Workshop Manager (AH Workshop Manager ) at Oceana Group Limited

he position of Workshop Manager has become available within Amawandle Hake. This position is based at Elbow Quay and reports to the Executive: Operations Hake, Squid & Lobster.

DUTIES INCLUDE:

• Ensure Effective Workshop Utilisation
• Organising Workshop workforce, following the Code of Conduct and informing staff with regular meetings.
• Communicating with staff and executing jobs
• Making decisions on critical tasks
• Monitoring and controlling of work progress
• Responsible for safety and general housekeeping in the department
• Ensure proper control and monitoring jobs allocated to staff
• Drawing up a preliminary workshop budget and assisting with drawing up of boat technical budget
• Capital and operational budget compiled and motivated
• Costs managed and Cost saving mechanisms identified
• Negotiate quotes with contractors and discuss and monitor work completed by contractors
• Assist with maintenance of critical spares list
• Liaise with Department Heads about specific job-related matter and timeous completion of job requests
• Administration – authorisation and allocation of stock drawn, budget control, sign and authorise orders, ensure maintenance records are up to date and approve time sheets
• Ensure safe working environment within the Workshop
• Health and safety systems monitored and maintained
• Optimise the development and training of staff
• Maintain discipline in the Workshop
• Employee performance managed
• Ensures adequate technical expertise and manpower.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES:

• Able to work under pressure and independently
• Team Player that is service-orientated
• Delivers high output and is deadline driven
• Strong numerical and communication skills
• Able to effectively lead a team
• Adaptable and conscientious – and willingness to work irregular hours.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• At least 5 years relevant experience, preferably in the fishing industry
• N5/N6. Trade Test Diploma
• Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, Outlook and SAP)
• Vessel Maintenance/ Workshop Management System experience advantageous