Shift Supervisor

Shift Supervisor


POSITION SNAPSHOT


JobReq ID: 53419


Type of work: On site


Type of contract: Open-ended/permanent


Full/Part Time: Full time


Location: Kathu, ZA


POSITION DESCRIPTION


Job Title Shift Supervisor The Person The person will ideally lead by example, capable of working with and supervising tyre fitters, be capable of performing some administrative duties, appreciate their role in delivering customer service, possess common sense and initiative, demonstrate a willingness to learn and develop their managerial skills and knowledge. Qualifications & Experience Essential:

Grade 12 National Certificate
A valid and appropriate light vehicle driver's licence (South African Code 08)
Good communication skills and customer service skills
Ability to work for extended hours and physically fit
Sound understanding of the working mechanism of the tools or the machinery they are handling
Look after the maintenance of the equipment
Expert written communication skills, good supervisory skills and ability to pay attention to the details
Three years of Earthmover tyre fitting experience
Preferred:

Coaching and mentoring certificate
1 Year supervisory experience
Reports to Senior Shift Supervisor / Site Supervisor / Contract Manager Duties The following is a general list of tasks that a Shift Supervisor 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
Perform corrective action requests from auditors
Check that data critical to Otracom is provided accurately and on time
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
Perform assessment of subordinates to analyse competence / gaps in training (i.e. Planned Task Observation)
Safety Shift Supervisors are required to:

Induct new personnel into the workplace
Ensure that all personnel work safely and follow Occupational Health and Safety Procedures
Ensure that all personnel comply with site "lock out" / "tag out" procedures
Investigate hazards, unsafe work conditions and equipment reported and take action to eliminate or reduce the risk to acceptable levels
Investigate and report all incidents and injuries according to procedures
Comply with applicable instructions documented in the OMS Safety Plan
Ensure that tyre fitters use and maintain Person Protective Equipment according to procedures
Job Description

Ensure that tyre fitters perform vehicle pre-start checks according to procedures
Promote workplace safety by participating in meetings and conducting inspections in order to improve safety in the workplace and document accordingly
Ensure that incident notices and safety information is communicated to tyre fitters
Perform Job Hazard Analysis and take control actions to reduce the risk of injury or damage to equipment
Perform Planned Task Observations and report deviations. Ensure that corrective actions are performed
Maintain and review Safe Work Procedures / Otraco Best Practice Procedures and ensure they are understood and used by all tyre fitters
Comply with the site emergency evacuation procedures
Indications of Achievement

Demonstrated ability to support new employees
Demonstrated commitment to clients
Demonstrated ability to work as a team member
Maintain health, safety and housekeeping within the internal environment
Ensures all work procedures are carried out in accordance with safety standards and safety practices
Demonstrate an awareness of customer care.
Demonstrate knowledge of use and care of PPE
Achieve all fundamental unit standards
Achieve all core unit standards
Achieve elected elective unit standards which include the following:
Compulsory elective


ID 12213: Select and use automobile lifting equipment, Level 2, 3 credits.
ID 9868: Demonstrate knowledge of, and rectify faults in, motor vehicle tyres and wheels, Level 3, 7 credits.
ID 9867: Remove and replace wheels and tyres, and balance wheels, Level 2, 2 credits.
ID 9869: Repair punctures and fit tyres to wheels, Level 3, 9 credits.
Additional electives
ID 9864: Repair and replace light and heavy commercial vehicle tyres, Level 3, 17 credits.
ID 256176: Remove and replace off-the-road (OTR) wheels and tyres, Level 2, 8 credits.
ID 9865: Remove and replace wheels and tyres from industrial machines and equipment, Level 3, 10 credits.

Complete additional in-house training as required
Complete additional external training as required
Complete compulsory and additional site specific training as required
Red / Pit Permit
Tyre Handler license
Forklift license
Completed coaching and mentoring course
Completed leadership development programme
Completed deliver service to customer course
Completed contribute to quality work outcomes course


MORE INFORMATION
All applications will be reviewed. Our Recruitment team will contact suitable applicants for the next step of the recruitment process.
We are looking forward to hearing from you!


DISCLAIMER
Diversity 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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