Key Output:

  • Leading a team of supervisors or related teams in providing effective Earthmoving equipment and component management solutions to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Relationship building with external and internal customers.
  • Proactively liaise with Principal to resolve problems and issues and build relationships going forward.
  • Hold monthly meetings with key customers to discuss issues and problems and ensure a good relationship.
  • Ensure all problems are dealt with as quickly as possible.
  • Open relationships conducive to collaborative problem solving.
  • Effective control of Work-in-Progress.

Qualification, Experience and Competencies

  • Qualified Artisan or Applicable Engineering Diploma / Degree or Qualified earthmoving equipment mechanic.
  • Minimum 3 years management experience in the customer interface.
  • Good knowledge of Earthmoving equipment and relevant industry.
  • Good communication (written, verbal and presentation) skills.
  • Effective negotiation skills, Willing to travel as and when required.
  • Ability to work independently, under pressure and meeting deadlines.
  • Show initiative by thinking creatively, High level of computer literacy (including relevant SAP).
  • Strong technical background from a mechanical engineering perspective.
  • Experience in managing warranty process, Financials for non-financial managers.
  • Exposure to business planning / budgeting processes, People management skills and experience.
  • Sound business communication skills (Negotiation; Presentation, etc.).