Workshop Manager (Vehicle Maintenance) at Ekesons Transport

Ekesons Transport - We operate bus transportation services according to accepted international standards of road transportation. Our services are specially designed for distinguished travelers who would otherwise use air service.

We are recruiting to fill the positions below:

Job Title: Workshop Manager (Vehicle Maintenance)

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions.
• Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Removes defective parts by dismantling devices; using hoists, cranes, and hand and power tools; examining form and texture of parts
• Determines changes in dimensional requirements of parts by inspecting used parts; using rules, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments.
• Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments by using hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, and straightedges.
• Controls downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive maintenance techniques; monitoring compliance.
• Fabricates repair parts by using machine shop instrumentation and equipment
• Maintains equipment, parts, and supplies inventories by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed equipment, parts, and supplies; placing and expediting orders; verifying receipt.
• Conserves maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
• Provides mechanical maintenance information by answering questions and requests.
• Prepares mechanical maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing technical publications; establishing personal networks.
• Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Requirements

• A Post-secondary Degree / Diploma and or related experience in heavy duty maintenance. Understanding equipment mining and shop scheduling.
• 5 to 10 years of maintenance related experience is an asset.
• Have a good understanding of maintenance facility flow along with a strong understanding of parts inventory flow, systems and supplier base specifics, to mine utility equipment and winches and tuggers.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skill.

Application Closing Date
22nd September, 2023.