Divisional Head: Workshop & Vehicle Maintenance: RSWD50017 at City of Ekurhuleni

Key performance areas:

• Ensure the effective control and utilization of CoE’s internal workshops infrastructure for mechanical and accident repairs
• Provide, manage and coordinate maintenance and repairs on CoE vehicles
• Manage downtime, quality and cost control on mechanical and accident repairs,
• Manage vehicle recovery (towing's)
• Manage assessment, inspections and validation of all repairs, warranty claims and repairs resulting from driver negligence
• Conduct fleet analysis and provide technical advice to CoE
• Liaison with client departments, service providers and other stakeholders on all issues related to the functions of the division
• Manage, advise on and ensure the implementation of a Workshop and Vehicle Management Systems
• Manage and oversee specific administrative reporting requirements
• Ensure effective financial management, control and corporate governance (including budgeting)
• Monitor and enforce compliance with procurement processes
• Investigate and report on all audit queries
• Drive a culture of customer service excellence
• Ensure effective management of all aspects of service delivery
• Lead and manage teams
• Communicate a meaningful strategic context that guides and directs best practices
• Maintain strategic relationships
• Drive the implementation of governance, compliance, integrity and ethics frameworks
• Oversee and manage all contracts related to the functions of the division

Core Requirements:

• B Degree in Mechanical Engineering or relevant equivalent NQF Level 7 qualification
• Trade test certificate in Motor/Diesel Mechanics
• Intensive experience in vehicle maintenance and repairs in the workshop environment
• 8 years management experience in Fleet Management & Vehicles Repairs and Maintenance, of which at least 4 years must have been at Senior Management level
• Strategic leadership skills
• Accountability and ethical conduct
• Knowledge of relevant legislation
• An understanding of political and administrative structures
• Operational financial management, planning and reporting skills
• Knowledge and information management skills
• Risk management skills
• Proficiency in policy development
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to build trusting relationships and use influence
• Technical learning skills
• An in-depth understanding of fleet management