We are seeking a highly capable Workshop Operation Manager (Engineering) to oversee the internal operations of our heavy machinery repair workshop. This role is responsible for planning, coordinating, and ensuring timely and high-quality delivery of engineering repair jobs (e.g. heavy machinery equipments, excavators, bulldozers, cranes, etc), while managing manpower performance, workshop processes, and cost controls.

Key Responsibilities

Job Planning & Execution

• Oversee daily repair job execution, ensuring timely delivery with minimum critical errors.
• Delegate tasks efficiently to departments such as welding, CNC machining, turning, milling, hardening, and more.
• Monitor job progress and troubleshoot any delays or quality issues.
• Ensure proper usage of job order documentation before commencement.
• Ensure SOPs and best practices are consistently followed across repair operations.
• Conduct checks on workmanship quality, alignment tolerances, and part integrity before job delivery.
• Continuously improve operational workflows to reduce rework and increase efficiency.
• Monitor consumables, spare parts, and critical stock levels to avoid shortages.
• Liaise closely with company's project manager and management

Manpower & Team Management

• Supervise and coordinate foremen, technicians, and production assistants on job execution.
• Conduct on-the-job training and performance reviews for workshop staffs.
• Promote a culture of discipline, safety, productivity, and accountability among the workshop team.
• Manage attendance, overtime justification, and overall labour deployment.
• Ensure compliance with all workplace safety and health (WSH) regulations.

Requirements

• NITEC / Diploma / Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Min. 3 years in engineering repair or workshop operations, with 1+ years in a supervisory/managerial role.
• Strong understanding of repair processes: welding, machining, turning, CNC, and hardening.
• Proven ability to lead technical teams and improve staff performance.
• Strong planning and delegation abilities to manage multiple jobs concurrently.
• Able to communicate in English and Mandarin (to liaise with Chinese-speaking technicians)