Heavy Vehicle & Equipment Workshop Supervisor

About the role

About the Company

We are an established company with *19 years of experience in the UAE*, providing heavy equipment, machinery, maintenance, and related services.

We are looking for an experienced and hands-on *Heavy Vehicle & Equipment Workshop Supervisor* to oversee our workshop operations, maintenance team, and heavy vehicle/equipment fleet.

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that all vehicles and equipment are *properly maintained, safe, reliable, and available for daily operations*, while managing mechanics, coordinating repairs, controlling maintenance costs, and minimising equipment downtime.

This position requires a strong combination of *technical knowledge, workshop management, leadership, planning, and hands-on problem-solving skills*.

Key ResponsibilitiesWorkshop Management

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the heavy vehicle and equipment workshop.
• Supervise mechanics, technicians, and workshop helpers and ensure work is completed efficiently and to the required standard.
• Allocate daily repair, servicing, inspection, and maintenance jobs to mechanics according to priority and technician capability.
• Monitor the progress and quality of repair and maintenance work.
• Ensure workshop activities are properly planned and completed within agreed timelines.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe workshop environment.
• Ensure proper use, care, and maintenance of workshop tools, equipment, and machinery.

Heavy Vehicle & Equipment Maintenance

• Oversee the maintenance and repair of *heavy vehicles, construction equipment, trailers, and diesel-powered machinery*.
• Ensure preventive maintenance schedules are followed to reduce unexpected breakdowns and equipment downtime.
• Review and diagnose recurring mechanical problems and ensure appropriate corrective action is taken.
• Supervise major repairs, engine overhauls, transmission repairs, hydraulic repairs, and other heavy mechanical work.
• Ensure proper inspection of vehicles and equipment before they are released back into operation.
• Coordinate emergency breakdown repairs and recovery operations when required.
• Work closely with field mechanics when equipment requires on-site inspection or repair.

Technical Supervision

• Provide technical guidance to mechanics and technicians when troubleshooting difficult mechanical or hydraulic problems.
• Have a strong working knowledge of *diesel engines, transmissions, hydraulic systems, braking systems, suspension, steering, and other heavy vehicle components*.
• Be familiar with major equipment and engine brands such as *Caterpillar, Komatsu, JCB, Volvo, Hitachi, Hyundai, Doosan, Cummins, Kubota*, and similar brands.
• Review diagnostic findings and determine the appropriate repair or maintenance requirements.
• Verify that repairs are completed correctly before equipment is returned to service.
• Identify recurring failures and recommend solutions to improve equipment reliability.

Fleet & Operations Coordination

• Coordinate with operations, logistics, drivers, and management regarding vehicle and equipment availability.
• Plan maintenance schedules around operational requirements while minimising downtime.
• Monitor vehicle and equipment utilisation, service intervals, mileage/hours, and maintenance requirements.
• Ensure vehicles and equipment are available when required for daily operations.
• Investigate breakdowns and coordinate immediate repair, replacement, or recovery when necessary.
• Monitor driver-reported mechanical issues and ensure reported faults are properly inspected and addressed.

Parts, Costs & Inventory

• Coordinate with purchasing/stores to ensure required spare parts are available for scheduled and emergency repairs.
• Review parts requirements and avoid unnecessary or duplicate purchases.
• Monitor workshop expenses, repair costs, labour, and spare-parts usage.
• Help identify opportunities to reduce maintenance costs without compromising safety or quality.
• Ensure removed/replaced parts are properly identified and handled according to company procedures.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate records of:
• Preventive maintenance
• Repairs and breakdowns
• Vehicle/equipment service history
• Mileage and operating hours
• Spare parts used
• Workshop costs
• Inspections
• Vehicle and equipment availability
• Prepare regular reports for management regarding workshop performance, equipment condition, major repairs, breakdowns, and maintenance requirements.
• Track recurring breakdowns and recommend preventive measures.
• Ensure maintenance documentation is complete and up to date.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure all maintenance and repair work is performed according to company safety procedures and industry standards.
• Ensure vehicles and equipment are inspected and maintained in a safe operating condition.
• Ensure workshop staff use appropriate PPE and follow safe working practices.
• Promote a strong safety culture among mechanics, drivers, and workshop personnel.
• Ensure vehicles comply with applicable UAE roadworthiness, inspection, and transport requirements.

Qualifications & Requirements

• *Minimum 5–7 years of relevant experience* in heavy vehicle, heavy equipment, fleet, or workshop operations.
• Previous experience as a *Workshop Supervisor, Workshop Foreman, Fleet Supervisor, Senior Heavy Vehicle Mechanic, or similar position*.
• Strong hands-on knowledge of *diesel engines, heavy vehicles, construction equipment, hydraulics, transmissions, and mechanical systems*.
• Experience supervising mechanics and technicians in a busy workshop environment.
• Strong knowledge of preventive maintenance, breakdown diagnosis, repair procedures, and workshop planning.
• Experience with heavy equipment brands such as *Caterpillar, Komatsu, JCB, Volvo, Hitachi, Hyundai, Doosan*, and other major manufacturers is an advantage.
• Good understanding of *hydraulic systems and troubleshooting*.
• Ability to read and understand technical manuals, service information, and hydraulic/mechanical diagrams.
• GCC/UAE workshop or fleet-management experience is strongly preferred.
• Diploma or degree in *Mechanical/Automotive Engineering, Automotive Technology, Transport Management*, or a related field is preferred.
• Strong leadership and team-management skills.
• Excellent organisational, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to prioritise multiple repair and maintenance requirements in a busy environment.
• Good knowledge of *Microsoft Office*, particularly Excel and Word.
• Experience using fleet-management or workshop-management software is an advantage.
• UAE driving licence is an advantage.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will be a *practical and technically strong workshop professional* who can manage people as well as equipment.

You should be comfortable making decisions about mechanical repairs, prioritising breakdowns, supervising mechanics, coordinating spare parts, and communicating directly with management and operations teams.

The successful candidate should be able to *identify problems, find practical solutions, reduce equipment downtime, and maintain high standards of safety and workmanship*.

Employment Details

*Job Type:* Full-time, Permanent *Location:* UAE *Experience:* Minimum 5–7 years in heavy vehicle/equipment workshop or fleet operations *Salary:* AED [Insert Salary Range] per month, depending on experience and qualifications

*Candidates with strong hands-on experience in heavy vehicles, construction equipment, diesel engines, hydraulics, and workshop supervision are encouraged to apply.*

Pay: AED2,337.30 - AED4,500.00 per month

Work Location: In person

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