Lead Workshop Diesel Technician

Brandt Tractor; Sunshine Coast Regional; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary + incentives

Leadership opportunity

Career advancement

Training & development

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Brandt Tractor Sunshine branch is seeking a Workshop Foreman to lead a team of Technicians, Diesel Mechanics, Fitters and apprentices while remaining hands-on in the workshop. Reporting to the Service Manager, you will coordinate workflow and provide technical guidance to maintain high safety, quality and service standards.

You will oversee repairs for agricultural, construction and heavy equipment, evaluate jobs, mentor staff and drive continuous improvement in workshop operations in a dynamic,

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in Diesel Mechanic, Mechanic or Fitter.
• At least 3 years’ experience as a technician.
• Strong diagnostic and technical capability.
• Leadership and mentoring skills.
• Experience with agricultural, construction or heavy equipment.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Forklift licence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the allocation of jobs and workshop resources.
• Provide technical guidance to technicians, mechanics, fitters and apprentices.
• Assist with diagnosing and resolving complex equipment issues.
• Review repair orders for accuracy and completeness.
• Coordinate technician training and skills development.
• Support workshop safety initiatives and team performance.
• Maintain workshop tooling and equipment.
• Assist with customer concerns and service-related enquiries.
• Step into a leadership role when the Service Manager is absent.

Skills

Diesel mechanics

Leadership

Diagnostics

Team mentoring

Agricultural equipment

Education

Trade qualification (Diesel Mechanic/Fitter)

Tools

Forklift licence

John Deere product experience

Job description

Brandt Tractor Sunshine branch is seeking a Workshop Foreman to lead a team of Technicians, Diesel Mechanics, Fitters and apprentices while remaining hands-on in the workshop. Reporting to the Service Manager, you will coordinate workflow and provide technical guidance to maintain high safety, quality and service standards.

You will oversee repairs for agricultural, construction and heavy equipment, evaluate jobs, mentor staff and drive continuous improvement in workshop operations in a dynamic,