Reports To: Transport Manager
Department: Mechanics, Technicians, Workshop Clerk
Duty station: Kigunga – Mukono Office
Job purpose:
The purpose of the role is to ensure that all BPIL company vehicles and hired vehicles meet safety, compliance, and operational standards through thorough inspection and certification. To supervise the internal workshop operations, manage outsourced repairs labor force for both light vehicles and heavy goods trucks, ensuring timely, cost-effective, and quality repairs are done.
The job holder will manage operational areas under the rules, regulations and guidelines of BPIL while ensuring the accomplishment of goals and targets given by Management.
Key Outputs:
- Vehicle Inspection
- Workshop Supervision
- Quality and Compliance
- Team Coordination
- Reporting
Key Responsibilities:
- Vehicle Inspection
- Conduct detailed inspections of BPIL-owned vehicles and those intended for hire to ensure compliance with company standards, roadworthiness, and regulatory requirements.
- Prepare inspection reports and maintain accurate records for audit and compliance purposes.
- Recommend acceptance or rejection of vehicles based on inspection findings.
- Monitor adherence to preventive maintenance schedules.
Workshop Supervision
- Oversee day-to-day workshop operations, including scheduling repairs and allocating tasks to technicians.
- Ensure repairs are completed to high standards within agreed timelines and budgets.
- Maintain inventory of spare parts, tools, and consumables; initiate procurement requests when necessary.
- Enforce workshop safety protocols and cleanliness.
Quality & Compliance
- Implement and monitor compliance with BPIL policies, manufacturer specifications, and statutory regulations.
- Conduct quality assurance checks on completed repairs and inspections.
- Ensure proper documentation for all maintenance and repair activities.
Team Coordination
- Supervise mechanics and technicians (internal and (or) outsourced), ensuring strong productivity and adherence to BPIL standards.
- Provide technical guidance and resolve complex repair issues.
- Liaise with fleet management, procurement, and operations teams for smooth workflow.
Reporting
- Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports on inspections, repairs, and workshop performance.
- Track costs and recommend cost-saving measures without compromising quality.
Education:
- Diploma or higher in Automotive Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
- Valid Ugandan Driving License with class for commercial vehicles
Skills and Experience:
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in vehicle inspection and workshop supervision, including heavy goods trucks.
- Strong knowledge of vehicle systems, diagnostics, and repair standards.
- Familiarity with regulatory compliance for commercial vehicles.
- Proficiency in MS Office and workshop management systems.
- Excellent technical and diagnostic skills.
- Strong leadership and team management abilities.
- Attention to detail and commitment to safety.
- Good communication and reporting skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Competencies:
Candidates for this role are expected to demonstrate the following BPIL High Performance Behaviours:
- Common purpose
- Open communication
- Setting and Achieving Targets
- Sense of Urgency & Agility
- Accountability
- Collaborate Effectively
- Result-Driven Mindset
- Trust & Mutual Respect
- Customer Focused
- Innovation & Continuous Learning
- Sense of Belonging
Send your resume to vacancies@biyinzika.co.ug
