Coastal Transport Services – Warnervale NSW

From $130,000 + 12% super | Company vehicle & fuel

Lead an established team. Take ownership of workshop performance. Help shape our next stage of growth.

About us

At Coastal Truck Services we take pride in being the Central Coast’s most reputable truck, trailer, and equipment repair workshop. We offer comprehensive services, including truck repairs, auto electrical work, air conditioning, tyres, roadside assistance, RMS registration inspections, and defect clearances all in one place.
Our goal is to be a one stop shop for all your mechanical needs. We pride ourselves on delivering quality workmanship and reliable service to keep your fleet running smoothly with minimal downtime.

About the Role

You’ll lead the day-to-day running of the workshop, combining strong people leadership with technical expertise and commercial awareness.

With dedicated service and administration support, you’ll have the backing to focus on your team, workflow and workshop performance. This is a hands-on leadership role, providing technical guidance when needed and keeping jobs moving safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

Key responsibilities

Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the workshop, including workflow, scheduling, staffing and overall workshop performance

Drive workshop productivity and efficiency, monitoring labour utilisation, job progress, turnaround times and financial performance

Ensure all vehicle servicing, repairs and inspections are completed efficiently and to a high standard, in line with NHVR heavy vehicle inspection and maintenance requirements

Lead,



mentor and support workshop mechanics and apprentices, providing hands-on technical guidance when required

Work closely with the Service Advisor to coordinate workshop bookings, job priorities, customer requirements and service delivery

Oversee parts, equipment and workshop resources to ensure jobs are completed efficiently and minimise vehicle downtime

Maintain high standards of WHS, workshop safety, presentation and compliance across all operations

Support the development and implementation of workshop procedures and continuous improvement initiatives

Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers and key stakeholders

Collaborate with the broader Coastal Group team to identify opportunities for improved efficiencies, cost management and continued business growth.

What we're looking for

Trade qualification in Heavy Vehicle Mechanical Technology or equivalent

Demonstrated experience as a Workshop Manager, Workshop Supervisor or similar leadership role within the heavy vehicle industry is highly regarded

Strong technical knowledge across the servicing, repair and maintenance of trucks, trailers and heavy vehicle equipment

Proven leadership and people management skills, with the ability to motivate, mentor and develop a high-performing workshop team





Solid organisational skills with the ability to manage workflow, competing priorities and vehicle turnaround times

Commercial awareness with an understanding of workshop productivity, labour utilisation, costs and financial performance

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with customers, suppliers and internal teams

Sound understanding of NHVR requirements, WHS, heavy vehicle compliance and maintenance standards

Confidence using workshop management systems and technology

A practical, solutions-focused approach with a strong focus on quality, efficiency and continuous improvement

A competitive package: salary from $130,000 + 12% super, negotiable based on experience.

Company vehicle and fuel, plus a mobile phone and laptop.

Dedicated support: a Service Advisor and Accounts Administrator to assist with customer communication, bookings, service coordination and administration.

Investment in your workplace: a modern, well-equipped workshop, with a new purpose-built facility planned for late 2026.

Room to make your mark: influence workshop processes, develop your team and help drive business growth.

Career development: opportunities to progress within a supportive and growing Coastal Group.

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📌 Workshop Manager (Central Coast)
🏢 Coastal Transport Services
📍 Central Coast