The Foreman at Jetour Paarden Eiland, part of Multifranchise Cape Town, is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the service department, ensuring that work is completed efficiently, accurately, and to the high standards set by the dealership and manufacturer. The Foreman will lead a team of technicians and service advisors, providing guidance, training, and support as needed.
Qualifications and Experience
Minimum Qualifications and Experience Needed:
- Qualified Technician
- Must have workshop Foreman experience
- Jetour experience advantageous
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a service technician, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role
- Strong technical knowledge of vehicle diagnostics and repair procedures
- Excellent leadership and communication skills
- Ability to prioritise tasks and work in a fast-paced environment
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
Key Responsibilities
The responsibilities of the Foreman include, but are not limited to:
- Recruit, hire, and motivate qualified service technicians
- Assist technicians in developing their skills
- Understand, keep abreast of, and comply with all regulations affecting service operations, including hazardous waste disposal and OHSA regulations
- Ensure compliance with manufacturer warranty and policy procedures
- Ensure all department employees receive appropriate manufacturer training
- Conduct regular performance reviews for technicians in accordance with dealership guidelines
- Ensure repairs are assigned fairly and efficiently
- Provide technical support to technicians when necessary
- Ensure repairs are charged out correctly
- Monitor the progress of repair orders throughout the day
- Maintain high-quality service repairs and minimise comebacks
- Conduct spot checks on completed jobs for quality and thoroughness
- Road test vehicles to quality-check work performed
- Ensure all documents are processed accurately and correctly
- Maintain customer follow-up programmes to confirm satisfaction with the service experience
- Handle customer complaints within 24 hours and escalate where necessary
- Manage department performance using daily operating controls, productivity reports, warranty reports, surveys, and monthly forecasts
- Monitor technician productivity and payroll records
- Ensure workshop cleanliness, safety, and equipment maintenance
- Ensure proper care and inventory of special tools
- Recommend new equipment and tools where necessary
- Assist as Service Advisor or Dispatcher when required
- Attend management meetings as requested
- Promote teamwork and harmony within the department and across the dealership
- Maintain a safe and professional work environment
- Perform additional tasks as assigned
Why Join Us?
If you are passionate about the automotive industry and have a proven track record in workshop and service management, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to join Multifranchise Cape Town’s Jetour team in Paarden Eiland.