Overview
Workshop Manager Jobs in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa at ExecutivePlacements.com
Title: Workshop Manager
Company: ExecutivePlacements.com
Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Workshop Manager
Recruiter:
Jobs 4 All
Job Ref:
JHB000254/AM
Date posted:
Tuesday, March 31, 2026
Location:
Durban, South Africa
SUMMARY:
Workshop Manager / Director
Durban, South Africa
Senior Leadership Role | Manufacturing Operations
Purpose:
Lead planning, production, and day-to-day operations of manufacturing business; manage a high-capacity gear manufacturer serving mining, construction, and agricultural industries globally.
POSITION INFO:
Role:
- Approx. 70% on the factory shop floor, requiring strong technical background
- Managing :100 staff members
- Overseeing 2-shift operations
- Reporting to Directors with high autonomy
Machinery & Operations:
- 22 CNC mills/lathes
- 4 CNC gear grinders
- 22 gear shapers/cutters
- 20 hobbing machines
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee daily workshop operations and production flow
- Ensure correct job allocation across machines
- Maintain adherence to manufacturing procedures
- Work closely with production, maintenance, and logistics teams
- Troubleshoot technical issues on the shop floor
- Engage with customers on production challenges or delays
- Ensure accurate job card completion
- Maintain high housekeeping standards
- Enforce health and safety compliance
