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OVERVIEWWorkforce Recruitment Services (WRS), on behalf of its client, invites applications from suitably qualified, experienced and results-oriented professionals to fill two vacant positions based in Lilongwe, Malawi.The available opportunities are in workshop management and branch management within the automotive industry.JOB TYPE: Not specified in the advertDATE POSTED: Wednesday, 4th November, 2026APPLICATION DEADLINE: Sunday, 22nd November, 2026DUTY STATION: Lilongwe, Malawi1. POSITION: WORKSHOP MANAGERJOB SUMMARYThe Workshop Manager will oversee workshop operations, supervise technical teams, manage equipment and inventory, and ensure compliance with health, safety and regulatory requirements. The role also involves budget management, quality control, customer relations and maintaining efficient workshop operations.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESThe successful candidate will be responsible for:Managing workshop operations.Supervising staff and managing performance.Ensuring health, safety and regulatory compliance.Managing equipment, inventory and maintenance.Overseeing budgets and controlling operational costs.Maintaining quality control and service standards.Managing customer and supplier relationships.Implementing and maintaining operational policies, procedures and standards.KEY REQUIREMENTSAcademic Qualifications and ExperienceApplicants should possess:A strong technical background in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Fabrication or a related technical field.Relevant practical experience in workshop operations and management.Demonstrable experience supervising and coordinating technical teams.REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIESThe ideal candidate should demonstrate:Strong technical knowledge and understanding of workshop operations.Excellent leadership and team-management capabilities.Knowledge of workplace health and safety regulations and compliance requirements.Strong budgeting, cost-control and resource-management skills.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making abilities.Ability to coordinate multiple assignments and manage competing operational priorities.Familiarity with workshop management software and relevant business systems.Strong organisational and planning capabilities.WORK ENVIRONMENTThe position will be based within an automotive workshop environment and will require close coordination with technical personnel, customers, suppliers and other relevant stakeholders.2. POSITION: BRANCH MANAGERJOB SUMMARYThe Branch Manager will oversee branch operations, drive sales and business development, manage customer relationships, and ensure effective financial and inventory management. The role also involves staff leadership, compliance, risk management and achieving branch performance targets.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESThe successful candidate will be responsible for:Managing branch operations.Driving sales and business development.Managing customer service and relationships.Overseeing financial management.Managing inventory and company assets.Leading and supervising staff.Ensuring compliance, risk management and workplace safety.KEY REQUIREMENTSAcademic Qualifications and ExperienceApplicants should possess:A Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Business Management, Automotive Management, Marketing or a related field.At least five (5) years of working experience in the automotive industry.A minimum of three (3) years of experience in a management or supervisory position.Strong knowledge of automotive parts, services and branch operations.REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIESThe ideal candidate should demonstrate:Strong leadership and people-management capabilities.Excellent financial and commercial acumen.Proven sales, business development and negotiation skills.Strong customer relationship management skills.Knowledge of inventory and warehouse management.Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and business management systems.Ability to work under pressure and consistently deliver results against set targets.ADDED ADVANTAGESExperience managing an automotive dealership, spare parts business, tyre business, service centre or retail branch.Knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and inventory management systems.A proven track record of achieving sales, revenue and profitability targets.HOW TO APPLYInterested and suitably qualified candidates should submit the following documents:An application letter.A detailed and updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).Applications should be sent by email to:Workforce Recruitment Services (WRS)Email: applications2.workforce@gmail.comIMPORTANT: Applicants must use the relevant position as the email subject:WORKSHOP MANAGERBRANCH MANAGERClosing Date: Sunday, 22nd November, 2026Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.