Senior Mechanic & Workshop Supervisor (Hands-On)

JJ's Waste & Recycling; Moranbah; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Car

Phone supplied

Health funds

Novated leasing

Two-way flexibility

Job summary

JJ’s Waste & Recycling is seeking a practical, hands-on Senior Mechanic / Workshop Manager to lead our Moranbah workshop while staying actively involved on the tools.

You’ll manage a small team, ensure safety, maintain the fleet to JJ’s standards, and coordinate daily operations and customer expectations in a fast-paced, essential-services environment.

This role offers a secure, locally-based leadership path with a company car, phone, and opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• Must have trade qualification as Truck Mechanic – Heavy Commercial Vehicle.
• Demonstrated leadership and team mentoring abilities.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and customer service outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the workshop operations and a small team of mechanics and apprentices.
• Ensure vehicles and equipment are maintained to high standards and compliant with JJ’s standards.
• Schedule workflow, allocate resources, and manage customer expectations.
• Foster a safety-first culture and mentor staff to improve skills.
• Maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Safety culture

Customer service

Education

Trade qualification (Truck Mechanic – Heavy Commercial Vehicle)

Job description

JJ’s Waste & Recycling is seeking a practical, hands-on Senior Mechanic / Workshop Manager to lead our Moranbah workshop while staying actively involved on the tools.

You’ll manage a small team, ensure safety, maintain the fleet to JJ’s standards, and coordinate daily operations and customer expectations in a fast-paced, essential-services environment.

This role offers a secure, locally-based leadership path with a company car, phone, and opportunities for career development.