A busy and growing transport company based in Welshpool is seeking an experienced trailer mechanic/leading hand to lead our maintenance operations for a large fleet of trailers and dollies.
This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strong mechanical and electrical knowledge, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to manage workshop staff while ensuring fleet servicing and repairs are completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
Key Responsibilities
work with Operations & lead a team of 3 workshop staff.
assist with Plan, schedule, and coordinate all servicing and repairs across the fleet.
Conduct diagnostics, fault finding, servicing, and repairs on trailers and dollies. in particular electrical faults
Manage brake, suspension, hydraulic, and electrical system maintenance.
Ensure all maintenance work is completed to a high standard and within required timeframes.
Maintain workshop safety standards and ensure compliance with company and regulatory requirements.
Order parts, consumables, and workshop supplies as required.
Manage workshop inventory and maintain accurate stock control procedures.
Liaise with suppliers to source parts and achieve cost-effective purchasing outcomes.
Maintain service records and compliance documentation.
Minimize fleet downtime through effective planning and preventative maintenance.
Minimum 3 years' experience in a similar Workshop Supervisor, Leading Hand, or Fleet Maintenance role.
Sound mechanical knowledge of trailers and dollies.
Proven experience within the transport, trailer, or heavy vehicle industry.
Strong leadership and people management skills.
Excellent time management and organizational abilities.
Demonstrated experience planning and coordinating fleet maintenance and repairs.
Solid diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
Sound computer skills, including the ability to manage maintenance records, compliance documentation, stock ordering, and inventory control.
Strong parts procurement and stock management experience.
Commitment to workplace safety, compliance, and quality workmanship.
Ability to work proactively with team members and other departments to achieve operational objectives.
Current Australian Driver's License.
Experience using Gearbox Fleet Management Software or similar maintenance management systems.
Heavy vehicle or trailer maintenance qualifications.
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Logistics, Freight & Delivery Services 51-100 employees
Coastal Midwest Transport is a specialist haulier, irrespective of freight size or final destination.
We’re Western Australia’s reputable, safety conscious freight provider and one of the Goldfields region’s largest transportation and distribution service.
Our exceptional service and technology is unrivalled.
As is our extensive transportation network, competitive pricing and round-the-clock service.
Every consignment is unique and treated accordingly.
Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.
Coastal Midwest Transport is a specialist haulier, irrespective of freight size or final destination.
We’re Western Australia’s reputable, safety conscious freight provider and one of the Goldfields region’s largest transportation service.
Our exceptional service and technology is unrivalled.
As is our extensive transportation network, competitive pricing and round-the-clock service.
Every consignment is unique and treated accordingly.
Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.
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