A leading transport and heavy equipment company is looking for an experienced Tyre Foreman with strong experience in commercial truck tyre management, tyre maintenance operations, workshop supervision, and fleet tyre performance management to join their team in Klerksoord, Pretoria North. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing tyre maintenance across a fleet of trucks, trailers, and heavy equipment while ensuring safety compliance, minimal downtime, and high workshop standards.
Responsibilities:
Oversee all tyre repairs, replacements, and maintenance on trucks and trailers
Monitor tyre wear patterns and identify abnormal wear causes
Ensure correct tyre pressures are maintained daily
Plan tyre rotations and manage casing usage
Coordinate breakdown callouts and roadside tyre assistance
Ensure all tyres comply with legal and safety requirements
Supervise tyre fitters and workshop assistants
Allocate daily tasks and monitor productivity
Ensure all work is completed safely and on time
Conduct toolbox talks and enforce workshop discipline
Train staff in proper tyre handling procedures
Conduct regular tyre inspections on trucks, trailers, LDVs, and earthmoving equipment
Record tread depths and tyre conditions
Identify sidewall damage, uneven wear, heat damage, rim and bearing issues
Maintain tyre history and performance records
Complete daily workshop and breakdown reports
Manage tyre inventory including tyres, casings, tubes, flaps, valves, and rims
Conduct stock counts and prevent theft or wastage
Track tyre cost per kilometre
Assist with budgeting and purchasing
Enforce PPE usage and company safety standards
Ensure all equipment is safe and maintained
Investigate tyre failures and safety incidents
Maintain a clean and safe working environment
Requirements:
Minimum 4 years' experience in commercial truck tyre management
Minimum 2 years' leadership and supervisory experience
Strong knowledge of tyre brands, applications, and wear analysis
Computer literate with experience using Excel and workshop systems
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
Ability to work under pressure and after hours
Experience working with heavy vehicles and equipment
Willingness to travel to depots for inspections and audits
Benefits:
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We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.
