Austral Construction is an established Construction Engineering Contractor providing services to the Mining and Infrastructure sectors. We have a strong and proud history of delivering diverse projects on time and on budget and we embrace and execute our mission statement; To deliver protected, sustainable, high-quality projects and services which uphold our core values and the ‘Austral Construction’ legacy.’

Austral Construction is owned by global geotechnical engineering company, Keller Group plc.

Austral Construction is owned by the world’s largest geotechnical engineering company, Keller Group plc.

We are currently seeking an experienced Perth based Workshop Supervisor who is available for a 2 & 1 FIFO roster to Port Hedland toprovide supervision in our Wedgefield Yard and Workshop. The position includes supervising plant maintenance, repairs and administration of equipment used on our projects in the Pilbara. The successful candidates must have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in service and repairs of heavy machinery including civil and marine plant and equipment.

This is a preferably Perth based role working a FIFO 2 & 1 roster in Port Hedland.

Reporting to the Plant Superintendent your main duties will include (but not limited to):

- Generation of daily pre-start meeting forms and shift pre-start boards,
- Management of the Wedgefield yard and workshop,
- Daily Hazard Identification and HSE and Environmental Reports,
- Reviewing PMR’s and Defects Daily to ensure machine quality is maintained,
- Review and Approval of Purchases (in line with DOA) and within Monthly Budget expectations,
- Assist with opening and closing of yard and workshop, ensuring security of yard assets,
- Supervision of maintenance operations and fabrication activities,
- Manage maintenance requirements of all plant and equipment allocated to Austral Construction projects,
- Support Project Supervisors with maintenance requirements of assets and hire equipment,




- Allocate resources to ensure planned or unplanned maintenance is managed effectively,
- Monitor progress of works, revise work completion timeframes and communicate to respective stakeholders in a timely manner,
- Ensure that materials are efficiently and securely stored on site,
- Ensure Yard and Workshop are presented in a clean, orderly and professional manner at all times,
- Uphold a positive and proactive safety culture and lead by example.

To be considered for the position you must have:

- Trade Qualifications for Plant Maintenance or Heavy Machinery Maintenance,
- Intermediate Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel and Word,
- Leadership skills with demonstrated practical experience within a workshop / yard environment,
- 5 years’ experience in a supervisory role,
- Demonstrated experience in production planning and equipment maintenance,
- Excellent time management with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment,
- Good written and verbal communication skills,
- Current driver's license, preferably HR.

What’s on offer:

- Competitive remuneration package,
- Generous 41% Uplift
- Opportunities for growth and progression,
- Continuous work,
- Long term prospects.

If you are a proactive person with a strong company focus, take pride and ownership in your contribution, have good attention to detail and want to be part of a growing organization this could be your next long-term role. Successful candidates will be required to pass a full medical, online tests and inductions.

If this position sounds like the challenging & rewarding role that you have been seeking, please apply and attach a current CV detailing your suitability for the role.

All applicants will be reviewed for shortlisting. Should your application be shortlisted we will contact you.

Austral Construction is committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We actively promote the employment of people with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQ+ and other diversity groups.

📌 Workshop Supervisor (Perth)
🏢 AUSTRAL CONSTRUCTION
📍 Perth