Assistant Workshop Manager

Company: Delta Gulf General Transport
Position: Assistant Workshop Manager
Employment Type: Full-Time
Location: UAE
Experience Required: 5+ Years
Department: Fleet Maintenance / Workshop

Job Summary

Delta Gulf General Transport is seeking an experienced Assistant Workshop Manager with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in vehicle workshop and fleet maintenance operations.

The successful candidate will assist the Workshop Manager in managing daily workshop activities, supervising technicians, coordinating vehicle maintenance and repairs, monitoring workshop performance, and ensuring that company vehicles are maintained to high standards of safety, reliability, and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Workshop Manager in the day-to-day management of workshop operations.
• Supervise and coordinate mechanics, electricians, tyre technicians, auto denters, and other workshop staff.
• Allocate daily repair and maintenance jobs to technicians based on priority and expertise.
• Plan and monitor preventive and corrective maintenance for company vehicles.
• Ensure vehicles are serviced and repaired according to scheduled maintenance requirements.
• Monitor the progress and quality of repair jobs and ensure timely completion.
• Inspect completed work and ensure vehicles are safe and roadworthy before release.
• Assist with troubleshooting and diagnosis of mechanical and technical problems.
• Review and verify job cards, inspection reports, maintenance records, and repair reports.
• Coordinate closely with the Transport/Operations Department regarding vehicle availability and maintenance schedules.
• Monitor workshop spare parts, tools, equipment, and consumables.
• Coordinate with stores and procurement teams to ensure required spare parts are available.
• Help control workshop expenses, repair costs, and vehicle downtime.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records for the company's fleet.
• Ensure all workshop personnel follow company procedures, safety regulations, and PPE requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workshop environment.
• Report major mechanical problems, delays, accidents, and maintenance issues to the Workshop Manager.
• Assist in training, supervising, and evaluating workshop personnel.
• Support internal and external vehicle inspections when required.
• Perform other duties assigned by the Workshop Manager or management.

Requirements

• Minimum 5+ years of relevant experience in automotive workshop, fleet maintenance, or commercial vehicle maintenance.
• Previous experience in a supervisory or senior workshop position is required.
• Experience with trucks, buses, trailers, heavy vehicles, and commercial fleet vehicles is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of vehicle mechanical systems, preventive maintenance, and repair procedures.
• Good understanding of vehicle diagnostics and troubleshooting.
• Experience supervising mechanics and other workshop technicians.
• Ability to plan and prioritize multiple repair and maintenance jobs.
• Knowledge of workshop tools, equipment, spare parts, and maintenance procedures.
• Experience maintaining fleet maintenance records and job cards.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet maintenance deadlines.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and quality.
• UAE/GCC workshop experience is an advantage.
• Valid UAE driving licence is preferred.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Automotive Technology, or a related field.
• ITI or recognized technical qualification in automotive/mechanical maintenance may be considered with substantial relevant experience.
• Additional certification or training in fleet management, workshop management, vehicle diagnostics, or heavy vehicle maintenance is an advantage.

Preferred Technical Skills

• Heavy vehicle and fleet maintenance
• Preventive and corrective maintenance
• Mechanical troubleshooting and diagnostics
• Workshop planning and scheduling
• Team supervision and staff management
• Vehicle inspection and quality control
• Spare parts and inventory coordination
• Maintenance documentation and reporting
• Workshop cost and downtime management
• Health and safety procedures
• Computerized maintenance management systems

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: AED5,000.00 - AED10,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person