OTR Workshop Foreman – On‑Site (Namibia)

About the role

The OTR Workshop Foreman will oversee on‑site workshop activities, ensuring high‑quality tyre fitting and maintenance while delivering excellent customer service. The role requires practical initiative, a willingness to learn, and the development of management skills.

Key responsibilities

• Prioritise and direct personnel to perform tyre fitting and workshop maintenance safely, efficiently and cost‑effectively.
• Maintain accurate administrative records such as tyre change slips, timesheets and safety documentation.
• Assist the Site Supervisor with safety files, equipment calibration, stock counts and data quality for Quality Tyres Namibia.
• Perform inspections, decide on component serviceability, and ensure tyre operating pressures are documented.
• Uphold hygiene standards in workshop and office areas and carry out tyre fitter tasks as needed.
• Support safety initiatives by investigating hazards, incidents and ensuring compliance with lock‑out/tag‑out and PPE procedures.

Required profile

• Grade 12 National Certificate and a valid Namibian light‑vehicle driver’s licence (Code B or BE).
• Minimum three years of earth‑mover tyre fitting experience and a National Certificate in tyre repair and maintenance.
• Good communication, customer‑service skills and physical fitness to work extended hours.

Required skills

• Tyre fitting and tyre repair/maintenance.
• Equipment maintenance and calibration.
• Forklift operation (forklift licence).
• Light‑vehicle driving (Code B/BE) and Tyre Handler licence.
• Possession of Red/Pit Permit.

What we offer

• Supportive onboarding experience and regular mentorship.
• Opportunities for training, in‑house and external courses.
• Corporate Social Responsibility activities and a diverse, inclusive team.
• Dynamic, global work environment focused on safety and sustainability.