Fleet Manager

RPMGlobal; Whitsunday Regional; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff accommodation

Dining discounts

Ferry concessions

Island activities discounts

Job summary

Hamilton Island is seeking an experienced Fleet Manager to lead our on-site fleet operations and a skilled workshop team on Australia’s premier island. You’ll drive maintenance planning, safety standards, and asset management to maximise fleet availability for island operations.

Reporting to the senior operations leader, you’ll balance technical leadership with people management, build a high-performing culture, and ensure compliance with WHS and manufacturer guidelines in a unique, coastal

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in fleet or workshop operations.
• Strong knowledge of light and heavy vehicles, marine assets and plant.
• Experience with maintenance planning and asset management systems.
• Ability to manage teams and balance operations with safety and compliance.
• Relevant trade or mechanical background highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Lead workshop operations to maintain all fleet assets.
• Oversee maintenance planning to maximise availability.
• Maintain asset management records and ensure regulatory inspections.
• Drive a strong safety culture and staff competency.
• Build relationships with internal stakeholders and coach the team.

Skills

Leadership

Fleet management

Maintenance planning

Asset management systems

Safety & compliance

Team coaching

Education

Trade or mechanical background

Job description

FLEET MANAGER – Hamilton Island

Are you an experienced Fleet Manager ready for a sea change? Looking to step into a leadership role where you can make a real impact, away from the city grind, mines or long commutes? Imagine leading a high-performing team while surrounded by turquoise waters, lush nature, and palm trees.

Join the Hamilton Island team as a Fleet Manager and take ownership of a diverse fleet operation in one of Australia’s most iconic destinations.

Reporting to the relevant senior leader, this role is accountable for the safe, compliant, and efficient operation of all Hamilton Island fleet assets. You’ll lead workshop operations, drive strong team performance, and ensure maintenance systems and processes are effective, delivering high levels of fleet availability to support island operations.

Whether you're already living locally or ready for a lifestyle change, this is your opportunity to combine leadership, technical expertise, and lifestyle in a truly unique environment.

Why you’ll love working with us

• Maintain work-life balance- enjoy a 9-day roster with more time for family, friends and island adventures
• Lead a skilled, close-knit team – build a strong, accountable and high-performing workshop culture
• Live in paradise-enjoy island living plus everyday essentials like a grocery store, school, gym, medical centre, post office, and even our own airport
• Enjoy incredible perks- subsidised furnished staff accommodation, discounts on dining and island activities, ferry concessions and more
• Easy to get to- fly direct from major cities

Where you’ll make an impact

• Lead and manage workshop operations to ensure efficient and effective maintenance of all fleet assets
• Ensure all assets are maintained, serviced, and repaired in line with manufacturer and industry standards
• Oversee maintenance planning and scheduling to maximise fleet availability and minimise downtime
• Maintain and optimise asset management systems, ensuring all work is accurately recorded and tracked
• Ensure all regulatory inspections are completed on time and any defects are rectified within required timeframes
• Monitor outstanding maintenance tasks and drive timely completion
• Implement and maintain best practice fleet management systems and processes
• Ensure all staff are trained, licensed, competent, and performing to required standards
• Drive a strong safety culture, ensuring all activities comply with WHS legislation and organisational requirements
• Conduct audits to ensure quality control of servicing and repairsManage stock levels and workshop equipment compliance
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders through clear, proactive communication
• Lead, coach, and develop your team to foster a positive and high-performing culture

What we’re looking for

You’re an experienced Fleet Manager or Workshop Leader who thrives in a dynamic environment and takes ownership of outcomes. You bring strong leadership capability, a hands-on mindset, and the ability to balance operational demands with safety, compliance, and customer service.

You’re adaptable, solutions-focused, and confident managing a diverse fleet, with the ability to lead people, improve systems, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.

To be successful, you’ll need

• Proven leadership experience in fleet or workshop operations
• Strong knowledge across light and heavy vehicles, mobile plant, marine assets, and specialised equipment
• Experience with maintenance planning, asset management systems, and workshop coordination
• Demonstrated ability to manage teams, performance, and operational priorities
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Commitment to safety, compliance, and continuous improvement
• Relevant trade or mechanical background highly regarded

About Hamilton Island

Our mission is to share the wonder of Hamilton Island with the world by creating wonder-filled experiences for our guests, employees and community. Every team member plays a role in shaping those experiences – making Hamilton Island not just a great place to visit, but a great place to work. A little island can do wonders - make your next career move one to remember.