Technical Manager at Unitrans

Job Advert Summary    

• The Divisional Technical Manager for the Agriculture Division is responsible for overseeing the technical operations within the division, ensuring the efficient use of resources, equipment, and technology to optimise agricultural productivity. This role involves managing technical support for each of the operations, improving equipment performance, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and implementing innovative solutions to enhance overall efficiency and sustainability in agricultural practices. The manager also coordinates with other departments to support business objectives and drive continuous improvement.

Minimum Requirements    

• Required qualification: Degree / NQF level 8 (Mechanical Engineering)
• Years of experience: Up to 4 years in a similar role

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Oversee and manage business unit technical and operational processes, ensuring alignment with the business objectives.
• Lead divisional technical teams with a hands-on management style, providing independent oversight and guidance to the business units technical teams.
• Foster strong negotiation and relationship-building skills with suppliers and internal stake holders.
• Review and guide cost management across the business unit, ensuring optimisation and excellence.
• Ensure clear and accurate communication on all aspects relating to the technical functions with the Executive Technical Services.
• Guide and review technical elements for the annual budget, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives.
• Monitor divisional operations and technical aspects, including vehicle maintenance, unplanned failures and quality.
• Oversee adherence to quality standards and legal compliance across operations.
• Conduct stock checks, oversee stock orders, and manage supplier relations to ensure quality control.
• Maintain tyre maintenance standards and supervise fleet management, including scheduling of vehicle services and tyre checks.
• Work with the Group technical team regarding fleet disposal and purchases to ensure operational efficiency.