Manager – Heavy Plant & Vehicle Workshop

About the role

The Manager (Heavy Plant & Vehicle Workshop) leads the fleet maintenance function within the Office of Operations Management, overseeing workshop operations, contracts and budget for the City of eThekwini.

Key responsibilities

• Define, implement and monitor short‑term plans and objectives for fleet maintenance in line with the Technical Operations approach.
• Manage key performance indicators and outcomes of personnel within the workshop.
• Control operating expenditure against approved budget allocations.
• Oversee a range of contracts covering mechanical, electrical and parts services for the city’s vehicles.
• Implement procedures, systems and controls to regulate work sequences and requirements.
• Direct and control key deliverables of the automotive mechanical and electrical workshop.
• Disseminate functional information on current activities, proposed actions, problems and constraints.
• Manage procedural, administrative and operating deadlines associated with the workshop function.

Required profile

• Diploma (NQF Level 6) or equivalent in Transportation, Fleet Management, Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Valid motor vehicle driving licence.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience.
• Computer literacy.
• Preferred: Degree (NQF Level 7) or equivalent in Transportation, Fleet Management or a related discipline.
• Preferred: Minimum 6 years of relevant experience.

What we offer

• Pension scheme.
• 13th month cheque.
• Medical aid.
• Housing subsidy.
• Loco allowance.
• Potential car allowance and market allowance under the Scarce Skills Policy.