Head of Workshop – Strategic Fleet Maintenance Leader

About the role

The Head of Workshop provides strategic and operational leadership for the company's workshop function, ensuring the transport fleet and related equipment are maintained safely, reliably, and cost‑effectively. This senior position drives continuous improvement, aligns maintenance activities with business goals, and reports directly to senior management.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement a workshop and fleet maintenance strategy aligned with corporate objectives.
• Establish and enforce group‑wide maintenance policies, SOPs, and technical standards for mechanical, electrical, and fleet activities.
• Define, monitor, and report on KPIs such as fleet availability, downtime, cost efficiency, safety, and productivity.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and CAPEX planning for tools, equipment, and workshop infrastructure.
• Oversee preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance of tractors, trucks, trailers, and associated equipment.
• Drive reduction of fleet downtime through proactive planning, root‑cause analysis, and continuous improvement.
• Manage overall maintenance cost structure, negotiate with vendors, and ensure SLA compliance.
• Provide leadership to workshop managers, supervisors, and technical teams, fostering a high‑performance, safety‑driven culture.
• Control spare parts, tools, consumables, and workshop assets, ensuring effective stock management.

Required profile

• Proven senior leadership experience in workshop or fleet maintenance management.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical maintenance practices for transport fleets.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute maintenance strategies and policies.
• Experience managing budgets, CAPEX projects, and vendor relationships.
• Track record of improving safety, compliance, and operational efficiency.
• Excellent analytical and reporting skills for senior‑level decision making.

Required skills

• Mechanical maintenance expertise
• Electrical maintenance expertise
• Fleet management and OEM specification compliance
• Safety and regulatory standards implementation
• Budgeting and cost‑optimization techniques

What we offer

• Strategic leadership role with significant impact on company operations.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous improvement initiatives.