Automotive Service Manager, Umtata / Mthatha, Eastern Cape.

Automotive Service Manager / MTHATHA – Our client is recruiting for a Service Manager to oversee the full Operations of the Service Department to ensure compliance with quality standards. Must either be currently residing in Mthatha or willing to relocate.

Minimum Requirements: Grade 12. Minimum 2 years motor vehicle technical experience. A thorough understanding of basic business financials. Proven track record in maintaining sound processes, controls and systems.

Strong Communication skills to effectively interact with clients, identify their requirements and facilitate the process. Strong Management skill with the ability to manager +- 30 employees, coordinate and direct the activities of the division to ensure efficient work operations.

Strong Customer Relation skills. Ability to handle a highly pressurized environment. Must have valid code 08 Driver’s license. Duties will include. Oversee the full operations within the Service Division. Build strong Customer relations. Oversee the inspection of automobiles.

Supervise the activities of automotive service technicians to ensure efficient job performance and timely repairs. Conduct price negotiations with clients. Oversee the hiring and training of an effective auto service team. Maintain accurate record of all accounts and relevant financial information. Monitor inventory to regulate and ensure availability of required vehicle parts.

Ensure automotive service staff comply with environmental laws and regulations. Oversee the procurement of vehicle parts, automotive equipment and various other items required in the service department. Evaluate the performance of automotive service staff in order to acknowledge efficient employees and guide under-performing staff.

Oversee the disposal of wastes such as used engine oil, soot to ensure adherence to health and safety laws. Assign and schedule work duties to auto service staff according to their skills. Salary: R30 – R35k (negotiable based on experience) + benefits.

Application Process: Please apply online or e-mail your CV with the "Job Title" in the subject heading ensure you attach a recent head and shoulder photo to your application

If you don’t hear from us within 3 weeks of your application, please consider your application unsuccessful

Additional Info: 2 to 5 years. Salary: RR30000 to R35000.

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