Job Description

Workshop Manager – Aviationn

Brisbane Airport, QLD | Full-time

About Freightquipn

Freightquip is an Australian-owned and operated business providing specialised equipment solutions and aftersales support across the aviation, rail and seaport industries. We are the Australasian distributor and service provider for a range of world-leading equipment manufacturers, with teams located across Australia and New Zealand.

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We are looking for an experienced Workshop Manager to lead our aviation workshop operations at Brisbane Airport.

About the Rolen

This is a hands-on leadership position responsible for the day-to-day performance of our Brisbane workshop. You will lead a team of technicians, coordinate workflow and resources, maintain high safety and quality standards, and ensure equipment is repaired, maintained and returned to service efficiently.

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Working closely with our Service, Parts and Administration teams, you will have ownership across safety, productivity, quality, customer satisfaction and workshop performance.

Key Responsibilitiesn

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Lead the day-to-day operation of the Brisbane Airport workshop.

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Allocate and prioritise work to maximise technician productivity and equipment availability.

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Lead, mentor and develop technicians while building a positive, accountable team culture.

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Provide technical guidance and support with complex diagnostics and repairs.

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Ensure maintenance, repairs, testing and commissioning meet OEM and company standards.

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Manage workshop scheduling, WIP, labour efficiency, parts requirements and subcontractors.

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Maintain strong safety, compliance and housekeeping standards.

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Work closely with customers and internal teams to ensure jobs are completed on time and to a high standard.

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Monitor workshop performance and drive practical continuous improvement initiatives.

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The position has a strong operational focus, with performance measured across technician utilisation, labour recovery, job completion, turnaround times, first-time fix rates, quality, safety and customer satisfaction.

About Youn

We are looking for someone who combines solid technical knowledge with proven people leadership. You may currently be a Workshop Manager, Workshop Supervisor, Leading Hand or Service Manager.

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Ideally, you will bring:

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Previous experience leading technicians within a workshop or service environment.

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Strong mechanical knowledge, with exposure to hydraulics and electrical diagnostics highly regarded.

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Excellent planning, organisation and workflow management skills.

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A practical understanding of workshop productivity, labour efficiency and WIP.

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Strong problem-solving and decision-making capability.

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A safety-focused approach and commitment to quality workmanship.

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Confident communication skills with technicians, customers and management.

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Experience with aviation, GSE, heavy equipment, earthmoving, automotive, industrial equipment or a similar technical environment will be highly regarded.

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Why Join Freightquip?n

This is an opportunity to take ownership of an established aviation workshop within a growing Australian business. You'll have the autonomy to lead your team, improve workshop performance and play an important role in supporting specialised equipment operating within the airport environment.

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This role attracts a competitive salary package plus company maintained Ford Ranger.

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📌 Workshop Manager (Brisbane)
🏢 Freightquip
📍 Brisbane