Automotive Workshop Manager

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Job Summary: We are seeking a proactive and qualified Automotive Workshop Manager to oversee operations of our in-house workshop in Lisbon, coordinating the team and ensuring quality and safety. Key Highlights: 1. Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of the mechanics team 2. Plan, prioritize, and supervise repair and maintenance tasks 3. Monitor stock levels and ensure parts availability **ABOUT US** Indie Campers, the leading marketplace for campervans, is on a mission to make road trips accessible to everyone. Thanks to its digital approach and strong customer orientation, Indie Campers has developed an excellent booking experience and delivers high-quality travel at affordable prices. With over one million booked nights through our travel platform, we have already welcomed more than 300\.000 travelers from 169 countries. We offer a comprehensive and continuously expanding range of road trip options: short-term RV rentals, long-term campervan subscriptions, and the opportunity to purchase one of our vehicles available for sale. Backed by strong technology infrastructure, we tackle stimulating and demanding challenges that require top-tier talent and high motivation to overcome. We are expanding our team and looking for people interested in joining us on this dream and being part of this ever-growing journey. **THE ROLE** We are seeking a proactive and qualified Automotive Workshop Manager to oversee operations of our in-house workshop in Lisbon. The ideal candidate will be responsible for coordinating a team of mechanics, setting repair priorities, managing parts and inventory, maintaining budgetary control, and simultaneously ensuring high standards of quality and safety. **WHAT YOU’LL BE WORKING ON?** **Team Management:** * Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of a mechanics team, including scheduling, task assignment, and performance evaluation; * Provide hands-on guidance and training to ensure the team’s technical skills development and compliance with company standards; * Foster a positive and collaborative work environment. **Workshop Operations:** * Plan, prioritize, and supervise campervan repair and maintenance tasks to minimize downtime; * Inspect completed work to ensure quality and compliance with safety standards; * Serve as the primary point of contact for complex or escalated technical issues. **Inventory and Parts Management:** * Monitor stock levels of tools, replacement parts, and consumables, ensuring necessary availability for operations; * Coordinate with suppliers to guarantee timely procurement and negotiate cost-efficient purchasing terms; * Maintain up-to-date inventory records and implement cost-control measures. **Budgeting and Reporting:** * Monitor and report workshop performance metrics, including repair times and budget adherence; * Propose process improvements to optimize efficiency and reduce costs. **Safety and Compliance:** * Ensure compliance with workplace safety regulations and standards; * Conduct regular inspections and audits to identify and mitigate potential risks. **WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR?** * Candidates with certified training in mechanics, mechatronics, or a similar automotive industry program; * Candidates with at least 10 years of proven workshop management experience; * Candidates with proven experience in mechanical repair and maintenance, preferably on campervans or similar vehicles; * Candidates with knowledge of inventory and replacement parts management systems; * Candidates with experience managing budgets and delivering results-oriented outcomes; * Candidates with excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities; * Candidates with strong organizational skills and attention to detail; * Candidates fluent in Portuguese (mandatory) — English is an asset; * Candidates authorized to work in Portugal, holding a valid driver’s license and confidence driving a campervan (mandatory); * Candidates available to work on weekends and holidays. **THE INDIE COMMITMENT!** * Join a young, innovative, and rapidly growing company where you can truly make a difference; * Career development opportunities within Field Operations and potential transition to our offices in Lisbon, Mexico City, or Manila; * Ongoing training and coaching to develop the skills you value most; * Competitive compensation package including performance and referral bonuses; * Complimentary road trips, so you can personally experience the Indie journey across Europe, North America, and Oceania. ***Are you ready to Go Indie?*** *Keywords: workshop supervisor, workshop head, senior mechanic, automotive mechanics, automotive workshop, workshop management, automotive repair, automotive diagnostics*