Workshop Foreman

Job Description

Key Requirements

• Relevant qualification in Motor Mechanics, Diesel Mechanics, Automotive Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years’ experience in a vehicle workshop environment, preferably with heavy commercial vehicles.
• Strong knowledge of vehicle diagnostics, repairs, servicing, and preventative maintenance.
• Previous experience supervising technicians and managing daily workshop activities.
• Good understanding of health, safety, quality, and workshop compliance requirements.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve technical issues.
• Experience managing workshop schedules, job cards, parts, tools, and maintenance records.
• Valid driver’s licence with good practical knowledge of commercial vehicles.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise daily workshop operations and allocate work to technicians.
• Oversee vehicle servicing, repairs, inspections, and preventative maintenance.
• Diagnose technical faults and ensure repairs are completed to required standards.
• Monitor workshop productivity, turnaround times, and job completion.
• Manage workshop tools, equipment, parts, and maintenance records.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and workshop procedures.
• Train, coach, and support technicians to improve technical performance.
• Liaise with customers, suppliers, and internal teams regarding workshop requirements.

Key Skills

• Workshop Management
• Vehicle Diagnostics
• Diesel and Mechanical Repairs
• Preventative Maintenance
• Team Leadership
• Technician Supervision
• Fault Finding and Problem-Solving
• Workshop Planning
• Quality Control
• Health and Safety
• Parts and Inventory Management
• Customer Service
• Reporting and Administration
• Time Management

Qualifications

• Trade Test in Motor or Diesel Mechanics.
• Relevant automotive or mechanical qualification.
• Supervisory or workshop management experience.
• Experience with heavy commercial vehicles is advantageous.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Additional training in vehicle diagnostics, safety, or workshop management is beneficial.