Job Description

Location: Shepparton, VIC
n Employment Type: Full-time
n Salary: $130,000 + Superannuation
n Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00am–5:00pm
n Saturday Work: Occasional, depending on operational requirements

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About the Company

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Kreskas Brothers Transport is a well-established transport and logistics business with a strong fleet operation servicing Victoria and beyond. They are seeking an experienced Workshop Manager to take ownership of their heavy vehicle maintenance operation in Shepparton.

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This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on leader who understands heavy vehicle maintenance, workshop planning, diagnostics and fleet reliability.

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About the Role:

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As the Workshop Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day maintenance, servicing and repair of the company's heavy vehicle fleet.

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The fleet includes Mercedes-Benz, Kenworth and Volvo trucks, so strong experience with modern heavy vehicle systems, diagnostics and preventative maintenance is essential.

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You will lead the workshop team, coordinate repair priorities, manage maintenance schedules and ensure vehicles remain safe, compliant and available for operations.

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Key Responsibilities:

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- Manage the daily operations of the workshop and maintenance team
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- Coordinate scheduled servicing, preventative maintenance and repair work across the fleet
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- Prioritise breakdowns and urgent repairs to minimise vehicle downtime
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- Oversee diagnostics, fault finding and complex mechanical repairs
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- Support repairs and maintenance across Mercedes-Benz, Kenworth and Volvo trucks
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- Monitor fleet compliance, safety standards and maintenance documentation
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- Plan workshop workload, allocate jobs and ensure deadlines are met
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- Manage parts requirements,



stock levels and supplier relationships
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- Maintain a clean, organised and safe workshop environment
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- Support and mentor workshop staff where required
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- Communicate with operations to ensure fleet availability meets business needs
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- Assist with continuous improvement of workshop systems, maintenance planning and fleet reliability
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Skills and Experience Required:

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- Heavy Diesel Mechanic qualification or relevant trade qualification
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- Previous experience in a Workshop Manager, Leading Hand or Senior Heavy Vehicle Mechanic role
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- Strong experience working with heavy vehicle fleets
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- Experience with Mercedes-Benz, Kenworth and Volvo trucks highly regarded
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- Strong diagnostic and fault-finding capability
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- Experience with hydraulic systems
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- Good understanding of preventative maintenance and fleet maintenance planning
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- Ability to manage workshop priorities in a fast-paced transport environment
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- Strong communication and leadership skills
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- Safety-focused with a solid understanding of workshop compliance requirements
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- Ability to work independently and take ownership of workshop performance
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What's on Offer:

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- Salary package of $130,000 + superannuation
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- Reliable full-time position based in Shepparton
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- Monday to Friday roster with occasional Saturday work
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- Approximate working hours of 7:00am–5:00pm
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- Opportunity to manage and improve a busy heavy vehicle workshop
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- Work with a modern fleet including Mercedes-Benz, Kenworth and Volvo trucks
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- Long-term opportunity with an established transport and logistics company
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If you are an experienced Heavy Diesel Mechanic or Workshop Supervisor ready to step into a management position, this could be a strong next step in your career.

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📌 Workshop Manager (Shepparton)
🏢 Mechanics Recruitment
📍 Shepparton