Lead Workshop Supervisor, Mine Safety & R&D

Queensland Government; Ipswich City; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Queensland Government is seeking a Workshop Supervisor within Simtars, part of the Mine Safety Technology Research Centre. You will lead a skilled workshop team, applying hands-on trade expertise to deliver complex projects from concept to completion.

You’ll work across fabrication, welding, mechanical and electrical activities, interpreting drawings and coordinating with engineers and researchers to translate requirements into practical, safe solutions for mine safety and health outcomes.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in a mechanical, welding or electrical discipline.
• Experience leading a multidisciplinary workshop team.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a diverse workshop team to deliver projects on time.
• Oversee fabrication, welding, mechanical and electrical work in a safe manner.
• Plan priorities across multiple projects with emphasis on safety and quality.
• Collaborate with engineers, scientists and external stakeholders on solutions.
• Contribute to research, testing and industrial response activities as required.

Skills

Leadership

Project planning

Technical trade knowledge

Interpret engineering drawings

Communication

Education

Trade qualification (mechanical/welding/electrical)

Tools

Fabrication

Welding

Electrical workshop

Job description

Queensland Government is seeking a Workshop Supervisor within Simtars, part of the Mine Safety Technology Research Centre. You will lead a skilled workshop team, applying hands-on trade expertise to deliver complex projects from concept to completion.

You’ll work across fabrication, welding, mechanical and electrical activities, interpreting drawings and coordinating with engineers and researchers to translate requirements into practical, safe solutions for mine safety and health outcomes.