintaining a high quality of service to the client.Present himself in a condition fit to perform his duties.Complete any other duties allocated.Safety:Induct new personnel into the workplace.Work safely and follow Occupational Health and Safety Procedures.Comply with site "lock out" / "tag out" procedures.Report hazards, unsafe work conditions and equipment.Immediately report incidents and injuries to the supervisor.Comply with applicable instructions as per on-site Safety Plan.Use and maintain Personal Protective Equipment according to procedures.Perform vehicle Pre-start checks according to procedures.Operate and maintain tools and equipment according to procedures.Contribute to meetings and inspections in order to improve safety in the workplace.Perform Risk Assessments and take control actions to reduce the risk of Injury or damage to equipment.Perform Planned Task Observations and report deviations. Ensure corrective actions are performed.Comply with site emergency evacuation procedures.Comply with all safe work procedures and document on completion.MORE INFORMATIONAll applications will be reviewed. Our Recruitment team will contact the suitable applicants for the next step of the recruitment process.We are looking forward to hearing from you!DISCLAIMERDiversity and inclusion are a central part of Bridgestone EMEA's values at the highest level. This is key for our people to show a passion for excellence for improving society connected to the world in which we live. Our commitment to diversity is linked to our founders mission of 'Serving Society with Superior Quality', which is essential in shaping and creating the organization, serving all people, respectfully, connected to our business. We recognize that everyone is different and that attracting, developing and retaining our employees will create a sustainable working environment which is essential to our success. This means that all job applicants and members of staff will receive equal treatment and that we will not discriminate in particular on grounds of gender, marital status, race, ethnic origin, color, nationality, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, religion or age.
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