Workshop Supervisor – Newman (residential or FIFO)
Core
Lead workshop operations in Newman to oversee maintenance and repair of vehicles, trucks, buses, and trailers, ensuring safety and service excellence.
Role type
Senior IC heavy diesel mechanic (workshop supervisor)
Builds
Fleet maintenance and repair services for transport clients
Domain
Transport logistics / Heavy vehicle maintenance
Required skills
Heavy diesel mechanic trade qualification, workshop team leadership, fleet defect management, spare parts inventory control, mine site/remote area response, heavy vehicle diagnostics, MR driver's licence, maintenance record keeping, computer proficiency for maintenance systems
Preferred skills
Experience with Yutong, BCI, Mack, Volvo, Freightliner, MAN, Hino, Isuzu, Toyota; FIFO work arrangement
Technologies
Maintenance management systems
Responsibilities
Coordinate vehicle servicing, repairs, and inspection schedules; supervise and control all workshop activities; motivate and manage workshop teams; manage corrective campaigns for fleet defects and recalls; monitor material and equipment usage to minimize waste; attend mine sites and remote areas for breakdowns; assist with vehicle damage quoting and customer charges.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC