Technical Manager

SABOT invites suitably qualified candidates to apply for the Technical Manager position reporting to the Managing Director of SABOT Group. The ideal candidate will be required to plan, manage, organize and oversee commercial fleet maintenance throughout the Group.

Disclaimer:

NB.: These roles are not open to agencies or recruiters. Any CV submitted by a third party will be treated as a direct application.

Should you not receive any feedback after 14 days of closing please consider your application unsuccessful.

Responsibilities and KPI’S

The role focuses on strategic, operational, and technical leadership of fleet maintenance across workshops based in the DRC, Zambia and South Africa.

Key responsibilities include:

• Strategy & Planning: Develop, implement, and manage fleet maintenance strategies aligned with organizational goals. Oversee budgets (Opex & Capex) and ensure cost control.
• Fleet Management: Oversee preventative maintenance and running repairs to minimize downtime and develop in-house fleet maintenance capabilities in line with OEM standards.
• Reports: Ensure daily, weekly and monthly reports are compiled and sent out for operational and finance management controls.
• Operations & Compliance: Standardize practices, ensure legal and HSEC compliance, coordinate safety programs, conduct inspections, and support accident investigations.
• Stakeholder Management: Build and manage internal and external relationships to support service delivery and customer satisfaction.
• Performance Management: Lead the department, drive productivity and efficiency, eliminate waste, manage change initiatives, and ensure continuous improvement.
• People Development: Promote teamwork, manage performance, implement development plans, and coach team members to ensure skills growth and knowledge transfer.

Qualifications and experience:

• Certified Motor Vehicle Mechanic (Class 1)
• Diploma in Automotive Engineering
• 10+ years in fleet management / road transportation industry
• MS Office
• Working knowledge of Health and Safety legislation as well as Motor Trade Act

Knowledge & Skills:

• Analytical
• Negotiation
• Interpersonal
• Conflict management
• Business acumen
• Decision-making and problem solving
• Managerial knowledge
• Ability to manage a team
• HR processes and procedures
• Ability to influence
• Emotional intelligence and maturity
• Leadership