Job Description
Location: Bibra Lake, WA
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About the Role
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Mechanics Recruitment, on behalf of our esteemed client, is seeking an experienced Senior Workshop Manager to lead a state-of-the-art tanker repair facility in Western Australia. This is a rare opportunity to manage one of WAs most advanced heavy vehicle workshops, specialising in bulk liquid tanker maintenance and repair.
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This high-level leadership role is ideal for a seasoned professional with strong expertise in mechanical servicing, fabrication, workshop operations, and compliance standards. Youll be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the workshop, driving efficiency, ensuring industry-leading safety and compliance, and leading a highly skilled team.
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Why Join Us?
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Up to $150,000 Salary + Performance Bonuses Your leadership and expertise are highly valued
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Fully Maintained Work Vehicle All expenses covered for business and personal use
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Lead a Highly Skilled Team Work with experienced technicians and fabricators
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Career Growth & Stability A long-term career with an established WA industry leader
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State-of-the-Art Facility Work with cutting-edge tools, technology, and equipment
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Autonomy & Influence Take charge of workshop operations, process improvements, and team development
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Safety & Compliance Focused Workplace Work within an accredited, best-practice environment
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Key Responsibilities
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Oversee all aspects of tanker repairs, servicing, and maintenance
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Lead and mentor supervisors, technicians, and fabricators to ensure peak performance
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Manage workshop scheduling, production planning,



and labour allocation
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Oversee budgeting, job costing, and financial performance
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Ensure strict compliance with industry standards, including AS****, OH&S;, and heavy vehicle modification regulations
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Drive a safety-first culture and enforce OH&S; best practices
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Implement process improvement strategies to enhance efficiency and productivity
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Act as the primary contact for clients, ensuring service excellence and strong stakeholder relationships
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What Youll Need to Succeed
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5+ years experience in a senior mechanical or fabrication workshop management role
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Proven leadership skills Ability to manage large teams and complex projects
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Expertise in heavy vehicle repairs, mechanical servicing, and fabrication (bulk liquid tanker knowledge highly desirable)
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Robust financial acumen Budgeting, job costing, and cost control experience
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Hands‐on experience with scheduling, production planning, and workforce management
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Technical knowledge of AS****, OH&S;, and heavy vehicle modification standards
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP/job tracking software
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A strong safety mindset and a thorough understanding of compliance regulations
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Success in This Role Will Be Measured By:
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Workplace Safety Maintaining a zero-LTI environment
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Efficiency & Scheduling Ensuring on-time, on-budget project completion
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Quality Assurance Minimising warranty claims and exceeding compliance standards
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Process & Cost Optimisation Driving LEAN initiatives and improving workshop productivity
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Customer Satisfaction Delivering high-quality workmanship and service excellence
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📌 Workshop Manager (Western Australia)
🏢 Mechanics Recruitment
📍 Western Australia