Workshop Manager
Posted on:
5 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced and results-oriented Workshop Manager to lead our fleet maintenance operations. The successful candidate will oversee day-to-day workshop activities ensure operational excellence maximize technician productivity maintain high service quality and deliver an outstanding customer experience. This role requires a strong leader with extensive UAE automotive experience who can effectively manage workshop operations optimize resources improve profitability and ensure maximum fleet uptime for our corporate customers.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and oversee the daily operations of the workshop to ensure efficient workflow and timely vehicle delivery.
- Lead mentor and supervise technicians service advisors and workshop personnel.
- Plan schedule and allocate work based on workshop capacity technician skills and customer priorities.
- Monitor technician productivity workshop efficiency and utilization to achieve operational KPIs.
- Ensure all repairs and maintenance activities meet manufacturer standards and company quality requirements.
- Implement preventive maintenance programs to minimize vehicle downtime.
- Manage customer relationships and resolve service-related issues professionally.
- Monitor workshop costs and improve operational profitability.
- Coordinate with procurement and inventory teams to ensure timely availability of spare parts and consumables.
- Ensure compliance with health safety environmental and company policies.
- Monitor workshop performance through digital dashboards and management reports.
- Ensure Service Level Agreements (SLAs) are consistently achieved for fleet customers.
- Drive continuous process improvements and support the adoption of digital workshop and fleet management solutions.
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of UAE experience managing an automotive workshop or fleet maintenance operation (mandatory).
- Valid UAE Driving License (mandatory).
- Active UAE Residence Visa.
- Strong technical knowledge of passenger vehicles and light commercial vehicles.
- Proven experience leading workshop teams and managing day-to-day operations.
- Demonstrated ability to improve workshop productivity efficiency quality and profitability.
- Experience with Workshop Management Systems (WMS) Fleet Management Software (FMS) or similar digital platforms.
- Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office and workshop management software.
- Excellent leadership planning communication negotiation and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work under pressure while managing multiple priorities.
- Fluent in English; Arabic is an advantage.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Workshop productivity and efficiency Technician utilization Vehicle turnaround time (TAT) First-Time Fix Rate (FTFR) Fleet vehicle uptime Customer Satisfaction (CSAT) SLA compliance Workshop profitability Cost control Health/safety/quality compliance.
Benefits
- Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
- Medical insurance provided.
- Visa sponsorship after successful probation.
- One day off per week.
- Opportunity to work with one of the UAEs leading fleet technology and maintenance companies.
- Career growth within a fast-growing and innovative organization.
Required Skills:
Workshop productivity and efficiency Technician utilization Vehicle turnaround time (TAT) First-Time Fix Rate (FTFR) Fleet vehicle uptime Customer Satisfaction (CSAT) SLA compliance Workshop profitability Cost control Health/safety/quality compliance.