Workshop Officer at AMO Farm Sieberer Hatchery Limited

Job Purpose

• Manage the workshop's daily operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, maintaining equipment, fostering a productive, collaborative work environment and ensuring workshop goals are achieved

Roles and Responsibilities
Workshop Management:

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the workshop, including scheduling, resource allocation, and workflow management.
• Ensure timely completion of assigned tasks, projects, and repairs while maintaining quality standards.
• Regularly inspect the workshop area to identify potential hazards and address safety concerns promptly.
• Provide oversight and check job estimates to ensure jobs are done in a cost-saving manner
• Responsible for job allocation and job flow in the workshop including job scheduling and labour allocation for day-to-day operations.
• Act as a technical adviser on key projects and other areas of the business as requested.

Equipment Maintenance:

• Coordinate and manage regular maintenance and repair of workshop tools, machinery, and equipment.
• Ensure that all workshop equipment is in excellent working condition and adheres to safety standards.

Inventory and Supplies:

• Maintain an updated inventory of workshop tools, spare parts, and supplies.
• Coordinate with the procurement department to ensure the availability of necessary materials and equipment.
• Develop and implement systems to record, file and store information pertaining to workshop activities.

Safety and Compliance:

• Enforce strict adherence to safety guidelines and best practices in the workshop.
• Promote a culture of safety awareness and accident prevention among workshop employees.

Team Management:

• Lead and motivate a team of workshop technicians and workers to achieve organizational goals.
• Provide guidance and support to employees to enhance their performance and professional growth.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain accurate records of workshop activities, equipment maintenance, and inventory.
• Regularly report progress on each job and quickly communicate delays or concerns with the head of the fleet on manpower overruns or shortfalls.
• Provide feedback to staff that are not performing to the expected level and ensure human resources are informed of trends in performance through the head of the Fleet

Training and Development:

• Organize and conduct training sessions for workshop staff on new techniques, tools, and best practices.
• Develop training programs to enhance the skills and knowledge of workshop employees

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Technology, or a related field.
• Proven experience (at least 3 years) in workshop management and coordination, preferably in the poultry or agricultural industry

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Strong technical knowledge of workshop tools, machinery, and equipment.
• Knowledge of safety protocols and regulations related to workshop operations.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Leadership and team management abilities with a track record of motivating and inspiring teams.
• Problem-solving skills to address challenges and find effective solutions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with various teams and stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities to completion with tight timelines
• Business planning and analysis
• Strong communication (verbal and written) skills
• People and time management

Expected Behavioral Competencies:

• Resourcefulness
• Dependability
• Passion
• Integrity
• Promptness
• Accountability
• Image/brand representation of the company