Lead Heavy Vehicle Workshop Foreman | Permanent Role

Hartwigs Trucks; Shepparton; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Strong remuneration package

38 hours per week

Permanent full-time position

Brand variety across American, EU & AS

OEM training and development

Job summary

Hartwigs Trucks in Shepparton, VIC is seeking an experienced Workshop Foreman/Leading Hand or Senior Heavy Vehicle Technician to lead our busy workshop. You will manage day-to-day operations, allocate work, mentor technicians and apprentices, and drive productivity while upholding safety and quality standards.

The role offers a strong remuneration package, a 38-hour week, and genuine career progression within a long-established family-owned dealership group representing American, European and

Qualifications

• Trade qualification as a Heavy Vehicle Diesel Mechanic / Truck Mechanic
• Strong experience with heavy vehicles, diesel engines and transport equipment
• Previous experience as a Workshop Foreman, Leading Hand or Senior Technician
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding capability
• Sound understanding of workshop workflow, productivity and job management
• Ability to lead, mentor and develop technicians and apprentices
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• A practical, hands-on approach to problem solving
• High standards of workmanship and attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively with Service Advisors, Parts personnel and management
• A strong commitment to workplace safety and quality

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee day-to-day workshop operations
• Allocate work effectively across technicians and apprentices based on workload, skills and priorities
• Drive improvements in workshop efficiency, productivity and job flow
• Monitor job progress and assist in keeping repairs and servicing on schedule
• Provide technical guidance and diagnostic support on complex repairs
• Mentor, coach and develop apprentices and technicians
• Assist technicians with fault finding, diagnostics and repair methodology
• Maintain high standards of workmanship, quality control and safety
• Work closely with Service Advisors, Parts and management to minimise delays and keep jobs progressing
• Identify and implement practical opportunities to improve workshop processes and utilisation
• Ensure work is completed in accordance with manufacturer, dealership and safety standards
• Help maintain a positive, professional and accountable workshop culture
• Remain hands-on when required to support the team and keep work moving

Skills

Heavy vehicles

Leadership

Diagnostics

Mentoring

Communication

Education

Trade qualification as Heavy Vehicle Diesel Mechanic/Truck Mechanic

Tools

HR licence

HC/MC licence

A/C licence

OEM tooling

Job description

Hartwigs Trucks in Shepparton, VIC is seeking an experienced Workshop Foreman/Leading Hand or Senior Heavy Vehicle Technician to lead our busy workshop. You will manage day-to-day operations, allocate work, mentor technicians and apprentices, and drive productivity while upholding safety and quality standards.

The role offers a strong remuneration package, a 38-hour week, and genuine career progression within a long-established family-owned dealership group representing American, European and