- Great team culture with regular company events and social activities.
- Newly created leadership position due to the appointment of a new Operations M - Join one of Australia's leading earthmoving equipment businesses with a strong We're looking for a hands-on Workshop Manager to lead our service team while remaining actively involved in the repair, maintenance and diagnostics of heavy earthmoving and construction equipment.
This is a key leadership appointment within the business.
The successful candidate will bring extensive mechanical experience, proven leadership skills, and the ability to take ownership of the day-to-day workshop operations while supporting our Pre-Delivery (PD) department.
We're seeking someone who leads by example, drives quality, productivity and safety, and is passionate about developing people and building a high-performing workshop culture.
About the Role Reporting directly to the Service Manager, you'll oversee the daily operations of the workshop, ensuring technicians are supported, work is completed efficiently, and customers receive exceptional service.
This role combines technical expertise with strong leadership and operational management.
Key Responsibilities Lead, mentor and develop a team of workshop technicians and apprentices.
Manage the day-to-day operations of the workshop while supporting the Pre-Delivery (PD) department.
Coordinate workflow and allocate jobs to maximise productivity and efficiency.
Diagnose, service and repair heavy earthmoving and construction equipment.
Monitor workshop performance, quality, labour efficiency and job turnaround times.
Ensure all work is completed to OEM standards and complies with WHS requirements.
Work closely with the Parts and Service departments to maintain effective workshop operations.
Maintain accurate service records, job documentation and warranty claims.




Drive continuous improvement across workshop processes, productivity and team performance.
About You To be successful in this role, you'll have: A trade qualification in Heavy Diesel, Mobile Plant or Agricultural Mechanics.
Previous experience as a Workshop Manager, Leading Hand or Senior Technician.
Extensive hands-on experience servicing earthmoving or construction equipment.
Strong diagnostic capabilities across hydraulic, electrical and mechanical systems.
Proven leadership experience with the ability to motivate, mentor and develop a high-performing team.
Excellent communication, planning and organisational skills.
A strong commitment to safety, quality workmanship and customer satisfaction.
What's on Offer Excellent salary package plus superannuation.
Secure, permanent full-time position.
Modern workshop with quality tooling and OEM support.
Ongoing training and professional development.
Genuine career progression opportunities within a growing organisation.
Supportive leadership team and outstanding workplace culture.
If you're an experienced workshop leader who enjoys leading from the front, developing people and driving workshop performance, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply Now If this opportunity sounds like the right fit, please forward your resume to ****** or contact Ryan O'Donnell on ************ for a confidential discussion.
About Cappro Pacific Cappro Pacific is Australia's leading specialist recruitment agency for the Construction, Mining, Earthmoving and Mobile Equipment industries.
With over 30 years of combined industry experience, we specialise in recruiting technical, service, sales and senior management professionals across Australia and New Zealand.
If this opportunity isn't quite right for you, we are currently managing a wide range of positions across the heavy equipment sector.
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📌 Workshop Manager | Heavy Earthmoving Equipment (Victoria)
🏢 Cappro Pacific
📍 Victoria