Job Description

Workshop Manager | Stainless Steel Pickling & Passivation

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About International Corrosion Services (ICS)

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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.

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Due to continued business growth, we are seeking an experienced and motivated Workshop Manager to lead our Forrestdale workshop.

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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.

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About the Role:

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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.

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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.

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You will lead a team of approximately eight employees while driving continuous improvement across productivity, quality, safety and customer outcomes.

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Key Responsibilities:

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- Lead and supervise daily workshop operations
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- Coordinate production schedules, workflow and labour allocation
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- Ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently and on schedule
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- Supervise stainless steel pickling, passivation, rinsing and finishing processes
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- Maintain QA/QC standards, inspections and documentation
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- Conduct daily pre-start meetings and toolbox talks
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- Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with company procedures
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- Monitor workshop performance, KPIs and productivity
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- Coordinate workshop maintenance and equipment readiness
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- Manage consumables, PPE and chemical inventory
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- Support recruitment, onboarding and staff development
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- Liaise closely with Operations and Administration teams
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- Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives
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About You:

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To be successful in this role, you will have:

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- Trade qualification/experience in the Fabrication, coatings, production or relevant industry experience (preferred)
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- Previous experience as a Workshop Manager, Supervisor, Leading Hand or similar leadership role
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- Strong knowledge of operations, production planning, scheduling and leadership in a workshop environment
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- Experience/knowledge within the stainless-steel fabrication, industrial processing, coatings or related industries
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- Sound understanding of QA/QC systems and workshop documentation
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- Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills
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- Hands-on approach with the ability to lead by example
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- Experience managing KPIs, productivity and team performance
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- Forklift Licence (essential)
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- Confined Space & Working at Heights (essential)
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- EWP, Dogging/Rigging and White Card (desirable)
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- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Excel and job management systems
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- Full Australian working rights
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What We Offer:

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- Competitive salary and incentive package based on experience
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- Work Vehicle and Fuel provided
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- Permanent full-time position with long-term career opportunities
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- Supportive leadership team and positive workplace culture
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- Opportunity to make a real impact in a growing WA business
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- Ongoing training and professional development
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- Well-equipped workshop and modern facilities
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- Perth-based role with no FIFO
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- Early finish Fridays
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- Lunch provided every Friday
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- Immediate start available for the right candidate
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Why Join IC S?

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At IC S, 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.

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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.

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Unlock job insights

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- Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
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- Do you have fabrication experience?
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- Are you familiar with the Health, Safety, Setting and Quality (HSEQ) standards?
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- How many years' experience do you have in a Management Role?
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- Do you have experience with inventory management?
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- Do you have experience working to quality assurance standards?
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- Do you have experience using Microsoft Excel?
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- Have you worked in a supervisor role within the construction industry?
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📌 Workshop Manager | Stainless Steel Pickling & Passivation (Perth)
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