Mechanical Supervisor

Frontline Recruitment; Wollongong City Council; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekend offs

Team bonus

Pro rata super

35 hrs/wk

Job summary

Frontline Recruitment in Unanderra, NSW, is seeking a Mechanical Supervisor to oversee pump systems and maintenance in a hands‑on leadership role. The position offers permanent full‑time employment with 35 hours per week and a pro rata superannuation package.

You'll lead a team of mechanical tradespeople, coordinate preventive maintenance, ensure safety and reliability, and drive efficient operations in a growing retailer environment.

Qualifications

• Mechanical trade qualification required.
• Experience supervising a mechanical team.
• Experience with pumps and pumping systems.
• Strong safety and maintenance planning.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day to day mechanical operations and pump systems.
• Provide hands on technical support and fault finding.
• Lead, support and coordinate a team of tradespeople.
• Plan preventative maintenance and repairs.
• Ensure safety and high workmanship standards.
• Monitor equipment performance and reliability improvements.
• Maintain health and safety compliance.

Skills

Pumps

Team leadership

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Education

Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade

First Aid and CPR certification

Job description

• $65K-$75K + Super (pro rata) | 35 hours per week
• One full weekend off every month + team bonus program
• Growing retailer with exciting expansion plans and career opportunities

Are you an experienced Mechanical Supervisor with a strong background in pumps and mechanical maintenance? This is an opportunity to step into a hands‑on leadership role with an established Australian business, overseeing mechanical operations and supporting a team in a technical environment.

Based in Unanderra, this permanent full‑time position will suit someone who combines strong mechanical knowledge with the ability to lead a team, troubleshoot issues and keep operations running efficiently.

The Role

• Supervise day‑to‑day mechanical operations, including pump systems and maintenance activities.
• Provide hands‑on technical support, troubleshooting and fault‑finding.
• Lead, support and coordinate a team of mechanical tradespeople.
• Plan and coordinate preventative maintenance and repairs.
• Ensure work is completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
• Monitor equipment performance and identify opportunities to improve reliability.
• Maintain compliance with workplace health and safety procedures.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Proven experience working with pumps, pumping systems and mechanical equipment.
• Previous experience supervising or leading a mechanical team.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience coordinating maintenance schedules, repairs and daily workloads.
• A practical, hands‑on approach with the ability to lead by example.
• A strong commitment to workplace safety and operational efficiency.
• Good communication and organisational skills.

Qualifications & Experience

• Mechanical trade qualification, such as Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade (Fitting), or equivalent.
• Experience in an industrial, workshop or operational maintenance environment.
• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification, or willingness to obtain these.

What’s on Offer?

• Permanent full‑time employment.
• A hands‑on leadership role where your technical expertise is valued.
• The opportunity to lead a team and contribute to the performance of mechanical operations.
• Convenient location in Unanderra, NSW.

If you're a mechanically minded leader with solid pump experience and are ready for your next step, we'd love to hear from you.