Summary
Quality Equipment Rental is hiring a Workshop Manager for its equipment rental operations. The role manages workshop operations and technical staff, with responsibility for workload allocation, repair quality, equipment inspections, and timely delivery. The manager will coordinate with operations, stores, and logistics, and monitor workshop performance and efficiency. Applicants should have a bachelor's degree or equivalent, strong team leadership and technical reporting skills, and at least 10 years of recent experience in automotive or heavy equipment workshops; the posting lists Dubai and refers to workshop operations in KSA.
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Job Description Summary:
The ideal candidate for the Workshop Manager position will be responsible for managing QER workshop operations in KSA and leading a team of technical personnel to allocate workload effectively and oversee day-to-day operations to improve workshop performance. This position is within an equipment rental company with a diverse fleet. It requires effective coordination with multiple departments to ensure the "Fix It Right" process is followed, delivering equipment on time and in excellent condition.
Key Responsibilities:
Daily duties may include the following activities:
- Manage shop floor efficiency for quick and timely equipment delivery with a focus on high repair quality.
- Ensure optimal utilization, productivity, and efficiency of all workshop staff.
- Implement proper job distribution, control, and follow-up to ensure tasks are completed correctly and as per schedule.
- Deliver quality repairs to enhance customer satisfaction and retention while minimizing repeat jobs to improve overall workshop efficiency.
- Provide training and coaching to improve the skills, performance, and efficiency of team members.
- Perform pre-repair inspections to confirm issues and post-repair inspections to ensure effectiveness.
- Conduct pre-delivery inspections for equipment going on hire.
- Inspect off-hired equipment based on the delivery checklist and report any discrepancies.
- Ensure strict compliance with company policies, rules, and procedures, including warranty guidelines.
- Coordinate with the operations, store, and logistics teams for smooth workflow.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience managing and leading a diverse team.
- Demonstrated ability to monitor and improve workshop KPIs and operational efficiency.
- Proficiency in writing and presenting technical reports.
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification.
- Strong ability to identify parts of heavy equipment using manuals, SIS, and other sources.
- Minimum of 10 years of recent experience in automotive or heavy equipment workshops, preferably in a dealership environment.
- Experience working with a diverse fleet of rental equipment.