Garage Supervisor at Wisen HR Services

Location: Kikuyu

Job Summary: The incumbent of this position shall supervise the maintenance and repair of a variety of vehicles and is responsible for the operation of the entire garage.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervises and participates in making diagnoses of vehicles malfunctions and determines repairs needed.
• Coordinates and schedules the repair, maintenance, and servicing of vehicles and related equipment.
• Reviews repair orders and daily time reports to determine that production standards are met.
• In emergency situations, secures parts that cannot be obtained through regular channels.
• Dispatches personnel for and responds to emergency calls.
• Assists in the preparation of specifications for garage equipment and tools.
• Initiates requisitions for garage equipment, supplies, materials, and parts.
• Makes recommendations concerning bids for repairs, supplies, and parts.
• Keeps accurate records of work performed, supplies and materials expended, inventories, and accidents, including the estimated cost of repairs and related reports.
• Supervises online computer record systems related to vehicle maintenance, personnel data, and other miscellaneous data processing applications.
• Participates in the administration of employee performance evaluations and application of the progressive discipline process.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Experience and Qualifications

• Prior supervisory skills is a must.
• Diploma in Automotive Engineering.
• At least 3 years working experience.
• BCE Driver’s License (Current)
• Basic Computer Skills.
• Certificate of Good Conduct is a must.

Key Skills and Competencies:

• Substantial knowledge of vehicle repairs on various makes and models.
• Strong ability to manage an auto service staff.
• Familiar with automatic and manual transmission repairs.
• Ability to diagnose vehicle issues and present accurate estimates.
• Sound ability to articulate available services to customers.
• Impressive ability to motivate staff.
• Ability to work flexible schedules.

Compensation: 30,000.