22 Aug
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W3Global Australia
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Wedgefield
22 Aug
W3Global Australia
Wedgefield
We are seeking a proactive, hands-on Workshop Supervisor to join our Port Hedland team. This is a critical role at the heart of our business. You will be responsible for overseeing workshop operations, driving team efficiency, and ensuring our fleet of ultra quads is maintained to the highest standard.
As the Workshop Supervisor, you will sit between our Regional Maintenance Manager and our Leading Hands, acting as a key enforcer of standards and a mentor to our workforce. We are looking for a leader who is not afraid to get their hands dirty, hold the team accountable, and drive a culture of transparency and high performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Operational Leadership: Manage daily workshop operations, ensuring all maintenance, servicing, and repairs are completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.
- Performance Management: Actively supervise and mentor the team, including Leading Hands. Set clear expectations, hold staff accountable for their output, and address performance issues immediately.
- Transparency & Reporting: Ensure 100% accuracy and transparency in reporting. You will be responsible for ensuring all breakdowns and maintenance tasks are logged correctly and communicated in real time.
- Efficiency Optimisation: Monitor labour allocation and workshop flow. Identify bottlenecks, eliminate inefficiencies,
and ensure resources are utilised effectively to meet production targets.
- Standards Enforcement: Enforce company policies, including safety protocols, PPE requirements, and skilled conduct (e.g., mobile phone usage).
- Collaboration: Work closely with the Regional Maintenance Manager to implement strategies, manage labour costs, and support the long-term success of the Port Hedland workshop.
The Ideal Candidate
- Qualified Heavy Diesel Mechanic: Experience with Kenworths/Cummins Engines highly desirable!
- Proven Experience: Demonstrated experience in a supervisory role within a trucking or mining maintenance environment.
- Hands-On Approach: You lead by example. You are comfortable working on the floor, demonstrating techniques, and engaging directly with the team.
- Accountability: You have a strong track record of holding team members to high standards and are comfortable having difficult conversations to drive performance.
- Communication: Excellent communication skills, with the ability to provide clear instructions and maintain transparent reporting lines.
- Problem Solver: Ability to identify patterns in equipment failure and implement proactive solutions to prevent recurring issues.
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📌 Workshop Supervisor (Wedgefield)
🏢 W3Global Australia
📍 Wedgefield