Diesel Workshop Manager

Sandfords Group of Companies is a family-owned rural transport business based in South Taranaki. Operating a fleet of Bulk, Silo, Livestock, Concrete and Groundspread vehicles, servicing the wider Taranaki area and further afield throughout the North Island.We have an exciting opportunity within our South Taranaki (Auroa) based operation for a Workshop Manager. This is a hands-on role overseeing and organising our team of mechanics while also being on the workshop floor completing repairs and maintenance. Being a fully qualified Heavy Diesel Mechanic in road transport is a must.This position is for someone who has the ability to organise, multitask, think on the run and work collaboratively with our Business groups, Subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure the fleet and associated plant and equipment is maintained to a high standard in the most cost-effective way, in accordance with all legal and safety requirements while maximising availability during busy work periods.What you need to be successful in this role:Excellent communication along with the ability to manage time and a varied workload through prioritisation.A flexible, organised approach with the ability to work within a team environment.A high level of attention to detail and solution-focused.The ability to work under pressure and unsupervised.The ability to problem solve and make quick, justified decisions with a level head.Committed to Health and Safety and Quality principles.Awareness of legislative requirements.Key tasks and responsibilities, but not limited to:Plan the day-to-day workload of the Workshop and lead the workflow with your team of Technicians including yourself.Liaise with our Business groups and Dispatch staff to plan services, maintenance and repairs to meet operational needs.Communicate with our Business groups and Dispatch staff during repair, progress updates and availability of assets.Communicate with all external suppliers and subcontractors.Work collaboratively with the Parts Coordinator, identifying what parts are needed for the coming days and weeks.Organise breakdown assistance and repairs, including out of town callouts.Ensure services are carried out on time and to an acceptable standard with records being kept for all vehicles.Participate in planning meetings (if required) with the Senior Management team to understand forecasted projections, start times, completion times and likely resources required.Maintain and keep updated our Workshop planning and booking system.We will only consider applications from people currently residing in New Zealand who have the right to work in New Zealand.All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.Please email your cover letter and CV to: ****** is no closing date for this position. Applications will remain open until a suitable candidate is appointed, and we have the right to close this vacancy when we have received sufficient and suitable applications. If this position sounds like you, please apply now.Apply online for this role or contact Jessie Freer for more information.
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