Workshop Coordinator
- Plaine Wilhems
- Not disclosed
- Permanent
- Added 24/03/2026
- Closing 23/04/2026
- Shabeeha Foondon
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The Workshop Coordinator is responsible for supporting the efficient day-to-day operations of the workshop by coordinating job flow, ensuring timely processing from booking to delivery, and maintaining effective communication between customers, technicians, and internal departments.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage daily operations of the Body & Paint workshop to ensure efficiency, profitability, and high-quality service delivery
- Oversee customer relations, handling queries, complaints, and maintaining strong relationships with clients, insurers, and fleet partners
- Plan and optimise workshop capacity, ensuring maximum productivity and timely vehicle delivery
- Monitor work-in-progress (WIP), invoicing, and revenue to achieve departmental targets
- Ensure effective coordination between departments and smooth administrative processes from booking to invoicing
- Lead, motivate, and develop the team, ensuring performance targets and KPIs are met
- Maintain compliance with company policies, health & safety regulations, and quality standards (ISO)
- Analyse operational and financial performance, preparing reports and implementing corrective actions where required
- Support the Operations Manager in budgeting, planning, and continuous improvement initiatives
Qualifications & Knowledge
- Degree in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
- Additional certification in supervision, operations, or workshop management
- Basic knowledge of vehicle repair processes (Body & Paint / Mechanical)
- Good understanding of workshop operations, job card systems, and invoicing processes
- Familiarity with insurance procedures and fleet management
- Proficiency in MS Office and workshop management systems
Experience
- At least 5 years of experience in an automotive workshop environment
Key Competencies
- Strong organisational and planning skills
- Good communication and customer handling abilities
- Ability to multitask and work under pressure
- Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Team coordination and basic leadership capability