Fleet Workshop Lead: Mechanic Supervisor (Permanent)

Upper Lachlan Shire Council; Crookwell; On-site; AUD 54,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Upper Lachlan Shire Council – Crookwell NSW is seeking a permanent full-time Automotive Workshop Leader to supervise the Workshop team and oversee fleet maintenance. The role requires strong technical knowledge, people leadership, and a commitment to service quality for the council and community.

You will guide day-to-day workshop operations, ensuring safety, efficiency and compliance while managing priorities and resources.

Qualifications

• Automotive Trade Certificate or equivalent with contemporary experience.
• Proven workshop leadership and fleet maintenance knowledge.
• Experience in servicing and repairing fleet to spec.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the Workshop team, ensuring requirements are met.
• Maintain and repair Council fleet and plant to manufacturer specs.
• Plan and monitor work, improving workshop systems and processes.
• Ensure equipment is safe, clean and used efficiently.
• Deliver high-quality internal and external customer service.
• Assist with fleet procurement and budget planning.

Skills

Workshop supervision

Fleet maintenance knowledge

Team leadership

Communication skills

Welding and oxy-acetylene

Forklift operation

Education

Automotive Trade Certificate (Heavy or Light Vehicle Mechanic)

Tools

Diagnostic tools (OBD)

Workshop tools

Job description

Upper Lachlan Shire Council – Crookwell NSW is seeking a permanent full-time Automotive Workshop Leader to supervise the Workshop team and oversee fleet maintenance. The role requires strong technical knowledge, people leadership, and a commitment to service quality for the council and community.

You will guide day-to-day workshop operations, ensuring safety, efficiency and compliance while managing priorities and resources.