Team Leader - Workshop

Banana Shire Council; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Banana Shire Council in Brisbane seeks a capable leader to supervise the mechanical workshop and coordinate the work of workshop staff and contractors. You will oversee maintenance and repairs on plant and fleet, provide technical leadership, and ensure high safety and customer service standards while managing inspections and parts liaison. This role requires a Certificate III in Heavy Vehicle Mechanical Technology, a Construction White Card, and a current C Class licence.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising mechanical staff and workshops.
• Ability to diagnose issues with plant and fleet vehicles.
• Strong focus on safety, WHS and regulatory compliance.
• Customer service oriented with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise workshop staff and contractors.
• Coordinate tasks and workflows; review performance monthly.
• Undertake maintenance and repairs on plant and equipment.
• Provide technical advice to Technicians and staff.
• Oversee vehicle COI inspections across the fleet.
• Liaise with parts to order needed components.
• Conduct safety audits and promote safety culture.
• Participate in training and disaster response as required.

Skills

Leadership

Team coordination

Diagnostics

Customer service

Time management

WHS compliance

Education

Certificate III in Heavy Vehicle Mechanical Technology

Construction White Card

Queensland C Class drivers licence

HR Truck Licence (preferred)

Job description

To provide leadership and supervise the work of mechanical staff at Banana Shire Council.

GENERAL POSITION INFORMATION

To provide leadership and supervise the work of mechanical staff at Banana Shire Council.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate and assist Workshop employees tasks and workflows including contractors
• Undertake general maintenance and repairs on plant and equipment in the Workshop and in the field in accordance with manufacturer's specifications and Council's preventative maintenance program
• Undertake general welding and hard facing repairs to ground engaging tools
• Ensure high quality maintenance and repair for the Council's plant and fleet vehicles
• Provide a high level of technical advice and leadership to Technicians and employees of Council
• Ensure a high level of customer service is displayed by all employee's
• Supervise and oversee vehicle COI inspections across the fleet
• Assist Technicians to diagnose issues with plant and equipment
• Liaise with Parts Interpreter regarding the ordering of parts and equipment required
• Ensure workshop personal operate safely in compliance with all aspects of WHS, OHS as outlined under the Legislation for all workshop and fleet operations
• Conduct and document monthly safety audits of the workshop plant and equipment
• Conduct performance reviews for the work team
• Regularly research changes to mechanical practices, policies and technology
• Contribute to the promotion of the image of the Council and the maximisation of good public relations
• Liaise with clients, other Council staff, the public, consultants, utility and government authorities in the performance of duties including providing and obtaining information
• Undertake routine administrative tasks as required by the position
• Assist senior staff to continuously improve work processes and develop new practices as required
• Participate in training, exercises and response to disaster management and recovery as required
• Undertake other relevant duties as directed, consistent with skills, competence and training.

QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION AND LICENCE REQUIREMENTS

Compulsory

• Certificate III in Heavy Vehicle Commercial Mechanical Technology or relevant qualification and/or equivalent experience
• Construction White Card
• Queensland C Class drivers licence

ABILITIES, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

Compulsory

• Demonstrated experience in high quality maintenance, diagnosis and repair of plant and fleet vehicles.
• Demonstrated ability to motivate, lead and coordinate teams
• Demonstrated ability to resolve issues and provide expert advice about complex mechanical matters
• Demonstrated ability to stimulate a high level of performance and foster team work.
• Demonstrated focus on providing a high level of customer service at all times.
• High level of time management and organisational skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to EEO and WHS principles, practices and legislation

Desirable

• High level of oral and written communication skills
• High level of keyboard and computer skills including working knowledge of the MS Office Suite of programs and related software programs
• Current HR truck licence or willingness to acquire.

CORPORATE OBLIGATIONS

The employee agrees to comply with the following:

• Workplace Health and Safety policies and procedures
• Customer service standards
• Council's Code of Conduct
• Council's Environmental Policy
• Anti-discrimination legislation, actively promoting its principles in all activities
• Human Resources policies and procedures
• Financial Management policies and procedures
• Records Management policies and procedures
• Disaster Management policies and procedures

SPECIFIC CONDITIONS/REQUIREMENTS

• The employee acknowledges that this role requires them to hold and maintain a class 'C' manual drivers licence and that the loss of licence may jeopardise employment with Council