Workshop Supervisor - Shipping Industry

Description:

About our client Our client has been operating for over 30 years and employs 35 staff. They specialise in providing bulk handling equipment and services to ensure seamless shipping operations. Their team-oriented culture fosters long-term employee retention, with many staff members enjoying extended careers within the business.
This role is instrumental in ensuring equipment remains operational and meets high industry standards. The company provides a stable work environment where employees’ contributions are recognised, and their expertise is valued. With ongoing opportunities for improvement and efficiency, this position offers an engaging and fulfilling career path.
About the opportunity Reporting to the Operations Manager, this is a hands-on role overseeing the maintenance and servicing of bulk handling machinery, ensuring continuous operational efficiency for shipping operations.
In this role, you will:

• Coordinate servicing and preventative maintenance of bulk handling equipment
• Lead and manage a small team, ensuring smooth operations
• Assist on the tools where required
• Implement and maintain maintenance schedules to reduce downtime
• Oversee repairs, troubleshooting, and performance assessments
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations

This role involves a mix of office work and ‘on the tools’, ensuring all equipment, including Enviro Hoppers, Diesel Grabs, mobile hoppers, forklifts, excavators, and skid steers, is fully operational. You will liaise with stevedores, port officers, and suppliers to coordinate repairs and maintenance schedules. The position offers job stability and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by enhancing operational efficiency and team performance.
About you We are looking for a hands-on leader with strong mechanical expertise and the ability to coordinate workshop operations efficiently.
To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:

• Trade qualifications as a mechanic, fitter, or boiler maker
• Experience managing maintenance schedules and troubleshooting equipment issues
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and inspire a team to achieve their best
• Forklift and EWP licences, as well as a heavy vehicle licence
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make quick decisions
• Experience with preventive maintenance and software systems
• Ability to pass a police check and medical assessment, including drug and alcohol testing

What’s on offer This position offers a career with a well-established company in a niche industry.

• Highly competitive salary package + company vehicle
• Work in a collaborative team with a strong workplace culture
• Opportunity to make a significant impact by improving operational efficiencies
• Support for ongoing training and skill development
• Stable employment with a company known for retaining long-term employees

Please note This is a permanent role, and applicants must have working rights that align with long-term employment requirements in Australia. Sponsorship will not be provided.
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