Workshop Manager

The workshop Manager will be in charge of Planning, co-ordination and control of all production processes, including the management of human and material resources in the workshop.

Main Responsibilities

• Planning & Production
• Team and Performance Management
• Technical Support
• Process Control
• Quality control
• Managing and Maintenance and repair work
• Manpower development and training

Required Qualifications

• MBA/Bachelor of Science
• Bachelor of Science in Wood Technology
• MBA in any Business related field

At least 7 years experience in a similar industry in a management position.

If you qualify please apply directly to mycv @ myjobseye.com

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Homegrown Jobs in Kenya: Workshop Manager

About the Company

Homegrown is a market leader in the production and processing of flowers and vegetables for export and as part of the larger Flamingo Group their added value products supply markets in the UK, Europe and USA.

Flamingo is part of Finlays, one of the largest agricultural organizations in East Africa and a wholly owned subsidiary of the Swire Group, the largest privately owned company in the UK.

The Job

Based at our Timau Region, the Workshop Manager will mainly be responsible for the general management of the workshop team and maintenance of a wide variety of vehicles and equipment.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

Following up on all workshop issues
Co-ordinating all planning, scheduling and achieving of deadlines within the workshop
Maintaining and implementing checks and servicing of all vehicles and equipment
Monitoring and maintaining regional transport fleet
Managing all staff allocation, overtime and leave schedules
Providing weekly and monthly reports
Ensuring that all health, safety and environmental standards are met
Required Competences/Qualifications

A degree in Mechanical Engineering or Equivalent.
5 years supervisory experience, 3 years of which must have been gained in a busy workshop
Proven track record of producing detailed, accurate reports
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
Successful track record in resource planning and deployment
Ability to provide technical knowledge and hands on expertise
Excellent communication skills across different work levels
Strong team work, organizational competence and ability to multi-task
Attention to detail when obtaining and relaying information
If you fulfill the above requirements and wish to be considered, please send your detailed CV and copies of certificates and testimonials together with a daytime telephone contact to reach the undersigned not later than 30th October 2009.

Human Resources Director,
Homegrown (K) Limited,
Nairobi Business Park, Unit B,
P.O box 10222-00400, Nairobi.
careers.homegrown @ f-h.biz

Those who will not have heard from us by 1st December 2009 should consider their applications unsuccessful.

Finlays - Homegrown (K) Ltd is an equal opportunity employer.

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Business Planning and Workforce Manager

We are pleased to announce the following vacancy within the Customer Care Division. In keeping with our current business needs, we are looking for a person who meets the criteria indicated below:

Business Planning and Workforce Manager

RF: CCS- OCT09-BPWM

Reporting to the Head of Contact Center Support Department, you will be required to provide support to the Call Centre department through analysis, monitoring and reporting of the Division’s cost centres and manage the Customer Care Representative Productivity optimization through effective and efficient workforce and workload planning.

Key Responsibilities

Analyze all departmental cost centers, validating all entries and highlighting all errors for corrections to be made;
Participate in all budget review exercise and ensure that all entries are accurate;
Prepare reports on expenditures and highlight trends on budget expenditures and provide recommendations on improvements in efficiency within each cost centre
Oversee the development and implementation of effective workload forecasting and shift scheduling for Call Center and Contact Center Support
Ensure on-time generation of reports on productivity and occupancy, staffing, adherence to schedule and leave for all sections working on shift
Ensure consistent tracking of schedule adherence to shift schedule, forecast workload and implement immediate recovery actions where required
Prepare reports on Customer Care Representative performance, productivity and occupancy;
Carry out statistical trend analysis making recommendations for workforce optimization;
Prepare cost analysis including staffing requirements, call volume analysis and financial justification for new systems, processes, products or services to meet timelines for implementation or launch;
Effectively manage staff and resources allocated through effective monitoring of performance.
Minimum requirements

An honors degree from a recognized university in finance, accounting, economics, mathematics or any other related field;
Post graduate degree will be an added advantage;
Must have had at least 4 years experience in business planning and workforce management in a blue chip company;
Experience in workload forecasting, shift scheduling and performance analysis in a large Call Centre would be preferred;
Experience in preparing, monitoring and reviewing budgets and costing;
Advanced Ms Office suite skills.
If you feel that you are up to the challenge and possess the necessary qualification and experience please send your resume with your cell phone contact indicating your experience and why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title and job reference to the address below.

Deadline for application is 14th October 2009.

The Resourcing Manager,

Safaricom Ltd,

Via email to: hr@safaricom.co.ke

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Workshop Manager Job Vacancy: Abson Motors

Job Title:- Workshop Manager
Reporting To:- Branch Manager
Duty Stationed:- Nairobi
Date:- 2nd March 2009

Key task

Provide efficient supervision to the mechanic, manage the resources within the workshop and retaining our customer by ensure provision of high quality service.

Task

• Plan and prepare work schedule for mechanics and monitor them.
• Monitor all Mechanics and improve productivity.
• Induct new mechanics
• Train new mechanics to improve their technical skill.
• Prepare Spare parts Requisition as per Job Card
• Ensure the company safety standards are adhered to within the department
• Maintain a list of all company assets/equipment used for work within the department.
• Ensure availability of all company assets/equipment used for work within the department.
• Receive complains from customers and immediately assign mechanics to get solutions for the same.
• Preparing and submitting weekly Service Information Report to the Branch Manager.
• Monthly Service Information Report to the General Manager by the first week of every month.
• Keeping the management informed of any difficult events experienced within the department.
• Take full responsibility of all duties assigned to you.

Requirements

• Diploma in motor vehicle mechanic
• Should have managerial skills
• Not less than 5 years working experience in the same capacity.
• Capable to work with minimal supervision.
• Good communication and organization skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and lead a team.
• Computer knowledge is a must.

Applicants should forward their applications to the
Human Resources Manager e-mail address;- hr @ absonmotors.com,

P.O. Box 83692 -80100
Mombasa, enclosing copies of academic and professional certificates, a curriculum vitae, names of three referees including e-mail address and telephone contacts not later that not later than 13th March 2009.

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