Assistant Group Technical Manager

Assistant Group Technical Manager

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE

5 – 10 years in Fleet management and/ motor industry

Diploma/degree - Mechanical/Automotive Engineering

Certified motor vehicle mechanic Class 1/Artisan

Good command of Accpac/Microsoft office

Orb fusion/Sage knowledge added advantage

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and improve fleet maintenance strategies that support Organisational strategy.
• Identify and recommend initiatives aimed at eliminating waste, improving productivity, and reducing operating costs.
• Oversee fleet maintenance within the Group to ensure delivery on time and reduce down time.
• Provide relevant and specialized technical support to subordinates.
• Provide executive support to the Group Technical Manager.
• Effectively manage the department and its objectives in line with approved budget and monitor remedial action within the span of control.
• Ensure that the department is adequately staffed to achieve objectives, that the technicians are aware of procedures for using new products and equipment.
• Maintain good relationship with the 3rd party clients.
• Ensure adequate maintenance of tools and equipments.
• Monitor workflow to anticipate impact of delays due to team members being absent for leaves, holidays or sickness.
• Review customers service orders and inspect the quality of a technician repairs before the release of vehicles.
• Review work orders to ensure that all actions have been documented according to Service Workshop Policies and procedures.
• Plan and adjust the workloads of department personnel to match their skills and abilities.
• Facilitate the training and development of team members in the department, by providing feedback and coaching to support improvements in their job performance.
• Conduct annual Performance Appraisals for Workshop team