Automotive Repairs & Maintenance Manager

About the role

The Automotive Repairs & Maintenance Manager will lead the repair and preventive maintenance programme for the company’s fleet and construction equipment based in Mai Mahiu. The role focuses on ensuring equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, and supporting safe operations across all sites.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise all repairs and preventive maintenance activities for the fleet and heavy equipment.
• Plan, schedule, and monitor maintenance programmes to meet operational targets.
• Manage workshop personnel, maintain accurate maintenance records, and ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Coordinate spare‑parts requirements with Procurement and Stores.
• Track maintenance costs and propose continuous‑improvement initiatives.

Required profile

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Automotive Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years’ supervisory experience in vehicle repairs and maintenance.
• Proven ability to lead a team of mechanics and technicians.
• Strong planning, problem‑solving, communication and organisational abilities.
• Computer literacy and experience preparing maintenance reports.

Required skills

• Vehicle diagnostics
• Vehicle repairs
• Preventive maintenance
• Fleet maintenance management
• Heavy mobile equipment maintenance (wheel loaders, excavators, drilling machines, tippers)
• Computer literacy for maintenance reporting