Job Purpose

• The ideal candidate will lead by example, with the ability to effectively work with and supervise tyre fitters. They should be capable of handling administrative tasks, delivering exceptional customer service, and demonstrating a strong willingness to learn and enhance their managerial skills and knowledge. This position will be based at Otraco.
• Otraco Southern Africa is a key part of Bridgestone’s strategy to enhance mobility solutions and tyre-centric services across all market segments. As part of Bridgestone’s initiative to improve these services, the company recognized a need for specific mining services and enhancements within the mining sector. The acquisition of Otraco Southern Africa, with its expertise in tyre management systems, creates a valuable opportunity to expand and strengthen Bridgestone’s mobility solutions in this important market.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure that tyre fitters comply with the Otraco Management System (OMS) policies, procedures, and instructions.
• Lead tyre fitters to perform tyre fitting and workshop maintenance tasks efficiently, safely, and cost-effectively.
• Prioritize and direct personnel to perform tyre fitting and workshop maintenance tasks in the most efficient, safe, and cost-effective manner.
• Perform corrective action requests from auditors.
• Mount and strip any type of tyre and wheel/rim assembly according to established procedures.
• Lead tyre fitters in maintaining a high level of service quality to clients.
• Assess subordinates to analyse competence and identify training gaps (e.g., through Planned Task Observations).
• Ensure that all personnel work safely and adhere to Occupational Health and Safety Procedures.
• Ensure that all personnel comply with site “lock-out” / “tag-out” procedures.

Qualifications & Experience Required

• Grade 12 National Senior Certificate.
• A valid driver’s license (Code 08).

Experience (years):

• Three years of Earthmover tyre fitting experience.

Skills:

• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• A solid understanding of the working mechanisms of the tools or machinery being handled.
• Responsible for the maintenance of equipment.
• Strong supervisory skills with a keen attention to detail