Job Description Workshop Supervisor - Fleet Plant Maintenance Are you an experienced mechanical professional who enjoys leading from the front?
This is an opportunity to take ownership of a busy workshop responsible for keeping an essential fleet of vehicles, plant and equipment secure, reliable and operational.
You will combine hands-on mechanical expertise with practical team leadership, helping experienced tradespeople and apprentices perform at their best.
Initially offered as a 12-month opportunity, with potential to lead to permanent employment during the assignment.
This is an attractive opportunity to bring your leadership experience into a stable, community-focused environment.
A Day in the Role Will See You Lead and support a workshop team comprising heavy-duty mechanics and apprentices Remain actively involved in mechanical work, maintenance and workshop activities Coordinate daily workshop priorities, workloads, resources and competing operational requirements Maximise the availability of fixed and mobile plant through timely, efficient and cost-effective maintenance Oversee the servicing, repair and maintenance of a diverse fleet of vehicles, plant and equipment Maintain safe workshop operations and ensure the Workshop Safety Management Plan remains current and effective Review and maintain fleet maintenance systems, procedures and service records Monitor subcontractor performance against agreed service standards Provide practical mechanical advice when new plant and fleet equipment is being considered Identify opportunities to improve workshop performance, reliability,



safety and cost efficiency Step into the Fleet Coordinator position when required Your Application Will Stand Out If You Have A recognised Mechanical Trade Certificate HR Class driver's licences Extensive mechanical maintenance experience across fleet, plant and equipment Demonstrated experience supervising, supporting and developing workshop employees The confidence to lead a team while remaining technically involved and hands-on Experience coordinating workshop operations, priorities and resources Strong knowledge of maintenance systems and contemporary maintenance practices Sound understanding of workplace safety principles and workshop risk management Well-developed problem-solving, decision-making and organisational skills Practical proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel You will be a calm and capable leader who communicates clearly, builds positive working relationships and takes pride in delivering a reliable service.
You will also understand how good workshop performance contributes to the wider organisation and the essential services it provides to the community.
What's in It for You?
Strong remuneration: Earn between $107k - $113k pro rata per annum, depending on your skills and experience, plus 12% superannuation Vehicle benefit: Use of a commuting vehicle is included with the position Pathway to permanency: Join initially for 12 months,



with the possibility of moving into a permanent position during that period Genuine leadership: Take responsibility for workshop performance while continuing to use your mechanical expertise Technical variety: Work across a diverse range of fleet vehicles, fixed plant and mobile equipment maintained primarily in-house Community impact: Help keep the vehicles and equipment supporting essential community services safe and operational Team development: Lead experienced tradespeople while supporting the development of apprentices Continuous improvement: Play an active role in strengthening maintenance systems, workshop processes and fleet reliability Supportive environment: Join a collaborative team that values safety, quality, customer service and practical problem-solving About the Opportunity THE resources HUB is recruiting on behalf of a local government organisation responsible for delivering important services to its community.
The organisation maintains the majority of its fleet, plant and equipment in-house, giving this position genuine technical breadth and the opportunity to make a visible difference to workshop performance.
Before You Apply The following requirements are essential for this position: Mechanical Trade Certificate Current C and HR Class Driver's Licence Demonstrated fleet and plant mechanical maintenance experience Previous workshop leadership or supervisory experience Ready to Apply?
If you are an experienced mechanical professional who can lead people, coordinate a busy workshop and still enjoys being hands-on, we would like to hear from you.
Apply today.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so early applications are encouraged.

📌 Workshop Supervisor - Jn 1345 (Western Australia)
🏢 The Resources Hub
📍 Western Australia