Workshop Manager

Introduction Our client in the Logistics Industry is recruiting for a Workshop Manager. Duties & Responsibilities 1. Job Purpose The Workshop Manager is responsible for planning, directing, and controlling all workshop operations to ensure the company fleet is maintained in a safe, reliable, compliant, and cost-effective condition. The role ensures optimal fleet availability through effective preventive maintenance, timely repairs, and efficient management of workshop resources and personnel. 2. Key Duties and Responsibilities 2.1 Workshop and Fleet Maintenance Management a) Plan, implement, and monitor preventive and corrective maintenance programs for all fleet vehicles. b) Ensure timely diagnosis and repair of mechanical, electrical, and bodywork faults. Minimize vehicle downtime while maintaining quality and safety standards. 2.2 Regulatory Compliance and Documentation a) Ensure all fleet maintenance activities comply with Tanzanian road traffic laws, OSHA requirements, and internal company policies. b) Maintain accurate and up-to-date maintenance records, service logs, inspection reports, and statutory documentation. c) Support vehicle inspections, when required. 2.3 Staff Supervision and Leadership a) Supervise mechanics, technicians, electricians, and workshop support staff. b) Allocate tasks, monitor productivity, and enforce quality workmanship standards. c) Identify training needs, mentor staff, and support technical skills development. d) Enforce discipline, safety procedures, and proper use of workshop tools and equipment. 2.4 Inventory, Procurement, and Cost Control a) Manage spare parts, tools, lubricants, and consumables inventory. b) Control maintenance and repair costs through effective planning, supplier coordination, and waste reduction. c) Raise purchase requisitions and ensure procurement of approved and genuine parts. 2.5 Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) a) Support compliance in terms of occupational health and safety standards within the workshop by working with the Health and Safety Manager . b) Ensure that the Health and Saftey Manager has conducted all safety briefings, inspections, and risk assessments as per HSE policy and regulatory compliance c) Promote housekeeping, environmental protection, and safe disposal of waste materials. 2.6 Reporting and Coordination a) Prepare and submit periodic reports (daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly) as per agreed stakeholder requirements on fleet condition, maintenance costs, breakdown trends, and workshop performance as per agreed KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) which need to be met b) Coordinate with Fleet Operations, Procurement, Finance, Human Resources and HSE departments. c) Provide technical input to management on fleet replacement planning, lifecycle costing, and maintenance strategies. d) Coordinate with network management with whom there are SLAs for both garages and spare part vendors across our corridors/routes. Desired Experience & Qualification 3. Qualifications and Experience Minimum Qualifications a) Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related technical discipline. b) Recognized technical certification in automotive or heavy equipment maintenance is an added advantage. Experience c) Minimum of 5–8 years’ relevant experience in workshop or fleet maintenance management. d) Proven experience managing commercial vehicles, heavy-duty trucks, or mixed fleets, in particular Chinese and Scania trucks e) Have an established network of garages and spare part vendors, preferably within the DRC, Zambia and Tanzania but not limited to. 4. Skills and Competencies a) Strong technical knowledge of vehicle systems and maintenance practices. b) Leadership, supervisory, and people management skills. c) Cost control, budgeting, and planning capability. d) Ability to interpret technical manuals, diagnostics, and maintenance data. e) Strong communication and reporting skills in English;Swahili proficiency is an advantage. f) High level of integrity, accountability, and problem-solving ability. g) Strong knowledge of quality of vehicle parts and spares 5. Working Conditions a) Based primarily at the company workshop. b) Exposure to workshop environments and operational risks. c) May require extended working hours or on-call availability to address breakdowns and operational needs. 6. Performance Indicators (KPIs) a) Fleet availability and downtime levels. b) Maintenance cost control and budget adherence. c) Compliance with safety and regulatory standards. d) Workshop staff productivity and quality of repairs. e) Timeous and accurate submission of Reports Package & Remuneration 2500$ gross In addition: Accommodation is provided, flights before, during and after the contract, work permit, work visa paid by the company