Assistant Workshop Supervisor Job

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Role Accountabilities

• Receive and verify deliveries of supplies, tools, materials, and equipment, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation.
• Plan, coordinate, and supervise day-to-day operations on the workshop floor.
• Ensure all company vehicles are properly maintained, serviced, and repaired to required standards.
• Maintain a high level of cleanliness, organization, and safety within the workshop and surrounding areas.
• Ensure all workshop documents, records, and maintenance logs are accurate, up to date, and properly filed.
• Prepare all company vehicles in a timely manner for annual general police inspections.
• Allocate tasks and duties to workshop staff and provide day-to-day supervision.
• Oversee and participate in vehicle repair and maintenance work, ensuring vehicles are safe, reliable, and compliant with legal requirements.
• Maintain accurate records for vehicles and equipment to support efficiency and accountability.
• Ensure specialized tools and equipment are readily available and in good working condition.
• Inspect and approve all parts for purchase, ensuring they are genuine, fit for use, and durable.
• Enforce safe working practices and ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations.
• Identify and report any additional vehicle defects beyond those listed on job cards.
• Report recurring vehicle problems to support continuous improvement.
• Report any factors delaying work and promptly move to the next scheduled task.
• Attend to on-road breakdowns promptly to reduce downtime.
• Respond quickly to road accidents involving company trucks, including recovery and temporary repairs.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness across the workshop, vehicles, and tools.

Qualifications, Education and Skills requirements:

• At least 5 years of proven experience in vehicle maintenance, mechanical repair, and workshop supervision.
• Hands-on experience working with Actros trucks is mandatory.
• Experience with heavy commercial vehicles is mandatory.
• Diploma or Degree in Automotive Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve mechanical issues efficiently.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and compliance standards.

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How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: hr@irm.co.ke using the position as subject of email.