Description

Wine Machinery, a leading supplier of wine barrels, oak alternatives, and winemaking equipment, is looking for a Workshop Manager to join our team. With over 30 years of servicing the wine industry, we are seeking a knowledgeable, team-oriented individual to support our workshop operations.

The ideal candidate is an ambitious, target-driven individual with strong leadership and organisational skills, who enjoys interacting with a wide variety of people. As Workshop Manager, you will oversee workshop operations, coordinate staff and production schedules, ensure quality control, and maintain
efficient service delivery within the wine industry equipment sector, including wine-related equipment, barrels, and oak alternatives.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

Managing and supervising workshop staff
Overseeing quality control processes
Managing stock control and stock takes
Assisting with sales and customer service
Coordinating dispatch and logistics
Supervising manufacturing operations
Performing fitter and turning duties
Conducting minor machine servicing and maintenance
Ensuring compliance with health and safety standards
Overseeing general building maintenance
Monitoring and recording water and electricity readings

Essential qualifications, skills, and experience:

A relevant tertiary qualification will be advantageous
Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in a workshop management or technical role
Knowledge of the wine industry, winemaking equipment, and machinery is essential
Strong staff management and leadership skills
Fully bilingual (Afrikaans & English)
Valid driver’s license
Excellent customer service and communication skills
Strong organisational, problem-solving, and time management abilities

Please send your resume/CV