Foreman – Heavy Trucks, Tippers & Bulkers

Overview Job Purpose : The Workshop Foreman is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the workshop, ensuring efficient maintenance and repair of heavy trucks, tippers, and bulkers. This role involves supervising a team of technicians, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and implementing preventive and corrective maintenance practices to minimize downtime and maximize fleet performance.

Responsibilities

Workshop Operations & Supervision

Supervise and coordinate the activities of technicians and mechanics in the workshop.

Allocate work assignments based on skills, workload, and priority.

Ensure timely and accurate diagnosis, repair, and maintenance of heavy vehicles and equipment.

Implement preventive and corrective maintenance schedules to reduce breakdowns.

Monitor and maintain workshop equipment and tools to ensure proper functionality.

Technical Support & Troubleshooting

Provide hands-on technical support in diagnosing mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and trailer issues.

Guide technicians on complex repair jobs and ensure quality workmanship.

Review completed jobs to ensure they meet manufacturer and company standards.

Planning & Coordination

Plan daily and weekly maintenance schedules for fleet vehicles.

Coordinate with operations and logistics teams to minimize vehicle downtime.

Manage spare parts requests and ensure availability of essential components.

Minimum Qualifications & Requirements

Diploma or Degree in

Mechanical / Automotive Engineering

or equivalent technical qualification.

5–7 years of hands-on experience

in heavy trucks, tippers, and bulkers maintenance and repair.

Minimum

2–3 years in a supervisory or foreman role

within a workshop environment.

Strong knowledge of

mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic systems , and trailer / bulker mechanisms.

Familiarity with

preventive and corrective maintenance

procedures.

Knowledge of workshop tools, equipment, and

safety practices .

Basic computer literacy (MS Office, maintenance management systems).

Strong leadership and team management skills.

Valid driving license ( Heavy Vehicle license preferred ).

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