Workshop Supervisor

About the role

The Workshop Supervisor is responsible for overseeing component rebuild work and a team of Rebuild Technicians at the BIA Component Rebuild Centre of Kitwe. This position reports to the Component Rebuild Centre Manager.

Key responsibilities

• Ensure component rebuild work quality in accordance with Komatsu and BIA standards.
• Manage, control and organise workshop labour and equipment through multiple shift schedules.
• Plan jobs together with the Production Manager to maximise utilisation of labour and equipment.
• Write detailed assessment and assembly reports for every workshop job.
• Maintain tools and equipment for maximum availability.
• Ensure staff adhere to safe work practices and procedures.

Required profile

• At least 8 years’ experience in a fully equipped REMAN workshop dealing with mining equipment components.
• Very good knowledge of mechanics, electricity and hydraulic/mechanical tools.
• In‑depth knowledge of Komatsu 860, 930 & 960 truck components and Komatsu mining shovel components.
• Hands‑on technician with strong problem‑solving and stress‑management abilities.
• Effective communicator with good reporting abilities in English.
• Firm and organised leadership skills; currently working for a Komatsu dealership is an advantage.
• Good IT knowledge – Excel, Word, Powerpoint – and ability to work with workshop manuals.

Required skills

• Mechanics
• Electricity
• Hydraulic tools
• Mechanical tools
• Komatsu truck components
• Komatsu mining shovel components
• SAP (asset)
• Excel
• Word
• Powerpoint
• Workshop manuals

What we offer

• Permanent contract with a competitive salary and extra‑legal benefits.
• Human‑sized company with an international dimension, encouraging autonomy and team spirit.
• Opportunity to work with experienced and passionate colleagues in a growing family‑owned business.
• Challenging career development with an extensive training program and the possibility to take initiative.