Lead Diesel Mechanic

AAT Kings; Yulara; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing support

Travel discounts

Learning & Development

Volunteer Leave

Parental Leave

Relocation assistance & housing

Job summary

AAT Kings in Central Australia seeks an experienced Workshop Supervisor to lead two regional workshops in Yulara and Alice Springs. You will balance hands-on mechanical work with supervising three skilled mechanics, ensuring safety, compliance and efficient operations across the fleet.

You will coordinate workloads with operations, drive parts management, and uphold high repair quality while controlling costs and maintaining vehicle performance for guests traveling the Red Centre.

Qualifications

• Mechanical trade qualification to Australian standards.
• HR driver's licence.
• Diesel fitting or heavy truck experience.
• Proven supervisory or leadership experience.
• Hands-on, self-motivated with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to problem-solve under pressure and manage priorities; tact and discretion.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day workload across Alice Springs and Yulara workshops, coordinating with operations to prioritise vehicle maintenance
• Repair, service and maintain company vehicles to reduce breakdowns and meet compliance standards
• Lead, train and develop your team of three mechanics, acting as a role model on safety and workshop standards
• Ensure all vehicles meet legislative and OH&S requirements, and pass mandatory inspections
• Manage parts purchasing and stock levels, and maintain the Ampere system for inventory, scheduling and repair records
• Liaise with other Company workshops via Microsoft Teams to coordinate fast, effective repairs
• Inspect vehicles post-repair to uphold high presentation and quality standards
• Monitor and control costs across wages, tyres and fuel, and identify opportunities for continuous improvement

Skills

Mechanical trade qualification

HR driver's licence

Diesel/heavy truck experience

Supervisory/leadership experience

Problem solving under pressure

Team player; unsupervised work

Job description

Lead a small, close-knit team keeping our Central Australia coach fleet running strong. You'll take charge of workshops in Yulara and Alice Springs, split your time between hands-on mechanical work and leading three mechanics, and play a key role in keeping our guests moving safely across the Red Centre.

What you'll do

• Manage the day-to-day workload across Alice Springs and Yulara workshops, coordinating with operations to prioritise vehicle maintenance
• Repair, service and maintain company vehicles to reduce breakdowns and meet compliance standards
• Lead, train and develop your team of three mechanics, acting as a role model on safety and workshop standards
• Ensure all vehicles meet legislative and OH&S requirements, and pass mandatory inspections
• Manage parts purchasing and stock levels, and maintain the Ampere system for inventory, scheduling and repair records
• Liaise with other Company workshops via Microsoft Teams to coordinate fast, effective repairs
• Inspect vehicles post-repair to uphold high presentation and quality standards
• Monitor and control costs across wages, tyres and fuel, and identify opportunities for continuous improvement

What you'll bring

• Mechanical trade qualification to Australian standards
• HR driver's licence
• Diesel fitting or heavy truck experience
• Proven supervisory or leadership experienceA hands-on, self-motivated approach with strong attention to detail
• The ability to problem-solve under pressure and manage competing priorities
• A team player who can also work unsupervised, with tact and discretion

What's in it for you

• Wellbeing Support - employee assistance and wellbeing programs for you and your family
• Travel Discounts - domestic and international, for you, family and friends
• Learning & Development - ongoing career development and personal growth opportunities
• Volunteer Leave - two paid days per year
• Parental Leave - 12 weeks paid, for eligible employees
• Relocation Assistance and Housing - Just pack the essentials!