Location: Meru / Setia Alam / Puncak Alam
Seniority Level: Managerial
We are seeking an experienced and driven Technical Manager / Senior Manager to lead end-to-end workshop operations and maintenance performance.
This role is responsible for ensuring high fleet reliability, operational efficiency, cost optimization, and compliance with technical, safety, and regulatory standards
The ideal candidate will have strong leadership experience in workshop operations, preventive maintenance strategy, technical governance, and fleet performance optimization within the automotive or related industry.
Oversee daily workshop operations and maintenance activities
Ensure timely execution of preventive and corrective maintenance
Manage work order planning, prioritisation, and turnaround time (TAT)
Drive high fleet availability while minimising downtime
Establish and enforce technical standards, processes, and SOPs
Approve repair methods and major component replacements
Ensure quality assurance before vehicle release
Conduct technical audits and root cause analysis (RCA)
Lead and manage workshop manpower, including outsourced teams
Establish clear reporting structures and role accountability
Monitor team productivity and operational output
Drive technical training, competency development, and upskilling initiatives
Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules
Monitor MTBF and breakdown trends
Drive fleet uptime and reliability improvement initiatives
Manage asset lifecycle planning and major overhaul schedules
Ensure availability of critical spare parts
Manage inventory control, reorder planning, and wastage reduction
Monitor parts consumption trends
Collaborate with procurement to optimise cost efficiency
Monitor maintenance cost per vehicle
Track repair and operational expenditure
Identify inefficiencies and cost leakages
Optimise in-house versus outsourced maintenance strategies
Track operational KPIs including:
Fleet uptime
Turnaround Time (TAT)
PM compliance
Breakdown rates
Cost per km / unit
Ensure reporting accuracy and data integrity
Drive performance-based decision-making
Manage third-party vendor performance and SLA compliance
Ensure adherence to company expectations and contractual requirements
Conduct vendor performance reviews and enforce accountability
Drive operational improvement initiatives
Implement digital maintenance tools (e.g. ProAct or equivalent)
Optimise workshop workflow, layout, and productivity
Lead audit readiness and operational excellence initiatives
Enforce 5S standards across workshop operations
Ensure compliance with workplace safety protocols and PPE requirements
Maintain regulatory compliance with DOSH, JPJ, and internal audit requirements
Ensure proper signage, zoning, and workspace organisation
SPM / Diploma / Bachelor’s Degree in:
Mechanical Engineering
Automotive Engineering
Or related technical discipline
Minimum 8–10 years of relevant experience
Prior experience in the automotive industry is highly preferred
Experience in truck or trailers maintenance is required
Proven leadership experience managing workshop operations and maintenance teams
Strong hands-on exposure to:
Preventive maintenance
Corrective maintenance
Breakdown management
Fleet reliability optimisation
Strong leadership and people management capabilities
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
KPI-driven operational mindset
Strong vendor and cost management experience
Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure
Computer literate with exposure to maintenance systems/reporting tools
Good command of English and Bahasa Malaysia
SPERTON is a full-range provider of Global Recruitment, People Management, Global Mobility and Business support services within focused industry sectors. Our head office is located in Norway. We have over 20 years’ of experience supporting clients within the Human Resources area. We can support you globally through our own companies and partners in more than 140 countries.
Sperton had been specializing in the supply of the very best freelance and permanent white-collar professionals working with projects. We provide consultant and recruitment services to companies of all types and sizes, including consultancies, contractors, sub-contractors, developers and end clients operating across a wide range of projects and environments.
Now our services also include People Management, Global Mobility and Business Support Services.
Legal entity set-up, payroll services, HR administration, compliance, and insurance provision, cultural awareness training, and mobility support – everything needed to work compliantly with local legislation and regulations in different countries.
With over 20 years of global experience within project execution, we understand your challenges and know how to support you from the start to the end of the project.
