Deputy Workshop Manager

Req ID: 280511 Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers Position Overview/Summary

This position is responsible for assisting & providing leadership and direction to the Service Centre personnel.
The Deputy Workshop Manager works closely with the Repair Centre Manager to ensure Siemens goals and objectives are met and accomplished.
This position is also responsible for setting strategies to grow the Services business.

Responsibilities and Duties Safety, Quality, and the Environment:

Responsible for creating a safe and friendly work environment
Responsible for ensuring quality and safety companywide and ensuring environmental policies are being followed by all personnel
Works safely and adheres to all policies and procedures
Responsible to attend and participate in all safety meetings
Responsible for completing Safety Reporting (i.e.: BBAs), ensuring Services Team completes required Safety Reporting, and correcting any safety concerns observed
Understands and adheres to the Siemens safety culture and environment
Responsible for supporting Services Team by understanding processes and provide training on job flow processes and systems
Ensures Services Team is following proper processes and procedures in completion of work
Coordinates manpower for the Repair Centre including shop personnel and support personnel
Manages tracking of project execution schedule
Identifies new equipment requirements to improve efficiency and AFE creation
Responsible for ensuring Services Team follows local and corporate policies and procedures
Evaluates shop assessments and ensuresĀ  and Workshop Technicians are completing appropriate paperwork
Responsible for tracking on-time deliveries and ensuring client quality specifications are being adhered to
Responsible for understanding of the margins and expectations of the different product lines
Responsible for the liaison with clients and SiemensĀ  and is directly involved in improving relationships with customers as needed
Responsible for ensuring communication on technical requirements of repairs are of high standard and meeting both internal and external customer needs
Involved directly in Client discussions, as required
Facilitates quality and safety discussions with clients.

Position Qualifications (Required and Preferred) Required:

Bachelor’s degree minimum, preferably in a Mechanical Engineering discipline or related field
5 years of related industry experience required
Computer knowledge (Word, Excel, MS Office, Explorer, and Adobe Acrobat)
Familiarity and experience with reciprocating, rotating equipment and gas turbineĀ  repairs is an advantage
Strong interpersonal skills
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Strong decision making skills with the ability to make difficult decisions
Familiar with invoicing practices with an understanding of margins and quoting

Preferred:

Excellent customer liaison and relationship skills
Ability to empower and motivate staff
Excellent performance management skills

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