Workshop Manager
About International Corrosion Services (ICS)
International Corrosion Services Pty Ltd(ICS)is a leading WA specialist in stainless steel pickling, passivation, electropolishing and corrosion remediation.
We support clients across the mining, oil & gas, marine, food & beverage and industrial sectors, delivering high-quality surface treatment solutions throughout Western Australia.
Due to continued business growth, we are seeking an experienced and motivated Workshop Manager to lead our Forrestdale workshop.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Workshop Supervisor, Leading Hand or Workshop Manager with a fabrication, coatings, manufacturing or industrial services background who enjoys leading teams and driving operational excellence.
About the Role:
Reporting directly to the Operations Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of workshop operations, ensuring production targets, quality standards and safety requirements are consistently achieved.
This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll spend time both in the office and on the workshop floor, providing guidance, mentoring staff and maintaining efficient workshop operations.
You will lead a team of approximately eight employees while driving continuous improvement across productivity, quality, safety and customer outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and supervise daily workshop operations
Coordinate production schedules, workflow and labour allocation
Ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently and on schedule
Supervise stainless steel pickling, passivation, rinsing and finishing processes
Maintain QA/QC standards, inspections and documentation
Conduct daily pre-start meetings and toolbox talks
Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with company procedures
Monitor workshop performance, KPIs and productivity
Coordinate workshop maintenance and equipment readiness
Manage consumables, PPE and chemical inventory
Support recruitment, onboarding and staff development




Liaise closely with Operations and Administration teams
Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives
About You:
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Trade qualification/experience in the Fabrication, coatings, production or relevant industry experience (preferred)
Previous experience as a Workshop Manager, Supervisor, Leading Hand or similar leadership role
Strong knowledge of operations, production planning, scheduling and leadership in a workshop environment
Experience/knowledge within the stainless-steel fabrication, industrial processing, coatings or related industries
Sound understanding of QA/QC systems and workshop documentation
Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills
Hands-on approach with the ability to lead by example
Experience managing KPIs, productivity and team performance
Forklift Licence (essential)
Confined Space & Working at Heights (essential)
EWP, Dogging/Rigging and White Card (desirable)
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Excel and job management systems
Full Australian working rights
What We Offer:
Market-competitive salary and incentive package based on experience
Work Vehicle and Fuel provided
Permanent full-time position with long-term career opportunities
Supportive leadership team and positive workplace culture
Opportunity to make a real impact in a growing WA business
Ongoing training and professional development
Well-equipped workshop and modern facilities
Perth-based role with no FIFO
Early finish Fridays
Lunch provided every Friday
Immediate start available for the right candidate
Why Join ICS?
At ICS, we pride ourselves on delivering specialist corrosion solutions with a strong focus on quality, safety and customer service.
Our people are the foundation of our success, and we value teamwork, accountability, continuous improvement and a hands-on approach to leadership.
If you're looking for an opportunity to lead a skilled team, influence workshop performance and build your career within a growing Western Australian business, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now and become part of the ICS team.

📌 Workshop Manager | Stainless Steel Pickling & Passivation (Western Australia)
🏢 International Corrosion Services
📍 Western Australia