MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Technical Degree/ Post Graduate Diploma, Qualified Diesel Mechanic (Trade Certificate is essential)Experience in a similar role: up to 5 yearsKnowledge of the transport, logistics and agriculture industry both operationally and technically Ability to analyse and evaluate market trendsStrong financial acumenGood relationship building skillsInnovative and lateral thinkingExperience of Preventative Maintenance and planning systemsHands on management styleData driven decision making skillsIndependentStrong negotiation skillsTeam player and ability to work in a dynamic team environmentExcellent reporting and presentation skillsAbility to research and study industry and related topics (environmental scanning)Working knowledge of maintaining a large fleet comprising of trucks, trailers, yellow equipment and light vehicle in excess of 100 assetsSafety management experience (preferably NOSA)World class operational experience (5S, 6 sigma etc.
) DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: Expenditure Control - Expenditure is within budget - Ensure that General Manager and Line Manager are kept informed regarding expenditures - Appropriate corrective action regarding cost exceeding budget is timeously taken - Compile and review annual budget Monitor all workshop operations within areas of responsibility and ensure: - Vehicles are inspected after servicing and repairs - Quality standards are maintained - Vehicles are test driven after a service or a repair - Breakdowns are attended to timeously and breakdown analyses monitored to improve vehicle uptime - Quarterly fleet audits are conducted - Necessary arrangements are made when a vehicle accident or incident occurs - All legal requirements are complied with - The management of stores stock levels and the purchase of replacement parts and equipment - Stock checks are done randomly - Stock orders are signed - Close contact with suppliers of stock is maintained to ensure quality and service - Tyre maintenance standards are maintained, and spot checks are done - Weekly service schedules are compiled - The manage a service workshop which incorporates assets belonging to the Employer and / or Service Providers Fleet disposal and purchases - Documents are checked for accuracy and the correct completion - Service board is updated daily - Manage the fleet maintenance programme - Manage the budget vehicle maintenance costs to acceptable levels - Monthly reports are submitted timeously, according to the prescribed format General / Adhoc - SHEQ management in the workshop environment - Workshop systems execution and efficiency (Evolve) - Technical assistance by investigating fuel consumption anomalies - Wearcheck sample management and execution - Warranty claims - Disciplinary management - Staff time and attendance managementONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted