Workshop Supervisor

Our client, an established engineering company dealing in heavy equipment maintenance and repair, seeks an experienced Workshop Supervisor.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan workshop activities, allocate jobs and supervise technicians and mechanics.
• Oversee servicing, troubleshooting, repairs and overhauls of drilling rigs, compressors, trucks and associated equipment.
• Guide the team in diagnosing mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic faults.
• Inspect completed work and ensure equipment is tested before release.
• Coordinate spare parts, tools and materials required for each job.
• Maintain job cards, service records and workshop progress reports.
• Coordinate on-site repairs and communicate job progress to customers.
• Enforce workshop safety, housekeeping and proper use of equipment.

Requirements

• Diploma or higher qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Plant Mechanics or a related field.
• At least 5 years’ relevant maintenance and repair experience, including 2 years supervising a workshop team.
• Strong practical knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems and compressors.
• Experience with drilling rigs, construction equipment, mining machinery or other heavy equipment.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and service manuals.
• Strong leadership, planning, troubleshooting and communication skills.
• Direct experience servicing and overhauling drilling rigs will be an added advantage.