WORKSHOP FOREMAN

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION: Workshop Foreman REPORTS TO: Service Manager STAFF: Nil LOCATION: Whangarei C B Norwood Distributors Limited C B Norwood Distributors Limited is a leading tractor and machinery distribution group and represents a portfolio of leading global brands through separate operating divisions, and three national dealer networks which include 15 company-owned retail farm machinery centres. Established in 1948, we have grown to be one of the best known names in New Zealand agriculture and today we supply one in every three tractors sold in New Zealand. In over 60 years of operations, we have focussed on meeting the ever changing needs of New Zealand farmers and contractors from an in-country support base. Our commitment includes a highly experienced technical support team and the largest agricultural parts warehouse in the country. Company Vision To be New Zealand's most successful tractor and machinery company with an absolute commitment to the customer. Purpose of Position

The purpose of this position is to supervise jobs and staff, service and repair heavy vehicles such as agricultural tractors, implements, excavators, lawn / turf care and motorbikes or any other machine as directed to a high standard.

Skills & Experience • Relevant trade qualification • Experience with managing staff would be an advantage • Knowledge of vehicle engines , structure and drivelines • Knowledge of vehicle electronics • Knowledge of Land Transport Safety Authority regulations and safety standards • Mechanical skills including the ability to diagnose mechanical problems • People and communication skills • Computer skills. Personal Attributes

• Confidence and ability to work on your own initiative with limited supervision • Proactive • Enthusiastic • Sound judgment • Reliable • Strong work ethic • Teamplayer

Key Tasks & Responsibilities

Service Foreman

• Supervise the workshop jobs and staff • Provide technical support to the Service team • Provide technical advice to clients • Assist with training apprentices • Provide backup support to the Service Manager Service and Repair

• Inspect and diagnose vehicles and machinery, then be able to communicate findings to service manager or client

• Diagnose repair or replace defective components on heavy vehicles and machinery as required to an operable high standard of repair

• Adjust or set mechanical controls or components • Apply diesel technology • Use electrical or electronic test devices or equipment • Use engine and hydraulic diagnostic equipment • Use hand or power tools • Lubricate machinery, equipment or parts • Assemble, dismantle or reassemble equipment or machinery • Maintain repair records • Move or fit heavy objects • Read and understand service or repair manuals • Use precision measuring devices in mechanical repair work • Use soldering equipment • Operate tractor with accessories or attachments • Ready machinery for sale or display General

• Clean work environment on job completion or as directed by supervisor • Keep company vehicle in a warrantable state of repair and services up to date . • Vehicle to be cleaned weekly • Vehicle to be used in a lawful manner • Attend breakdowns and after-hours call outs as required • Attend training schools as required and keep updated with technical knowledge • Represent the company in a professional manner at all times . Health & Safety

• Regularly assess activities conducted, to identify any significant hazards. • Put an action plan in place in conjunction with the Service Foreman/Manager to control

hazards by eliminating, isolating or minimizing them. • Record all actions taken. • Record all injury events and/or near misses • Ensure protective clothing and safety equipment provided is worn at all times as

appropriate to your current working situation and is in good working order. • Notify the Service Foreman/Manager of any accidents and/or near misses you, or others

in your care, are involved in, as soon as possible following the event; • Adhere to all company Health & Safety policies. • Observe and conduct safe work practises