Workshop Foreman

Port Elizabeth | Automotive Dealership

Salary: R30,000–R35,000 per month plus incentives

A well-known dealership within an established multi-franchise automotive group is seeking an experienced Workshop Foreman to lead daily workshop operations. This role suits a qualified automotive technician with strong leadership skills, sound diagnostic expertise and a focus on quality workmanship and customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily workshop activities, allocate jobs and monitor technician productivity.
• Ensure servicing, diagnostics and repairs meet manufacturer standards and agreed turnaround times.
• Provide technical guidance and assist technicians with complex fault-finding.
• Conduct quality checks and oversee road testing to ensure vehicles are ready for delivery.
• Manage workflow with service advisors and the parts department, communicating delays and technical concerns promptly.
• Monitor workshop efficiency, labour utilisation, rework and comeback repairs.
• Coach technicians and apprentices, identify training needs and maintain accountability for performance.
• Ensure job cards, repair records and warranty documentation are accurate and complete.
• Maintain workshop safety, housekeeping and the correct use of tools and diagnostic equipment.

Minimum Requirements

• Qualified Automotive Technician or Motor Mechanic with a recognised trade qualification.
• Previous Workshop Foreman, Team Leader or senior supervisory experience in a franchised dealership.
• Strong vehicle diagnostic, mechanical and electrical fault-finding skills.
• Experience working with manufacturer repair procedures, quality standards and warranty processes.
• Ability to lead a team, prioritise workloads and deliver under pressure.
• Good communication, planning and problem-solving skills.
• Computer literacy and familiarity with dealership workshop systems.
• Valid driver's licence.

Ideal Candidate

A practical, hands-on leader who maintains high technical standards, supports technician development and keeps the workshop running efficiently. Experience in a multi-franchise dealership environment would be advantageous.

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