Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Additional Information
I love watching Manufacturing documentaries.
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Rofhiwa Joseph Mukhavhuli

Workshop Manager(Panel)
Centurion

Summary

Seasoned Workshop Manager versed in allocating resources, coordinating workload and maintaining schedules. Effective at managing supplies and providing technical expertise to employees. Talented team leader highly experienced in workshop environments. Action-oriented and quality-driven with a demonstrated record of improving shop performance and effectively controlling costs. Focused on keeping operations running smoothly and employees on-task to produce high-quality work. Knowledgeable about inventory, project and team management. Excellent communication and relationship-management skills. Personable [Job Title] with proven track record of success managing and leading social services programs. Skilled in grant writing, budgeting and program evaluation. Strong collaborator and committed to leading and inspiring teams to achieve shared goals. Dedicated candidate eager to leverage knowledge in social services and program development. Skilled in running social services initiatives and developing policies and procedures. Collaborative and committed to addressing social issues to improve quality of life in marginalized communities. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Conscientious professional with extensive experience advocating for social and economic well-being of individuals and families. Skilled at providing guidance, support and assistance. Strong communication and management skills and committed to inspiring community service. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Workshop Manager(Body Shop)

SA Taxi
Johannesburg
07.2018 - Current
  • Maintained workshop activities in line with budget requirements.
  • Purchased and oversaw inventory of supplies, tools and equipment.
  • Identified areas in need of improvement and developed plans to correct problems.
  • Scheduled maintenance and repair projects to maintain optimal performance of all equipment and systems.
  • Updated policies to reflect changing demands and improve performance, quality and efficiency of workshop operations.
  • Created and managed budgets, efficiently allocating resources for social and community service projects.
  • Provided leadership, guidance and support to staff members.
  • Implemented strategies to increase public awareness of social and community service programs.
  • Developed and implemented training programs for staff.

Workshop Supervisor(Body Shop)

SA Taxi
Johanesburg
03.2017 - 06.2023
  • Maintained workshop activities in line with budget requirements.
  • performance, quality and efficiency of workshop operations.
  • Identified areas in need of improvement and developed plans to correct problems.
  • Provided leadership, guidance and support to staff members.
  • Solve day to day challenges a.
  • Maintain monthly set target

Collision Estimator

Value Autobody
Johannesburg
01.2015 - 02.2017
  • Provided quotes on repairs with great accuracy, taking insurance, type of car and extent of damage into consideration.
  • Completed appraisals on automobiles, light trucks, custom cars, vans and many other vehicle types.
  • Worked with repair shops to review potential costs and overall necessity of [Type] repairs.
  • Documented damage with photographs and detailed written descriptions.
  • Prepared insurance forms on behalf of customers, detailing damage details, car conditions and shop quotes.
  • Advised clients on plans for repairs, possible value of salvage parts and appropriate mechanics for repairs needed.
  • Collaborated with repair workers to determine feasibility of repairs under constraints of coverage limits, time frame and customer finances.
  • Negotiated completed damage estimates and repair costs.
  • Liaised between car owners and insurance agencies about auto damage and insurance claims.
  • Installed and repaired body panels, doors, hoods, fenders, bumpers and other parts.
  • Adjusted and replaced doors and windows for proper fit and alignment.
  • Evaluated OEM manufacturer schematics and service documentation to identify parts to order.
  • Installed interior and exterior trim, including moldings and emblems.
  • Aligned and balanced vehicle frames using laser alignment systems.
  • Examined vehicles to determine extent of damage and repairs required.
  • Performed structural and non-structural repairs on variety of vehicle models.
  • Replaced and repaired vehicle parts according to work order instructions.

Body Shop Manager

RTT
Johannesburg
03.2008 - 01.2015
  • Stocked shop with equipment, parts and other resources to promote timely service.
  • Examined damaged vehicles to determine degree of structural and mechanical damage.
  • Authored policies and procedures and actualized best practices and standards to increase performance, reduce downtime and generate new revenue.
  • Monitored maintenance of paint booths, frame-straightening materials and fixed assets to enhance longevity and long-term value.
  • Established relationships with automotive industry vendors for subcontracting glass repair, upholstery repair and vinyl decal installation.
  • Removed dents, filled in cracks and painted car exteriors to restore appearance and condition.
  • Maintained employee morale and increased production [Number]% through employee appreciation.
  • Built and maintained good relations with customers, encouraging loyalty and obtaining recommendations.

Body Shop Technician

Imperial Cargo
Johannesburg
04.2002 - 01.2007
  • Maintaining shop inventory according to set standards and rectified discrepancies.
  • Replaced and repaired vehicle parts according to work order instructions.
  • Created and reviewed work orders detailing required repairs per shop and manufacturer guidelines.
  • Evaluated OEM manufacturer schematics and service documentation to identify parts to order.
  • Inspected new parts and areas of repair to verify correctness and quality.
  • Followed standard operating procedures to achieve consistent quality of work.
  • Applied finishing techniques to enhance quality and appearance of repairs.
  • Utilized collision repair hammers, welders and grinders to address bodywork needs.
  • Applied primers, sealers and other materials prior to painting.
  • Installed and repaired body panels, doors, hoods, fenders, bumpers and other parts.

Body Shop Assistant

Auto Restore
Johannesburg
01.2000 - 12.2001
  • Evaluated OEM manufacturer schematics and service documentation to identify parts to order.
  • Replaced and rep
  • Maintaining shop inventory according to set standards and rectified discrepancies.
  • Inspected new parts and areas of repair to verify correctness and quality.
  • Installed and removed body panels, doors and fenders of vehicles to access areas of repair.
  • Tested and adjusted newly repaired vehicles to verify proper function.
  • Reassembled and replaced parts to complete body repairs.
  • Examined vehicles to determine extent of damage and repairs required.
  • Prepared surfaces for priming, painting and refinishing.
  • Applied primers, sealers and other materials prior to painting.
  • Replaced glass, headlights and other lighting and electrical components.
  • Filled, sanded and smoothed surfaces to prepare for painting.
  • Applied sealants, caulks and rust preventatives to protect body and paint.
  • Adjusted and replaced doors and windows for proper fit and alignment.

Education

Auto Body Repair Trade Diploma - Autobody Repair

Furry Motors (Merseta)
Johannesburg
08.2016 - 08.2016

N4 Mechanical Engineering - Autobody Repair

Technical Collage of Venda
Limpopo South Africa
01.1998 - 12.1999

Certificate - Project Management

Institute of Business Management Southern Africa
Cape Town South Africa
01.2012 - 03.2013

Certificate - Information Technology

YouLearnIT Academy
Kempton Park South Africa
01.2008 - 08.2008

Certificate - Theology

The South African Theological Seminary
Johannesburg
01.2012 - 12.2012

Certificate - Health Safety And Environmental

LTD Training &Consulting
Johannesburg South Africa
06.2022 - 06.2022

Skills

Tool use expertise

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Additional Information

I am a person who is dedicated to what i do. believe in do right first time so that it can be right all the time.

I can work under any circumstances and pressure.

I can work any time and everyday bedsides the Sabbath day .

I love watching Manufacturing documentaries.

I watch the programs where the manufacture motor cars and build it together.

Timeline

Certificate - Health Safety And Environmental

LTD Training &Consulting
06.2022 - 06.2022

Workshop Manager(Body Shop)

SA Taxi
07.2018 - Current

Workshop Supervisor(Body Shop)

SA Taxi
03.2017 - 06.2023

Auto Body Repair Trade Diploma - Autobody Repair

Furry Motors (Merseta)
08.2016 - 08.2016

Collision Estimator

Value Autobody
01.2015 - 02.2017

Certificate - Project Management

Institute of Business Management Southern Africa
01.2012 - 03.2013

Certificate - Theology

The South African Theological Seminary
01.2012 - 12.2012

Body Shop Manager

RTT
03.2008 - 01.2015

Certificate - Information Technology

YouLearnIT Academy
01.2008 - 08.2008

Body Shop Technician

Imperial Cargo
04.2002 - 01.2007

Body Shop Assistant

Auto Restore
01.2000 - 12.2001

N4 Mechanical Engineering - Autobody Repair

Technical Collage of Venda
01.1998 - 12.1999
Rofhiwa Joseph MukhavhuliWorkshop Manager(Panel)