Lead Hand, Heavy Vehicle Workshop Leader

Penske Australia & New Zealand; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Onsite parking

Training & development

Safety and leadership training

Competitive remuneration

Paid parental leave

Employee referral program

Job summary

Penske Australia & New Zealand is seeking a Leading Hand for the On Highway team in Mackay. You will lead the workshop, coordinate daily activities and provide hands-on technical guidance while staying hands-on with servicing, repairs and overhaul work.

You’ll have an appropriate trade qualification, 5+ years in heavy vehicle work, and leadership experience to guide technicians and ensure safety, quality and timely customer outcomes.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification is required.
• 5+ years in heavy vehicle or engine industry.
• Strong knowledge of heavy vehicle engines, servicing and repairs.
• Leadership, supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily workshop activities and manage workflow to meet customer requirements.
• Allocate repair jobs to technicians based on workload and capability.
• Provide hands-on technical guidance to the workshop team.
• Carry out servicing, repairs and overhaul work in the workshop.
• Coach technicians and promote safety, quality and workmanship.
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity and efficiency.
• Communicate with Service Advisors about progress and delays.
• Work with Service and Parts teams to ensure parts availability.
• Support technician training and development.
• Contribute to a safe, productive, customer-focused workshop environment.

Skills

Leadership

Heavy vehicle experience

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Trade qualification

Job description

Penske Australia & New Zealand is seeking a Leading Hand for the On Highway team in Mackay. You will lead the workshop, coordinate daily activities and provide hands-on technical guidance while staying hands-on with servicing, repairs and overhaul work.

You’ll have an appropriate trade qualification, 5+ years in heavy vehicle work, and leadership experience to guide technicians and ensure safety, quality and timely customer outcomes.