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Workshop Manager Jobs in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa at ExecutivePlacements.com
Title: Workshop Manager
Company: ExecutivePlacements.com
Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Workshop Manager
Recruiter:
Dante Personnel
Job Ref:
GSt001308/DR-GS
Date posted:
Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Location:
Tanzania, South Africa
Salary:
R990 000 CTC
SUMMARY:
WORKSHOP MANAGER
Africa, Southern Tanzania
R85 500 CTC (Housing, Relocation Allowance, Medical Insurance, Phone Allowance)
Our client in the agri sector is looking for a Workshop Manager to oversee all engineering, workshop, and infrastructure functions at a large-scale agricultural operation based in the Southern Highlands of Tanzania
POSITION INFO:
Minimum requirements:
- Matric
- Qualified Mechanic or Engineer (Agricultural, Mechanical, Vehicle, Machinery or related field)
- Proven experience in engineering and workshop management, preferably within agriculture or heavy equipment environments
- Strong understanding of machinery, vehicle, irrigation and infrastructure maintenance
- Experience managing staff, including recruitment, training, supervision and labour relations
- Working knowledge of Tanzanian labour laws, health & safety standards and statutory compliance
- Budgeting, cost control, and basic accounting knowledge
- Strong organisational, multitasking and problem-solving skills
- High attention to detail and ability to prioritise work under operational pressure
- IT literate, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital maintenance and inventory systems
- Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively within a culturally diverse workforce
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide technical advice and engineering support to company management and farm operations
- Oversee maintenance, servicing and repair of all vehicles, machinery, and equipment
- Ensure accurate recordkeeping and documentation for servicing, maintenance and compliance
- Manage maintenance and repair of all buildings and infrastructure, including housing, offices, dams, water systems, roads, airstrips and electrical supplies
- Oversee installation and maintenance of irrigation systems and associated infrastructure
- Manage and supervise building and construction projects
- Procure spare parts, tools and building materials and manage inventory levels
- Recruit, train, supervise and mentor technicians and workshop staff
- Manage employee relations, performance, training and staff welfare initiatives
- Control workshop budgets, monitor costs and identify efficiencies
- Ensure compliance with labour laws, health & safety regulations and company policies
- Prepare for and manage audits, inspections and statutory reporting requirements
Consultant: Rene Otte – Dante Personnel Greenstone
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