Position: Workshop Superintendent

Department: Plantations
Location: Head Office – Ndola
Reports To: Director of Plantations

Job Purpose

To implement and coordinate all aspects of workshop maintenance and repair work to provide profitable, efficient, and reliable services at minimum cost.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

Budget & Expenditure Management

Prepare sectional annual budgets for approval.

Monitor expenditure to ensure it remains within limits.

Maintenance Planning & Supervision

Develop annual maintenance programs for all sections.

Supervise and control the execution of these programs to ensure maximum utilization of power and fleet with minimum downtime.

Complex Job Oversight

Supervise and carry out more complex jobs beyond the capability of subordinates.

Ensure prompt and quality completion of assignments.

Reporting

Prepare monthly technical operations reports and submit to the Director of Plantations.

Staff Motivation & Management

Motivate subordinates to achieve higher productivity.

Asset Management

Recommend and seek approval for write-offs of obsolete equipment and vehicles.

Other Duties

Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor from time to time.

Minimum Qualifications & Experience

Grade 12 School Certificate

Diploma in Mechanical Technology

At least 5 years’ experience as head of a workshop in a reputable firm

Knowledge & Skills

Strong understanding of light and heavy automotive equipment systems